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These rats exhibit a broad spectrum of emotions akin to those of people. Like humans, they can be empathetic, helpful, and even lonely. Actually, guys like spending precious time cuddling. They enjoy snuggling into someone's lap. Equally loving and inquisitive, female rats are more active.

Rats are essentially very gregarious animals. Sometimes they have such close relationships that abrupt changes can irritate them. Rats value occasional spa treatments and scratching behind their ears. They enjoy caring for their human friends.