Rodent Ramblings

Oct 2025 11

Rattie Ratz, A Forever Home of One’s Own: The Journey of Harris & Oliver

2025 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Pets, Rodent Ramblings

by Stephanie Cameron


Sometimes it takes a couple of tries to find your place in the world, and whether you walk on two legs or four, we all want the same thing––a place to call home. When two rattie brothers made their way to Rattie Ratz Rescue, a home of their own is exactly what they needed. The boys were surrendered to the rescue (along with their four young brothers) in December 2023 where they briefly enjoyed the names Grinch and Kevin.

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Sep 2025 13

Rattie Ratz: Wesley’s Rats

2025 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Pets, Rodent Ramblings

by Daria Filimonova


When Wesley, a dedicated teacher, welcomed Griffin into his home in January of last year through Rattie Ratz Rescue, he knew he was adopting a unique little companion. Although Griffin’s time with Wesley was brief—just about seven weeks before he sadly passed—he left a lasting impression with his quirky personality and sweet presence.

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Aug 2025 16

Rattie Ratz: The Labyrinth Brothers Find Their Forever Home

2025 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Pets, Rodent Ramblings

by Stephanie Cameron



What would you do if the male rat you bought from a pet store suddenly gave birth to a handful of babies? The two rats were bought with the intent to be emotional support animals for the man’s daughter. He was told by the pet store employee that they were both male, but two months later he found out that was false in a most dramatic fashion when Dobby, one of the “males,” became a new mother of 12 babies.

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Jul 2025 19

Rattie Ratz: Clover and Willow’s Happy Life with Alana

2025 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Pets, Rodent Ramblings

by Daria Filimonova



Alana adopted two girls from Rattie Ratz in January of last year. Before adopting her hooded girl, Clover, and her champagne girl, Willow, Alana had already had some experience with being a rat owner. She had previously rescued three boys named Remy, Gunn, and Otto when she was fifteen years old. Once her beloved Otto passed away, Alana was browsing Instagram when she saw a rat adoption event post from Rattie Ratz.

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Jun 2025 14

Rattie Ratz Rescue: Saying Hello to New Friends, Mocha & Latte’s Story

2025 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Pets, Rodent Ramblings

by Stephanie Cameron


Rats make wonderful pets. The concept of rats as pets is not a new one; in fact, rats have been domesticated for hundreds of years. But the idea of rats as a loving domestic companion is one that many people still struggle with. Thankfully, there are plenty of rat ambassadors ready to show the world how amazing they are.

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May 2025 17

Rattie Ratz: A Happy Home for Bernard, Gus, and Tutter

2025 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Mental Health, Pets, Rodent Ramblings

by Daria Filimonova
& Hayley-Mae


In November 2023, Hayley-Mae opened her heart and home to three lively and lovable baby rats through Rattie Ratz, a rescue organization dedicated to the care and adoption of pet rats. What began as a thoughtful search for small, loyal companions that would act as emotional support animals quickly turned into a meaningful journey of bonding and discovery.

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Mar 2025 8

Rattie Ratz: Meet Dora, Piper, and Lucy

2025 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Pets, Rodent Ramblings

by Daria Filimonova


In October 2023, Haley and her daughter Hanna, then eight years old, embarked on a journey to become small animal owners. Haley says that Hanna really wanted a small pet, and when they began researching different options for their family, they discovered that rats would be a perfect addition. The family had no prior experience with rat ownership, but after reading how sweet and intelligent rats can be, they made their decision.

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Feb 2025 15

Rattie Ratz: The Joys and Sorrows of Owning Pet Rats

2025 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Pets, Rodent Ramblings

by Stephanie Cameron


Some adopters embody everything the Rattie Ratz Rescue volunteers hope to find in a loving home for our foster rats. Jenny Holland is one such adopter. After they read the touching story she has shared, I know our readers will feel the same. Jenny adopted three baby girls from Rattie Ratz in July 2023. Here she tells how rats have made her life richer, through both love and loss.

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Dec 2024 7

Christmas Joy with Five Rattie Sisters

2024 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Pets, Rodent Ramblings

by Stephanie Cameron


Today we look back on five adopted sisters who are living the type of life that every volunteer at Rattie Ratz Rescue hopes for. A life of joy, love, and fun with their family - with a healthy dose of spoiling mixed in! Rattie Ratz is a Non-Profit in Northern California dedicated the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of domestic pet rats. The ultimate goal at Rattie Ratz is to find safe and loving homes for each animal that passes through the organization, and the five sisters featured here have done just that.

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