Rats are very intelligent animals, I'm sure they know their mother loves them and they will think of you fondly. You're doing what's best for your babies. 🙂
Thank you for all your rat videos over the years. I turned to your videos in 2018 or 2019 when I got my first boys in late 2018 and found them so helpful (you, Shadow the Rat, and Isamu Rats). I still have my boys but have developed allergies to them as well, and don't know how long I'll be able to keep them.
I totally relate to the haunting of an empty cage! I always try to pack things up ASAP and get ready for a new creature because it's very sad to see it so quiet, no scurrying or gnawing lol. I really appreciate you taking us through your journey right til the end. I think it's so important to talk about the fact that owning pets is not static! A person may change the pets they have for so many reasons, but the important thing is taking responsibility for the animals' well-being. Whether that's seeing them through until they pass, or responsible rehoming. Definitely an under discussed topic! Not the most fun thing to make videos about, but necessary. So excited to see your new direction, and for more chinny content of course!❤
I first found your channel a few years ago because of your rats and stayed because your videos are amazing, heartwarming and educational. I can't wait to see what the future of your channel holds ❤
I started watching you over 6 years ago I think. At the time I really wanted to get rats one day, over the years I decided it probably wasn't the best option for me because of the frequent grief and health issues, but I still love them so much. Thank you for sharing your journey keeping rats all these years
For what it's worth, I went through this when I had to rehome my ferrets. I still miss them 7 years on, but it was best for them and us, and I stand by the decision even though it was difficult. Chin up, hun. It'll be okay x
Thank you for all your rat videos and info over the years. I have had rats for over 30 years and will miss your rats. You are a very kind person and deserve the best in life.. 🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🙂
Rehoming my last rat, who became alone all of a sudden out of 3, was the hardest thing I ever did. But as a single mom whonwas going back to college and was broke, I knew it was for the best. She was already almost 2 years old, but still very spunky and active. Luckily I came across a married couple who had 2 other senior rats and was looking for another older girl and our rats got along great. So I was peace at mind and even had the couple on fb.
10:02 little rattie looks like a middle aged man with his arm out the car window lol. Bless them, im sure their time with you was amazing qnd they will be taken great care of ❤
This video was so bittersweet it's an end of an era. I'm looking forward to the new videos that you'll be posting. I'm so excited for this new era. Thank you for always putting your animals first. Thinking about their well being is what it's all about.
i started watching u about a year and half ago when i begin my research for getting rats, and u have been the face of this community for me. thank you for all you've done and the good live you gave to all your boys over the years while im sad to see this era of your life end we all know its for the best. i recently got my first pair of rats and ik i couldnt have gotten here with out u thank you for sharing your journey with us. my new girls Misty and Rae say hi❤🐀
I know this bittersweet feeling, I had to stop owning mice last year and rehoming the last ones was so hard. You did so well and did the right thing for you ❤
I live in Australia, I remember getting my first 3 girls back in aug of 2020. You helped so much educating me and making all the rats i've had giving them the absolute best life ever! To the point too Emi that I have been running a rescue as well for the last few years and I always point towards your videos as well to help people give their rats even better lives as well! You have done SO much amazing work! I cannot wait to continue to see what your channel brings and to learn more and more from you every upload! I hope you know as well you made the best decision and you have the biggest heart! You are truly an amazing person! ♥
What a lovely video, though I did get emotional as this will be my situation in a year or so 😢. You’ve given me a few ideas on how to prepare so thank you ❤
I saw Ashley's video of you leaving the boys with her. Look forward to seeing her full intro video. I also want to see more chinchilla and mice videos from you!
Thank you so much for all your video about rats. You started my passion for rodents 6 years ago now (it doesn't feel that long ago) i can't wait for all the new Chinchilla content since there not an animal i have ever really learnt much about. :)
I hated to admit it, but I was relieved when I brought my last two gerbils back to their breader. It felt like a chore in the end and not pleasure anymore. I also got the last two so may oldest wouldn't be alone knowing I would give them up so I didn't let myself get to close. Thanks for sharing your journey and I am looking forward to see what those two get up to on the other channel and whats next for you ❤
I can't let go of my passed girls coconut hide, fav hammocks. Its not wrong to keep memories. I know Ashley is going to absolutely spoil them. She and ratty dad love them all so much. X Big hugs I could sense your pain.You helped me so much when I suddenly became a rat mom. I also now have advised other ppl on diet, healthcare etc all from you. ❤from Geordieland ❤
i am so glad that tiffin and toast are getting to go to a good home that will love them i know that they will miss you though and rats always deserve the best i am also so sorry you are allergic it must be really hard for you to say goodbye
Farewell little ones 😢. Their new home looks wonderful; I’m sure they will be happy and loved ❤. Sad to see the end of an era, but I always look forward to your next videos and new adventures
I have mice, and you have helped my project in giving them a house. I made a wheel for them and it's smaller than you have said because of the tail not having room for their tails. So the wheel is only a bit more than 7" and it's true. But as an interesting thing. The males didn't want to use the wheel I think because of the size. When I gave the wheel to the female cage, one of the mice used it after about a day, and I was curious to see when she did, to see what was going on. Her tail definitely not in the wheel - but she simply runs on the wheel with her tail sticking out the side of the wheel!! I'm going to make a larger wheel for them, though. It's going to be about 10-11" and that's about the largest that will fit there. I should have it done soon, I make them from cardboard. I take them out and keep them in my pocket. Because that started before they learned to control their potty movements, I made a pocket "protector" liner out of some patchwork material and sewing popsicle sticks into the sleeve on one side gives it a wedge that slides into my pocket, with a pouch that hangs over my pocket. They've learned to use it and climb into it by themselves sometimes. I put treats into it too. I hope you do well without your rats and I don't think that rats are as easy to keep as mice. I watched a few of your mice videos and they've helped me with my more aggressive mice. Thanks for the content. Keep up the good work.
I will follow Faithfull Rattos. Thank you for all those years of great videos with rats.🐀🐀❤As long as you're still making videos, I'm fine with it.😂I will miss you so much!😭
I made the decision to stop keeping rats several years ago and since then I’ve barely even watched a single video relating to them because it makes me so sad 😢
Watching with tears, this is so hard. For you and for them. I'm on my 4th go at 60 yrs old keeping pet rats. My oldest Zoomie is a hermit! He hates other boys, and will fight. Every one of them were pups or barely eyes open when I adopted. He is my love, but will not accept even young females. It's ok. I hate you are going thru this.
GURL YOU HELPED ME THROUGH SO MUCH I JUST GOT MY NEW LITTLE BABY RATS THERE MALES THE GREY ONE IS WILLOW AND THE BLACK AND WHITE ONE IS BANDIT, I’ll miss you!!!😢
hey Emiology. I have a question about rats. Im looking in to owning them.I have always had hamsters in a tank (120x50x50) can i tun this in a suitable enclosure for rats? maybe with a tank top or something like that?? or is it still not enough ventilation? Sorry for spelling words wrong. I have Dyslexia.
My two boys have antibiotic resistant URI (probably viral!) I'm not sure how I'll ever be able to rehome them, as surely people won't want to introduce the virus to their mischief? Any help appreciated!
Sounds like it's myco tbh, sometimes this is chronic. There are very few strains of rats who don't have this as its passed from mother to kitten in the birth canal. I don't see why they wouldn't be able to be rehomed. If for whatever reason they couldn't be then I would consider having them put to sleep at the same time so neither has to be alone.
People who hate rats need to also at least understand that pet rats are people’s beloved pets, in the same way as someone might love a rabbit, a hamster or guinea pigs, or perhaps even dogs and cats. I think they also need to understand that, no matter how much they may hate rats/mice, rats/mice, whether wild or domesticated, are still sentient beings with as much right to live as they have. If you hate a certain animal/s, fine, but just cause you don’t like them doesn’t mean you should harm or kill them, or that they don’t have a right to live…
hey emi! you have helped inspire me to get mice but i was wondering, if i want to get a male mouse but also a female mouse could i home one neutered male mouse with two female mice?
Hey so like first you have helped me so much with my rats and mice but you are much smarter abt rats and mice so i am asking , is there a way so wen your rats breed they dont have like 20 kids but so they have a smaller amount and also tankyou so much for all of the previous halp you have gave me from your vids hope you have a good day
No there isn’t a way to control how many babies are born. I’d really consider not breeding your rats if it’s something you’re thinking of doing as a lot of things can go wrong if you aren’t prepared and don’t know the genetics of your rats 😟
I’ve owned mice for 7 years, how is that giving up rats to own mice when I’ve had them this whole time 😂 I’d rather not have subscribers that don’t understand the importance of making sure rats have continued social company and aren’t just left to die alone
so its either leave them to die alone in your care (even though theyd still have each other) or give them away? Theres no third option of just taking care of them along with your other pets till they die? whatever. you quit rats. rats are supposed to be for life. Pshh...
Yes, as i've explained many times on my channel it is not ethical for rats to live alone. When you are down to your last two rats one could die months or even a year before the other one, which is cruel. Rats cannot be 'for life' when you become allergic to them, please don't be childish about other peoples decisions.
you're allergic to rats but not any of the other animals? Okay fine sure. In that case i guess thats a solid reason... okay fine i pre judged too hastily. im sorry. That sucks i would be heartbroken if i was suddenly allergic to rats. I reacted emotionally and i was wrong. my bad.
Fake influencer. I'm also allergic to rats, adore them, am NOT a famous influencer with a weird wig with bangs designed to cover my low forehead, and cared for my girls until the day they died, rubbing my face into their fur to comfort them [they'd softly brux when I did this, even though they were ill], even though I was allergic. (P.S. I did this in my living room, which had not been converted into an influencer video studio.)
You clearly don't love them ----- this will be very traumatic for rats, who are very neophobic with new people. Influencer who cares more about her wig / bangs than her pets.
This was so emotional for me to watch. This is the end of an era emi omg😭😭
It really is 🥲 I’m excited for my next era though!
I am so incredibly grateful for your trust. And so proud to be your friend.
Tiffin and Toast will be so loved by me, Rat Dad and my boys 🫶🏻
Cutie 🥹🤎
Can't wait to see u post them in their new homes! I bet ull be so good for them ❤❤
Awww I'm so glad they're coming to you. So nice Emiology and all of us still get to see them ❤️
❤Glad I saw this comment. I didn’t think I could watch the video but I feel so much better now. Have a joyful life Tiffin & Toast and your new family.
Rats are very intelligent animals, I'm sure they know their mother loves them and they will think of you fondly. You're doing what's best for your babies. 🙂
Thank you for all your rat videos over the years. I turned to your videos in 2018 or 2019 when I got my first boys in late 2018 and found them so helpful (you, Shadow the Rat, and Isamu Rats). I still have my boys but have developed allergies to them as well, and don't know how long I'll be able to keep them.
I totally relate to the haunting of an empty cage! I always try to pack things up ASAP and get ready for a new creature because it's very sad to see it so quiet, no scurrying or gnawing lol.
I really appreciate you taking us through your journey right til the end. I think it's so important to talk about the fact that owning pets is not static! A person may change the pets they have for so many reasons, but the important thing is taking responsibility for the animals' well-being. Whether that's seeing them through until they pass, or responsible rehoming. Definitely an under discussed topic! Not the most fun thing to make videos about, but necessary.
So excited to see your new direction, and for more chinny content of course!❤
I first found your channel a few years ago because of your rats and stayed because your videos are amazing, heartwarming and educational. I can't wait to see what the future of your channel holds ❤
oh hell did this make me cry
I started watching you over 6 years ago I think. At the time I really wanted to get rats one day, over the years I decided it probably wasn't the best option for me because of the frequent grief and health issues, but I still love them so much. Thank you for sharing your journey keeping rats all these years
For what it's worth, I went through this when I had to rehome my ferrets. I still miss them 7 years on, but it was best for them and us, and I stand by the decision even though it was difficult. Chin up, hun. It'll be okay x
Thank you for all your rat videos and info over the years. I have had rats for over 30 years and will miss your rats. You are a very kind person and deserve the best in life.. 🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🙂
Rehoming my last rat, who became alone all of a sudden out of 3, was the hardest thing I ever did. But as a single mom whonwas going back to college and was broke, I knew it was for the best. She was already almost 2 years old, but still very spunky and active. Luckily I came across a married couple who had 2 other senior rats and was looking for another older girl and our rats got along great. So I was peace at mind and even had the couple on fb.
10:02 little rattie looks like a middle aged man with his arm out the car window lol. Bless them, im sure their time with you was amazing qnd they will be taken great care of ❤
A little trucker man haha
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This video was so bittersweet it's an end of an era. I'm looking forward to the new videos that you'll be posting. I'm so excited for this new era. Thank you for always putting your animals first. Thinking about their well being is what it's all about.
i started watching u about a year and half ago when i begin my research for getting rats, and u have been the face of this community for me. thank you for all you've done and the good live you gave to all your boys over the years while im sad to see this era of your life end we all know its for the best. i recently got my first pair of rats and ik i couldnt have gotten here with out u thank you for sharing your journey with us. my new girls Misty and Rae say hi❤🐀
It's not weird at all to keep old toys
I know this bittersweet feeling, I had to stop owning mice last year and rehoming the last ones was so hard. You did so well and did the right thing for you ❤
I live in Australia, I remember getting my first 3 girls back in aug of 2020. You helped so much educating me and making all the rats i've had giving them the absolute best life ever! To the point too Emi that I have been running a rescue as well for the last few years and I always point towards your videos as well to help people give their rats even better lives as well! You have done SO much amazing work! I cannot wait to continue to see what your channel brings and to learn more and more from you every upload!
I hope you know as well you made the best decision and you have the biggest heart! You are truly an amazing person! ♥
What a lovely video, though I did get emotional as this will be my situation in a year or so 😢. You’ve given me a few ideas on how to prepare so thank you ❤
❤❤❤❤❤❤ I’ll miss all the ratties and thank you for all your clips, have a great life xxx
What a brave decision, well done beautiful 💕 not just for doing it, but also sharing that on here, two big acts of bravery here x
I saw Ashley's video of you leaving the boys with her. Look forward to seeing her full intro video. I also want to see more chinchilla and mice videos from you!
I 100% understand. This is hard, but it is the right choice for them and you.
I love seeing you petting them and rubbing their ears before taking them to their new home.
Thank you so much for all your video about rats. You started my passion for rodents 6 years ago now (it doesn't feel that long ago) i can't wait for all the new Chinchilla content since there not an animal i have ever really learnt much about. :)
I just had to rehome my rats due to not being able to care for them, because school and working. This vidoe helped me alot.
I hated to admit it, but I was relieved when I brought my last two gerbils back to their breader. It felt like a chore in the end and not pleasure anymore. I also got the last two so may oldest wouldn't be alone knowing I would give them up so I didn't let myself get to close.
Thanks for sharing your journey and I am looking forward to see what those two get up to on the other channel and whats next for you ❤
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I can't let go of my passed girls coconut hide, fav hammocks. Its not wrong to keep memories.
I know Ashley is going to absolutely spoil them. She and ratty dad love them all so much. X
Big hugs I could sense your pain.You helped me so much when I suddenly became a rat mom. I also now have advised other ppl on diet, healthcare etc all from you. ❤from Geordieland ❤
i am so glad that tiffin and toast are getting to go to a good home that will love them i know that they will miss you though and rats always deserve the best i am also so sorry you are allergic it must be really hard for you to say goodbye
End of an era 🙁 but lovely to see them settling in ❤
Farewell little ones 😢. Their new home looks wonderful; I’m sure they will be happy and loved ❤. Sad to see the end of an era, but I always look forward to your next videos and new adventures
I have mice, and you have helped my project in giving them a house. I made a wheel for them and it's smaller than you have said because of the tail not having room for their tails. So the wheel is only a bit more than 7" and it's true.
But as an interesting thing. The males didn't want to use the wheel I think because of the size. When I gave the wheel to the female cage, one of the mice used it after about a day, and I was curious to see when she did, to see what was going on. Her tail definitely not in the wheel - but she simply runs on the wheel with her tail sticking out the side of the wheel!!
I'm going to make a larger wheel for them, though. It's going to be about 10-11" and that's about the largest that will fit there. I should have it done soon, I make them from cardboard.
I take them out and keep them in my pocket. Because that started before they learned to control their potty movements, I made a pocket "protector" liner out of some patchwork material and sewing popsicle sticks into the sleeve on one side gives it a wedge that slides into my pocket, with a pouch that hangs over my pocket. They've learned to use it and climb into it by themselves sometimes. I put treats into it too.
I hope you do well without your rats and I don't think that rats are as easy to keep as mice. I watched a few of your mice videos and they've helped me with my more aggressive mice.
Thanks for the content.
Keep up the good work.
Im gonna cry… 😢
You did good. For your health and theirs. We'll miss the baby beans. 😢❤
Awwww 🥺 you made the right choice though. Im excited for what comes next! ❤
I wish the best for them and you.
I will follow Faithfull Rattos. Thank you for all those years of great videos with rats.🐀🐀❤As long as you're still making videos, I'm fine with it.😂I will miss you so much!😭
I made the decision to stop keeping rats several years ago and since then I’ve barely even watched a single video relating to them because it makes me so sad 😢
Watching with tears, this is so hard. For you and for them. I'm on my 4th go at 60 yrs old keeping pet rats. My oldest Zoomie is a hermit! He hates other boys, and will fight. Every one of them were pups or barely eyes open when I adopted. He is my love, but will not accept even young females. It's ok. I hate you are going thru this.
I lost one of my boys today unexpectedly and now I'm on the hunt for a new home for his brother and that just feels extra sad 😢😭
just managed to hold it together😔🥺😞😭
GURL YOU HELPED ME THROUGH SO MUCH I JUST GOT MY NEW LITTLE BABY RATS THERE MALES THE GREY ONE IS WILLOW AND THE BLACK AND WHITE ONE IS BANDIT, I’ll miss you!!!😢
I’m not going anywhere 😊
I understand
I'm not crying! You're Crying! 😭
hey Emiology. I have a question about rats. Im looking in to owning them.I have always had hamsters in a tank (120x50x50) can i tun this in a suitable enclosure for rats? maybe with a tank top or something like that?? or is it still not enough ventilation? Sorry for spelling words wrong. I have Dyslexia.
Rats tend to prefer a more vertical wire cage
@@elzies_mice thank you!!!
I personally know FaithfulRattos! Shes a super sweet awesome person
My two boys have antibiotic resistant URI (probably viral!) I'm not sure how I'll ever be able to rehome them, as surely people won't want to introduce the virus to their mischief? Any help appreciated!
Sounds like it's myco tbh, sometimes this is chronic. There are very few strains of rats who don't have this as its passed from mother to kitten in the birth canal. I don't see why they wouldn't be able to be rehomed. If for whatever reason they couldn't be then I would consider having them put to sleep at the same time so neither has to be alone.
In April I stopped rat owning after 6 years for a lot of the same reasons. I miss them but not the work
People who hate rats need to also at least understand that pet rats are people’s beloved pets, in the same way as someone might love a rabbit, a hamster or guinea pigs, or perhaps even dogs and cats. I think they also need to understand that, no matter how much they may hate rats/mice, rats/mice, whether wild or domesticated, are still sentient beings with as much right to live as they have. If you hate a certain animal/s, fine, but just cause you don’t like them doesn’t mean you should harm or kill them, or that they don’t have a right to live…
hey emi! you have helped inspire me to get mice but i was wondering, if i want to get a male mouse but also a female mouse could i home one neutered male mouse with two female mice?
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Hey so like first you have helped me so much with my rats and mice but you are much smarter abt rats and mice so i am asking , is there a way so wen your rats breed they dont have like 20 kids but so they have a smaller amount and also tankyou so much for all of the previous halp you have gave me from your vids hope you have a good day
No there isn’t a way to control how many babies are born. I’d really consider not breeding your rats if it’s something you’re thinking of doing as a lot of things can go wrong if you aren’t prepared and don’t know the genetics of your rats 😟
@@Emiology ah ok and tysm for helping and making these amaizing vids
Do you still have mice? How many chinchillas do you have?
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CUTE CUTE LOVE RATS💖💖💖
Even tho I cried an here is a cage idea put 2 cages together for chinchillas
I’m saving the cage but I don’t have the space to do it in our current house at the moment!
are you still going to sell rat stuff on your store???????????????
Of course 😊
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so sad
NOOO! the poor ratties❤❤ we'll miss them.....
you gave up rats for mice? ugh. and didnt even finish taking care of the last two just gave up. unsubscribed and im disappointed in you as a person.
I’ve owned mice for 7 years, how is that giving up rats to own mice when I’ve had them this whole time 😂 I’d rather not have subscribers that don’t understand the importance of making sure rats have continued social company and aren’t just left to die alone
so its either leave them to die alone in your care (even though theyd still have each other) or give them away? Theres no third option of just taking care of them along with your other pets till they die? whatever. you quit rats. rats are supposed to be for life. Pshh...
Yes, as i've explained many times on my channel it is not ethical for rats to live alone. When you are down to your last two rats one could die months or even a year before the other one, which is cruel. Rats cannot be 'for life' when you become allergic to them, please don't be childish about other peoples decisions.
you're allergic to rats but not any of the other animals? Okay fine sure. In that case i guess thats a solid reason... okay fine i pre judged too hastily. im sorry. That sucks i would be heartbroken if i was suddenly allergic to rats. I reacted emotionally and i was wrong. my bad.
Thank you for apologising
Fake influencer. I'm also allergic to rats, adore them, am NOT a famous influencer with a weird wig with bangs designed to cover my low forehead, and cared for my girls until the day they died, rubbing my face into their fur to comfort them [they'd softly brux when I did this, even though they were ill], even though I was allergic. (P.S. I did this in my living room, which had not been converted into an influencer video studio.)
So did you allow your rats to become single / lone rats when one inevitably died before the other? Because that’s neglect.
You clearly don't love them ----- this will be very traumatic for rats, who are very neophobic with new people. Influencer who cares more about her wig / bangs than her pets.
No signs of trauma in them so far, they’re having a great time with their new humans and rat friends ✌🏼 absolutely thriving