Books I have found to be helpful:
The Rat by Ginger Cardinal - this is the best book I own, very comprehensive and easy to read.
The Guide to Owning a Rat by Susan Fox - this has plenty of info and has a good section on how to tame your new rat.
Rats for Those who Care by Dennis Kelsey-Wood - much like the above book but more compact with less information.
Training Your Pet Rat by Gerry Bucsis and Barbara Somerville - yes, you read that right! Training your rats! How fun is that?! :)
Answers to rat problems and general care:
Tips on dealing with aggressive male rats
Introducing new rats to each other
How to train nervous rats to trust you
First aid for your little friends
What to do when your rat needs surgery
Rat merchandise and jewellery:
http://www.jagwearjewelry.com A site that sells personalised hand-made glass charms, made from a photo of your pet! I have had charms made of Ruby, Locke, Spiro and Flame. Very nice for a very good price.
http://www.raggyrat.co.uk Have a look at the awesome Raggy Rat soft toys and cool Raggy Rat bags!
The Winking Cavy Store rat page Gifts for guinea pig and rodent lovers. I have ordered Fimo rat earrings, posters and key rings from here before :)
Links to my favourite rat sites:
The Dapper Rat (AUS)
American Fancy Rat and Mouse Association
Claire's Rats (NZ)
Ree and her rats (NZ)
Pet Rat Information Sheet (UK)
Rodent Fancy (message board is especially good)
Grove Pashley (the best rat photos you'll ever see!)
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