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Anonymous
Hey. I have a rat, and he is kind of a dick. All bitey and scary. How do I get him to be less of a dick? He's about a year old.
>> Anonymous
Get him a friend.
>> Anonymous
Don't be afraid of him. Get him a friend. Give it a bit of time if he's new. If he hasn't gotten better, forced socialization is always an option, though you can't wuss out of it if you start. Google it if necessary.

Basically it's handling the rat despite his being scared/biting/etc till he calms down. Usually takes around 20 minutes, then he'll poop on you and become docile and submissive. It is a bit stressful for both you and the rat but can work wonders with problem rats.
>> Anonymous
wear gloves when handling to reduce bity and scratchy pain. also a friend is good. is rat male or female?