Books and resources on rats and rat care

Every rat parent must know the basics of care, but sometimes it’s not easy to understand what’s the most reliable source. Some would think a vet is an answer, but pretty often vets who don’t specialize on rats are not that knowledgeable about the best care for the rodents.

Finding and regularly visiting a good ratologist is 100% recommended, but it’s not realistic to expect them to be available to answer any question you have, and what if you can’t have an appointment right away?

Knowing the signs your rat is unwell or needs some extra attention is crucial. Sometimes, the signs are not that obvious and easy to miss unless you know what you’re looking for.

These books and resources will help you understand your rats and learn what optimal rat care is.

From the book you will learn:

• how to assess health and well-being of your rats
• how to create an active layout in the cage (and why you should do it)
• why food bowls are not a necessity for rats (other than for wet meals)
• the basics of good nutrition
• what different rat behaviors mean
• how to choose a good vet

and much more.

by Alison Campbell

The book on rat nutrition by an amazing Alison Campbell from Ratwise. You’ll learn about different ways to feed your rats, benefits of particular foods, nutrition for sick rats and supplements. The book introduces a concept of complete and balanced wet meals. You will also learn about benefits of ancient grains, best protein sources and herbs for rat health.

ratguide.com – A Layman's Guide to Health, Medication Use, Breeding, and Responsible Care of Pet Rats
isamurats.co.uk and their YouTube channel