How to Teach Rats Tricks

Teaching your rat tricks will be easy with these basic tips. Be patient and make the training fun.

Step 1: Make sure it's quiet Make sure it is quiet with no distractions during training time so the rat stays focused.
Step 2: Train your rat Train your rat with a clicker, small treats, and praise. Always give your pet positive reinforcement.
TIP: A clicker can be purchased online or at a pet store.
Step 3: Concentrate on one trick Concentrate on teaching the rat 1 trick at a time, and start with something simple, like teaching the rat to come to you when called.
TIP: Keep the training sessions between 5 and 10 minutes.
Step 4: Use same gestures Use the same command and gestures when you teach them a new trick, and eventually the rat will start to memorize the tricks.
Step 5: Start clicking Start clicking. When the rat comes toward you, call its name and say "come," then give it a treat and praise.
Step 6: Remember key components Remember that repetition, consistency, and patience are the key components to train your pet. Practice makes perfect.
FACT: A Hindu temple in India holds tribute to the rat goddess Karmi Mata and is home to 20,000 rats.