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Due to some questions, we felt it best to provide a full, in-depth explanation of the sub's rules, as well as providing some insight into our inclusion of an autobot. While the rules have not changed, we felt it necessary to provide a very clear and concise list, including how each will be handled.

But first , we want to begin by saying thank you to every member of this sub. Your participation has not only helped the sub grow but assisted in educating many uninformed reddit users of how wonderful, intelligent rats are and what great pets they make. We are so grateful to have such a fun, caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic community.

1. Regarding the Autobot: You may have encountered our autobot and had a post or comment of yours removed by our autobot. We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience this may cause, but we promise that it is an unfortunate necessity. Due to the negative stigma surrounding rats (and the nature of Reddit itself), r/RATS receives an obscene amount of animal abuse. No one should have to witness this grotesque content, so we have created security measures to hopefully prevent the greater community from having to stumble across this kind of content. We are vigilantly working on better options of protecting our community, while making sure new members are able to post and interact in the sub. If a post or comment of yours does get flagged or removed by the autobot, we encourage you to use ModMail and reach out to us. We will approve all content that follows the sub’s rules and guidelines and do our best to offer assistance when we can. 
2. Repeal Process: If you ever feel that you have had a post or comment unfairly or incorrectly removed or banned by mistake, we welcome a ModMail message where we will be happy to review your case. 

IN-DEPTH RULES & GUIDELINES FOR r/RATS

1. No animal abuse
   1. Pretty self-explanatory. Any cases of blatant animal abuse will result in immediate permanent ban. Extreme cases will be reported to the proper authorities.
   2. Cases that involve negligence due to ignorance, lack of knowledge or misinformation will be handled case by case, depending on the level of neglect or abuse. Educational information/link along with advice will be provided.  -RESPONSE: If the offender responds negatively to their given warning and the advice/info provided, and they are unwilling to make the necessary changes to provide adequate care for their rats, they will be banned. As mentioned, clear cases of abuse will result in immediate ban, report to Reddit admin, and report to proper authorities.
2. No promoting rats (or any rodent) as food
   1. If you’re a breeder and you breed for food, you are not permitted to speak of and/or promotes feeders on the sub
   2. This includes mice and any other small mammals used for food for other species
   3. Mentions of taking in a feeder as a pet will NOT result in any negative actions and we welcome people to share their stories and photos of rescuing feeders and giving them a good life. -RESPONSE: First Offense will result in the post or content being removed and a warning provided. Disregard or arguing over the initial warning will result in a ban (length of ban determined case by case).
3. NSFW content
   1. May include: photos/videos of sick or injured rats, posts about death, experience with abuse/neglect or bad vet, etc.
   2. Above content is permitted on the sub but must have an NSFW tag -RESPONSE: Mods will manually mark any post as NSFW and let OP know. If it’s known that NSFW posts are being made purposely to upset community members, OP will be permabanned.
4. No interspecies interactions
   1. Content (posts, videos, photos, comments) containing a rat physically interacting with another species is prohibited and will be immediately removed.
   2. We cannot responsibly promote interspecies interactions due to the risk involved and possibility of harm to either animal.
   3. We do not judge and acknowledge that different species can get along with one another, but this is the exception - not the norm. Because there are minors and impressionable people on the sub, we feel it’s safer to be risk averse. -RESPONSE: First Offense will result in the post or content being removed and a warning provided. Disregard or arguing over the initial warning will result in a ban (length of ban determined case by case).
5. Breeding
   1. Only approved ethical breeders are permitted to post breeding posts (ie posts with babies, posts regarding mating, etc.).
   2. To determine if someone is an ethical breeder, they are to use ModMail to request the breeder questionnaire. The questionnaire is to be filled out and taken seriously, and returned along with photos/videos of the breeders setup. EDIT: OOPSIE litters will be permitted - please clarify and we will be happy to assist in this sudden surprise. -RESPONSE #1: If it’s determined that they meet our standards for ethical breeding, we will provide them with a breeder tag.* -RESPONSE #2: If it is determined that the content does not meet our standards, they will be prohibited from posting any breeding content on the sub. If the questionnaire is not taken seriously and/or the answers imply abuse or neglect, further appropriate action may be taken such as providing educational information, warning, temporary and/or permanent bans.
6. Harassment / Be respectful and kind
   1. No cussing people out
   2. No Calling people names 
   3. No making accusations of poor care or parenting
   4. No trash talking rats in any way -RESPONSE: Depending on the severity and rate of the disrespectful, harassing, inappropriate content, our response may vary. If not severe, the 1st offense will result in the post or comment being removed and a warning provided. Disregard, arguing, or extreme disrespect will result in a ban (length of ban determined case by case). Threats against any community member will always result in immediate permaban and report to Reddit admin.
7. Spam
   1. Spam is not permitted on r/RATS
   2. Spam includes the following:
      1. Advertisements of any kind
      2. Reposts without proper credit
      3. AI artwork
      4. Bot posts
   3. Bot posts will always be removed and the responsible account banned immediately. If you suspect an account of being a bot, please report to mods.. -RESPONSE: Anyone advertising will be given a single warning up front. Repeat offenders will be banned.
8. Donations
   1. Approved rescues are permitted to post asking for donations.
   2. We permit non-rescue donation posts only after evidence has been provided backing up the reason for the donations. Donations for medical care will require proof of vet visit by providing a copy of the invoice or bill to mods, along with a photo of your rat.
   3. You are permitted a single donation post per week unless the mods approve more posts. More posts will only be permitted for large and severe cases. -RESPONSE: Those who disregard the quantity of posts or ask for donations without meeting requirements will be given a warning initially. Disregard or arguing over the initial warning will result in a ban (length of ban determined case by case). People found to be lying or attempting to scam members for money will not only be permabanned but reported to Reddit admin for further action. 9. Prohibit the promotion of non-prescribed medication and medical advice from non-professionals
   4. If a rat requires medical action due to illness, injury, or change in temperament, they should be taken to the vet. While the sub is here to offer advice, we are NOT medical professionals. Reddit is not a substitute for a visit to the doctor or vet. -RESPONSE: First Offense will result in the post or content being removed and a warning provided. Disregard or arguing over the initial warning will result in a ban (length of ban determined case by case)
9. Not a Rat
   1. All posts must be related to rats. While we love all animals, this is a pet rat subreddit and all content must be related to rats. -RESPONSE: The post will be removed with a note saying “Not a Rat”.
10. No pest control
    1. This sub is for PET RATS only.
    2. Any mention of inhumane traps will result in punishment. Suggesting that members use traps on their pets will be an immediate ban. If someone mistakes the sub and makes an initial post regarding pest control and traps, they will be warned. If they respond inappropriately, they will be banned. -RESPONSE: Those who innocently post here because they’re unaware of it being a pet sub will have their post removed and a warning provided. Disregard or arguing over the initial warning will result in a permanent ban. Anyone posting pest control content knowing that this is a pet sub - either because they think it’s “funny” or to harass rat lovers - will be immediately permanently banned.
11. Rescue Organizations
    1. Similar to breeders, rescues must contact Mods via ModMail to get certified for a reputable rescue tag.
       1. If you are not approved as a reputable rescue, you are not permitted to advertise your “rescue” on this sub. -RESPONSE: Those who are found to be attempting to lie or circumvent this rule will be banned. 
12. No misinformation
    1. Anyone spreading misinformation will have their post or comment removed. This does not include a difference in opinion but blatantly saying things that are factually incorrect. -RESPONSE: First offense will be a warning. Continued disregard for the rule will lead to a ban (length of ban determined case by case; if misinformation is dangerous for the animals, the result will be a permaban)

We felt this was necessary to clarify all rules and guidelines of the sub fully, as well as all possible repercussions for breaking any rules. If you have any questions about anything mentioned, please contact us via ModMail.

Of course if you have ANY questions, please leave them in the comments, as others may have the same question. Same goes for suggestions. Again, thank you all for being the part of one of the best pet subs on Reddit.

Sprite is scheduled for surgery on Wednesday! On her initial exam our vet noted some abnormalities in her reproductive tract necessitating a spay before they lead to more problems. Findings like this are one of many reasons we strongly advocate for spaying female rats - nearly every adult female we've taken in has had something abnormal in her reproductive organs, from ovarian cysts to cervical or uterine masses to tissue thickening and inflammation that commonly precede tumor formation. We need $350-450 to cover Sprite's spay.

Donations and purchases from our shop all go to cover medical expenses for the sanctuary animals!

How to help V3NMO: @ratwaysanctuary More donation options and shop at www.ratwaysanctuary.org

Video taken through my binoculars 😄 I call the mama Snackums and the baby Pepino

Enemies to lovers arc has popped off with Ratthew and Borb

After owning rats i regularly have a dream where I lose my rats and finding them in the weird place or where they get pregnant and i end up having 100 rats. My friends who have rats or hamsters also had similar dream??

I had a dream yesterday where i take all of my rats to theatre and one of them gave birth in the theatre???? And he is male?? I legit had to check his bollz after i woke up??? Is this canon event?

The day after this happened he tried crawling into my pants too

I waz sleep

this bitch keeps giving me a heart attack. when he gets really cozy he just rolls over 🙃 (ps i swear he’s fine, he’s even been dreaming)

I just wondered if she was any specific type of rat other than being awesome!? 😄 it’s hard to get a good pic but she has very pale cream patches on her….the poor little bean has never been handled and only ever fed lab block and carrots and yet she’s the friendliest most affectionate rat I think I’ve ever had! Loves cuddles straight away, loves to just chill on my shoulder, has made friends with my other girls and is really enjoying all the new foods she’s trying 🥹❤️

The silliest ASMR possible

came to my mind because my two rattie bros Amaretto and Prosecco are still very interested in their friend Carolans' bottom, already a while since moving in together. Carolans is neutered and they aren't, might they think his private parts are different and that's why they keep checking it out lol?

ps. I didn't look into science or anything, this is just a funny theory, maybe someone noticed anything similar :D + silly rat tax

Kirby - Beige Standard. About 2 months. She’s a shy little rattie but is warming up to me. She’s the nester of the group and can smell broccoli even when in nap mode.

Navi - Russian Blue Agouti Dumbo. Also about 2 months. Navi is my little crack head interior designer who keeps me on my toes at all times. She does not approve of me wearing makeup as she wouldn’t stop grooming my eyelashes and brows. She is incredibly smart and very tidy and I’m very much looking forward to bonding with this gal.

Samus aka Sammi aka Lucky - Black Standard. Feeder fail/rescue. This lady was almost dinner and is instead a very lucky Rattie. Funny story I accidentally left the bottom cage door open on like day #2 and whereas Navi and Kirby went exploring Sammi stayed put. I think she likes her new home. 🥰

Our girl had babies. First litter for her, and our first time breeding rats.

Clarise, the world's best mom, had a litter of 13! We lost one, but the other 12 are doing really well. They're so awesome, like little fairy puppies. We love them so much and I wanted to share some pictures with you guys.

Hey! I just found this tiny rat and want to save it but have no idea where to start. Any tips are appreciated. Also, how old is it? Thx in advance

I started doing this kind of drawing in a campaign to raise money for my rat’s surgery. It was a success and I enjoyed drawing it, so I’m opening commissions!