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Who in their right mind wants to get their children something like a hamster when you can adopt a companion rat into the family? Alix Kennedy from Wondertime Magazine states that, "The only bad thing about this pet is its PR."  Please, take a moment to read the rest of his wonderful article titled, "First Pet: Rats!"
 
Many families opt to adopt rats as first time pets for their children but it is important to remember that the parent is ultimately responsible for the health and wellbeing of that animal. We strongly believe that rats can make excellent companions for children of all ages with proper adult supervision.
 
We hope that children and their parents will enjoy the resources that we have found and we encourage you to really explore the possibilities when it comes to making your new companions part of your existing family.
 

Kid's Guide to Basic Rat and Mouse Care

     A care sheet just for kids!

 

ASPCA Animaland: Rats

     A great site brought to you by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals designed just for kids to give them the 411 on all things animal related!!

 AFRMA Kid's Korner

     Coloring pages, games, puzzles, & paper dolls

 

The Mouse Club

     Education World Review

     Again, not exactly rat related, but it's a cute club with some great activities for the kids!