Pixie the Rats First Post!

 

Hello! My name is Pixie and this my first post made by my human, Lindsey! 

1. What was your initial impression of rats before our lab last week?

• My initial impression of rats before last week was that I did not really care for rats. They are kind of gross and I relate them to not so clean environments within our society. 

2. Were you able to hold a rat last week?  

• Yes, my partner and I were able to hold our rat. 

3. How often have you been in to hold your rat since then?

• We have held our rat about 3 times since we initially met it on the first day of lab. 

4. Has your impression of rats changed?  Why or why not?

• My impression of rats have not changed much yet. I guess that is because I have only seen my rat for a few minutes at a time. I think my impression of the rat may change overtime once we begin our training. 

5. What did you decide to name your rat and why did you pick this name?

• My partner, DD and I decided to name our rat Pixie. We don't have a specific reason for picking her name. We found the idea on the internet and thought that it was cute and matched her since she is an Albino rat.