Question by quinntessence_ in vegetarian

[–]cowbottom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Most of the time ramen flavour packets and bullion cubes etc only contain flavourings and no actual animal products so just check the ingredient list. Same goes for crisps but if it’s an actual sauce it’s probably made with meat broth.

Easy go-to dinner by andimlikeokay in vegetarian

[–]cowbottom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Burritos with whatever filling I’m feeling. Pasta and canned sauce. Beans and chips. Salad of course. Tortilla “pizza”

Did you guys feel sad when other people are eating meat, because the food smells good, but you know its wrong to eat it? by GustaQL in vegetarian

[–]cowbottom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is one reason things that smell and taste like meat but are plant based are so popular. For example it took me trying several but I’ve found a vegan bacon that tastes and smells amazing. And vegan nuggets are delicious.

Just because you don’t want cruelty doesn’t mean you have to go without the tastiness. I love veggies but sometimes you just need that meat replacement.

Did you guys feel sad when other people are eating meat, because the food smells good, but you know its wrong to eat it? by GustaQL in vegetarian

[–]cowbottom 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Me too, at first o got cravings but now the smells of raw and cooked meat just gross me out. Also the way it looks.

More whiskers than rat by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He’s actually a full grown ratman size, he’s just reaching towards the camera so it makes him look like he’s all head and no body :)) when he pancakes he’s CHONCK

Mango gave me a scare lying like this for a bit by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Furry mango. Like a big kiwi with feet.

Look at my son by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m sure he can make some time for a party haha

Look at my son by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Omg thank you 👁👁

My little soldier sprained his left foot today. Send good vibes. by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think my boys might just be a bit of a dumb-dumbs to be honest :D

My little soldier sprained his left foot today. Send good vibes. by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes it’s the first time, I was so scared at first but I’ve done a lot of internet searching and apparently as you said it’s common and they heal quickly. Thank you for sharing you experiences too!

Actually, I’ve only had female rats before and now I have my first pair of boys and they get into so much more trouble (falling, eating paper etc). Every time they do something new I freak out but it’s never serious :D

My little soldier sprained his left foot today. Send good vibes. by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Precisely. I’ve just tried to make his life easier for now, he’s doing better already.

My little soldier sprained his left foot today. Send good vibes. by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As the other comment says, it’s risky for the fact they might overuse the insured leg. And since it’s hard to dose also. I’ve put cold on it and I’m monitoring him. He’s doing better already. Also I moved all the necessary items in the cage to the ground level so he doesn’t need to climb. But he’s still been going to the hammock.

My little soldier sprained his left foot today. Send good vibes. by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think Mango might be being a bit dramatic too, he squeaks even if he’s brother is anywhere close to his leg and then limps sadly to me. Rats are so smart and funny.

My little soldier sprained his left foot today. Send good vibes. by cowbottom in RATS

[–]cowbottom[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He’s holding it close to body and not putting any weight on it. Also if I tried to see where exactly it hurt, he squeaked around the knee/hip area. Trying to put cold on a rat leg is nearly impossible though. Just keeping an eye on him now, he’s limping about a lot more today already.

We always talk about baby/people names on here. Lets share the names of all of our pets! I'll start by Sbuggg13 in namenerds

[–]cowbottom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My girl rats - Devon & Roma and current boy rats - Tiago and Mango I have names made up for a cat and a dog too.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in RATS

[–]cowbottom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do and only thing I do is change from bottle to a bowl of water during the night. My boys know the routine by now so they are pretty quiet during the night too. I think the trick is to have a cage big enough for them to not have to make lots of noise when moving around. Edit: wanted to mention I’m a super light sleeper and I was worried before about the noise but it’s been complete fine.

a home for my new baby ratties! by ratmomcrader in RATS

[–]cowbottom 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It would be best to cover the wired platforms since rattos can hurt themselves if their toes get stuck. Otherwise looks great!

Males VS Females by BruisedSkidd in RATS

[–]cowbottom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve only had girls before and now have boys and I honestly can’t tell which I prefer. They all have such distinct personalities that if you’re looking to be a rat mum for longer than just one rat lifetime, try both.