Function
Rattie Ratz works by taking in surrendered or seized pet rats from shelters such as Humane Society facilities. In some cases Rattie Ratz will accept private surrenders. One major way Rattie Ratz helps in animal rescues is during a hoarding case, when numerous animals being kept in inhumane conditions are seized by authorities. After such a seizure, a humane organization or county shelter can find itself dealing with 1,000 rats from one home. Rescue groups like Rattie Ratz then step in and take in as many rats as they can handle and work to find homes.
The rat is an animal with a bad reputation. Wild rats do not make good pets, but the Fancy rat has been bred for that specific purpose for many years. Rattie Ratz works to educate the public through events like The Wonderful World of Rats. Education of the public includes pet rat care, health, and behavior.
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