Welcome to the Warm Fuzzies Rattery Genetics Section!

Here we will be providing information and other resources relating to the genetics of rat breeding. For those unfamiliar with the basics of rat genetics who are looking for an entrance into this amazing world, check out our article, 'An Introduction to Rat Genetics' by clicking the first link below. Included underneath are articles by fellow breeders that we can recommend for further reading. Our 'Rat Genetics Calculator' and its associated 'Manual' are tools which can assist in predicting the types of pups that could be produced by specific matings, from a genetics point of view. We would one day like to operate a forum for discussions that explore some of the more interesting or complex aspects of rat genetics, which would gradually be filled with writings, composed by us and other rat enthusiasts, on breeding fancy rats and the genetic knowlegde behind it. If you have any questions, comments, complaints or suggestions we would love to hear from you; please e-mail us and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

An Introduction To Rat Genetics by Brett Stadelmann of Warm Fuzzies Rattery

Genetics by Vickie Boutwell of Curiosity Rats (USA)

Genetics Tutorial by Maplewood Rattery (USA)

Hawthorn Rat Varieties: Common Rat Genes by Hawthorn Rats (UK)

 

This applet requires Java to run. If you don't have Java you can download it here. For Instructions on how to use the WFR Genetics Calculator, read the Manual. The manual also has a note on why the blue gene in the calculator is represented with an 'X', as well as a table of naming conventions. The applet will soon be updated to match this site, and will hopefully include a few new functions that will calculate some of the basic markings we have in Australia.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DISCLAIMER: Please note that all of the information presented here, though typically referenced from an outside source, is always subject to our own opinions and interpretations. It is highly possible that this information may differ greatly from that found in other sources, or from the opinions of other rat genetics enthusiasts. As a result, this information should always be viewed not as definitive facts but rather as a matter of perspective. It should also be remembered that due to the random nature of genetics, predictions of litters can often be greatly inaccurate.

 

~ Genetics Links ~

North England Rat Society

The Farlex Dictionary

Kyrk's Genetics Website