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I’ve Spent Years Photographing Rats To Break The Negative Image Of Rats By Taking Cute Pics Of Them
I have been taking pictures of pet rats for years hoping to break the negative image that is often associated with these lovely animals.
Here are some of these photographs, both of my rats and of my friends' rats and, as you may see, they are far from being dirty nasty little monsters! They are actually highly intelligent social beings that love interacting with each other and their favorite humans. They are very friendly, smart, playful, they love cuddles and are very clean: many rat owners agree to compare them to tiny dogs.
I made all the little accessories (except for the little black hat) so these wouldn't constrain the rats: they could remove them very easily, although they didn't bother most of the time as they were quite cool and relaxed. No animals were harmed during the making of these pictures, the ladybug was also alive and well and flew away soon after the photo shooting.
If you ever want to adopt pet rats, please consider contacting your local pet shelter as there are many rats awaiting for a forever home. You must also adopt at least two rats of the same sex, rats absolutely need to have a friend from their own species.
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#1
Herjan And His Fancy Hat (Herjan)
Final score:
267points
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#3
Brothers Enjoying A Snack (Izumi, Lysander And Kaelan)
Final score:
238points
#4
There's No Rabbit In The Hat... (Heimdall)
Final score:
236points
#6
Polka Dots (Kjalarr)
Final score:
215points
#7
What's This? (Thjazi)
Final score:
211points
TheRubyFalcon 9 years ago
I can visualize the next moment, after he touches it and it pops on his nose. xD
#8
Bloody Strawberry (Lysander)
Final score:
202points
#9
Two Brothers (Semtex And Toutatis)
Final score:
174points
#10
Spring Time (Tjall)
Final score:
148points
#11
Tiny Boat (Taz)
Final score:
123points
#12
Fragile (Feirefiz)
Final score:
108points
#13
Christmas Nap Time (Feirefiz)
Final score:
107points
#15
The Winter Fairy (Lysander)
Final score:
97points
#16
Trust Me, I'm A Daisy (Tjall)
Final score:
97points
#17
Ho Ho Ho! (Fenrir)
Final score:
91points
#20
Kiwi Or Strawberry? That Is The Question... (Blue Suede Shoes)
Final score:
85points
#21
I Want A Treat (Chlamy)
Final score:
78points
#23
Breakfast Time! (Pagello, Feirefiz And Inoa)
Final score:
78points
#24
The Ballerina (Fenrir)
Final score:
78points
#27
My Apple, Not Yours! (Lysander)
Final score:
76points
TheRubyFalcon 9 years ago
That must be a really tiny apple... Or a big rat! I guess a bigger rat means more furry surface area.
#30
Autumn Leaves (Lillebjörn)
Final score:
71points
#31
Warm Summer Day (Peach)
Final score:
70points
#32
Jingle Bells! (Caprice)
Final score:
67points
#33
Brothers Snuggling (Wait For It, Tasty Cool And Lillebjörn)
Final score:
67points
#34
The Hazelnut Thief (Grimnir)
Final score:
66points
#35
Yummm, Kiwi! (I Can't Remember Her Name... Sorry About That!)
Final score:
61points
In an effort to transform the perception of rats, my photographs showcase their intelligence and social nature. These rodents are often misunderstood, much like the photographer in another detailed project, who demonstrated that their behavior in natural settings can be quite charming.
In particular, you might be interested in how rats can be depicted in surprisingly endearing ways despite prevalent negative stereotypes.
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Diane Özdamar (Post author) 9 years ago
I know right? They almost look like human hands...
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Adriana E. Henricy 9 years ago
they are so lovely! I really like how you put them, they look beyond adorable!
Kane Cheung 9 years ago
They are just like micro doggies, can be trained and super friendly if socialized properly.
Diane Özdamar (Post author) 9 years ago
I know right? They almost look like human hands...
Load More Replies... Adriana E. Henricy 9 years ago
they are so lovely! I really like how you put them, they look beyond adorable!
Kane Cheung 9 years ago
They are just like micro doggies, can be trained and super friendly if socialized properly.
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