CHANGES TO SERVICE - Updated Oct 2012        1)   Please note that at the moment we are not longer offering care to pets who need more than one visit per day.  Unfortunately we know this will especially affect HOLIDAY-TRAVEL DOG SITTING and care of DIABETIC pets.    Depending on your area we *may* be able to offer this service on a limited basis from time to time.   2)   We're happy to re-introduce the daily private dog walk and continue to offer the  15-minute "Outdoor Relief Breaks/Playtime"   3)  NEW SERVICE AREA:  East Vancouver; South-east Vancouver; west Burnaby; Metrotown.       2008 was TheYear of the Rat!       Although domestic rats make fantastic pets, they are NOT a no-maintenance pet.  Please review this brief outline from About.com of some rat-related info. If you are still sure a rat is the pet for you, you will find lots of good information on some YahooGroups, and there are many good websites.  Check around for tried-and-true approaches to care, health, and diet by reviewing several websites.  Books and the website by Debbie Ducommon ("The Rat Lady") and online sources really are the best places to get a good start. Because rats are not commonplace as pets, the is some faulty information available, and LCPS highly recommends contacting other rat owners and rat rescues (see below) for proper information.  Neutering and spaying are recommended, just as with other companion pets like cats and dogs, as are regular vet check-ups.  Please ask ahead to find out if your vet treats pet rats. When adopting a pet rat, I can HIGHLY recommend Little Mischief Rescue who can help match you with just the right furbaby for you!