Why do fancy rats bite?

A rat could also bite if it is feeling sick and is uncomfortable or hurt when picked up. Their bites are only harmful if they carry disease. Clean the wound thoroughly and consult your doctor if you do not know the background of your rat (for rats adopted at a pet store or shelter) and you are concerned. read more

Rats can bite, but generally, they don't like to, and will not do so without a reason. And a lot of the time, they will give you fair warning beforehand (this is where knowing your rat body language comes in helpful). read more

Determine why your rat is biting. If he bites when you pick him up and acts nervous around people generally, he’s scared. Well-socialized rats won’t do this, but rescues might. If he bites occasionally when you’re handling him and not usually very hard, he’s probably playing. Rats play-fight a lot. read more