Rats, through the centuries, have been vilified by humans. Maybe they gained their notorious reputation because of the bubonic plagues which spread through Europe, via ridesharing fleas. In the 21st century, these rodents have been the subject of lab tests. Perhaps an unintended consequence is that we now understand their behaviors better, and therefore realize […]

Before you go to a store to buy a reptile, know that there are plenty of animal rescue organizations dedicated to saving these scaly animals. Too many people don’t realize that reptiles aren’t a good fit for their household and they either release them into the wild or simply neglect them. Just like mammals, there […]