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The Herban Farmer Blog - What I do when I'm not sewing rat accessories.
Rat Happy on Animal University Radio. Rat Happy was interviewed by Animal University!
Local (Colorado) Breeders
Camarattery, a great Denver area rat breeder and where we buy all our rats!
Hidden Haven Rattery, a great Colorado Springs rat breeder.
Litterattery, another great Denver rattery. Health, temperament and longevity are their main focus.
Forums
ColoradoRatList, a Yahoo Groups forum started by Camarattery owner Amy.
Clubs & Associations
The Rat Fan Club, web site of Debbie Ducommun, known as “The Rat Lady,” internationally recognized as an expert on rats. She has worked in the animal care industry since 1977 and has a background in animal training, nutrition, and animal health care. She graduated from California State University at Chico with honors and holds a bachelor of arts degree in animal behavior.
Rat Assistance & Teaching Society, educating people about pet rats and to teach animal care professionals the proper care of rats.
American Fancy Rat and Mouse Association (AFRMA) The main purpose of AFRMA is to promote and encourage the breeding and exhibition of fancy rats and mice. They also educate the public on their positive qualities as companion animals and provide information on their proper care. Competition shows are held several times a year in Southern California.
Association of Colorado Rat Enthusiasts (ACRE). Dedicated to the betterment of the fancy rat through ethical and responsible breeding, and by encouraging proper rat care and ownership at home.
Rats in the News
Hero Rats. The core technology and driving force behind their life-saving mission is African giant pouched rats, who they affectionately call HeroRATs.
A rat has been trained to alert a woman that a muscle spasm attack is starting, which gives her a chance to take her medicine and avoid serious problems.
Rats show empathy! In a new study, rats surprised scientists with altruistic behaviors by busting their friends out of jail and sharing a snack of chocolate chips.
Rats did NOT cause the plague! THE Black Death was not caused by rats passing bubonic plague bacteria but by an ebola-like virus transmitted from person to person, British scientists said yesterday.
A temple in India where rats are worshipped. They are fed by many people and a priest is dedicated to caring for the rats.
Circque du Sewer is the web site of a woman who performs in a "rat circus" all overthe country.
A British rat breeder, Odyssey Rats, has a wonderful video on a British news channel showing how sweet rats are.
Rat Products
Picasso Rattie is just about the cutest rat in the world. Located in the UK, his owners make and sell tons of fun rat accessories for humans.
The Dapper Rat, a very extensive rat web site featuring toys to make for your ratties.
Replica Ratties is owned by a British gal who makes and sells fleece rats in a variety of colors and sizes, including custom orders. They are darned cute! She ships to the US. Her prices are reasonable and shipping is included in the prices.
Miscellanous Rescues and Other Links
Equine Angels Rescue Sanctuary. Equine Angels Rescue Sanctuary is a 501(c)3, non-profit horse rescue.
Crested Butte Horse Rescue. I personally know a few local people who have adopted (for a price!) some of these horses.
E.L.L.A. was established in 2010 as a 501c3 non-profit corporation because founders, Theresa and Bill Fleming, saw a two-fold benefit:
1. a way to interest children in reading and history, and
2. to provide a home and a purpose for unwanted miniature horses and miniature donkeys.
Edwards Animal Rescue. Rescue of mainly large animals, including horses, goats, llamas and even some Zebus. They are in Parker and you can visit & even help!
Joyce Leake and Animal University. Joyce Leake is a Colorado animal communicator who also teaches animal communication. She has a live on-line radio show every Tuesday 1 p.m. Mountain Time. Check it out!