Its so nice to find another rat lover. It shows we are multiplying.
Rats are very intelligent and sweet creatures. And with all rats comes a personality. You may have already seen personalities develope. Like, I can tell you the general personalities of my rats. Cookies is outgoing and independent, Sweet Pea is shy and cautious, and Rosabella is best described as pure soul who just loves to love and be loved.
Some rats may just not want to sit in your lap. Cookies can't because she is an explorer. In fact all rats are explorers.
Young healthy rats are always hyper. As your love and comfort level with them increases, they will settle down and mature.
Some tips is maybe to feed them while they are in your lap. With Rosabella if i feed her, then she has to clean herself, and that gets her tired and if I then shield her from interesting smells and sights, she will probably fall asleep after some stroking.
If you are in a safe area with them like a couch or something (and they can't get off the couch) just let them explore the couch while you sit and watch TV or something. Eventually they will get bored and come back to you (you'll be the only living and therefore interesting thing on the couch). After all that exploring they may be tired and just want to sit with you. Dedicate a nice little handtowel for them to sleep on and just make your motions calm and steady. If you are relaxed and not worried aout what they do, they'll get the vibe.
Feel free to talk with us and ask any questions you have!
Lila
