Published on Tuesday, June 30, 2009 by katherine Rats flat out get a bad rap.  They are equated to filth, disease and dirty kitchens and sewers.  But a healthy fancy pet rat can actually be a wonderful pet for any older child or adult.  A pet rat’s cage should be large or it is unfair to the rat.  If you are purchasing a baby rat, do not judge a cage size by your current rat’s size.  Rats grow quickly an...