An animal rights charity has issued a plea with Brits to be nicer to rats calling them "wonderful animals". This message comes as shocking images show piles of rubbish taking over streets in Birmingha ...

“They are very affectionate animals and will form close bonds with other rats as well as human carers, with many loving to relax on an owner’s lap.” Charity chiefs argued that the critters m ...

The RSPCA is urging people to "be kind to rats" this World Rat Day (April 4). The charity wants to dispel popular misconceptions and help the public to foster a better understanding of these ...

There was a rat in the telephone box ... "It just came up to the wheel, climbed it, and then sat on my lap. It bit my finger. I kind of went into like a fight or flight response, honestly." ...