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in an article about rights for rats, an illustration of a rat holding a sign that reads Don't Dissect Me

When Will Rats Get Their Rights?

Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

They're the default test subjects for far too many scientific experiments. Can these small rodents catch a break?…

January 31, 2022

in an article about a first pet for a child, an illustration of a child in a high chair surrounded by animals

What Is the Perfect First Pet for a Child?

Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

Kids love animals, but picking one for them to take care of isn't a decision that should be taken lightly.…

January 30, 2022

Illustration of a rat with a crown over its head.

Why Rats Make Some of the Best Animal Companions

Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

Hamsters are among the most popular pet rodents, but they're unexpectedly needier and less cuddly than these furry friends.…

November 28, 2021