Rat owners often notice their pets "laughing".
It's hard to believe that pet rats can laugh just like humans do, but what are those sounds, then?
Let's find out.
They don't laugh like humans
Pet rats do not possess the ability to laugh in the same way that humans do.
Laughter in humans is a complex social behavior linked to various emotional and cognitive processes.
They use laughter to communicate
While rats are intelligent and social animals, they have their unique ways of communicating and expressing emotions.
Rats do emit various vocalizations that serve different purposes in their social interactions.
For example, they may produce high-pitched sounds called "bruxing" or "chirping" when they are content or relaxed.
These vocalizations are often associated with positive experiences and can be considered a form of communication between rats.
Pay attention to body language
While rats may display behaviors that we find amusing or engaging, it's not accurate to equate those behaviors to human laughter.
If you're interested in understanding your pet rat's behavior better, observe their body language, social interactions, and the sounds they make.
This can help you establish a stronger bond with your pet and provide appropriate care and enrichment to ensure their well-being.
