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Expert Profile: Janell McMorran

Expertise: I am quite knowledgeable on housing, care, genetics, hereditary defects, color identification, breeding practices, socialization, rat rescue situations, raising orphaned babies, trapping feral rats, and basic illnesses and disorders a pet rat is prone to. I can answer any question related to every day circumstances and even those a bit more unusual.

Experience in the area
I'm a hobby breeder and have bred for the public for 3 years. Prior I worked as a PIJAC certified associate for a major pet store chain for 4 years. I currently work as a pet store consultant and web manager.

Organizations
California Association of Rat Enthusiasts, RatSeek.

Education/Credentials
Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council certification in all areas, AP Husbandry

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What do you like about this subject? I found very early in life that i enjoyed the company of animals moreso than people - pets can't tell you what is wrong, so you really have to listen! I think everyone can benefit from learning how to listen, and thats what I enjoy most.

Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 5710
Knowledge	9.86 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.86 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.77 Best of the best
Politeness	9.95 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		100
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		676

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	11/16/08
10	10	10	10	11/15/08
10	10	10	10	11/09/08
10	10	10	10	11/17/08
10	10	10	10	11/08/08

User Comments

Thank you very much! I am glad to know my little one is fine! Have a good day.
(Ashley on 11/16/08)

Thank You So Much. I feel alot better getting help from someone who knows what they are talking about!!!
(Tash on 11/15/08)

Thank you for your help! It's been a long weekend, and Razi is on new meds from the vet :)
(Heather on 11/17/08)

Thanks So Much! This was exactly the information i was looking for. Also thx for the quick reply i dont know what i would have done if I didnt get
(Alex on 11/08/08)

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Recent Answers from Janell McMorran

2008-11-16 My rat is getting extremely fat in her belly just here recently: Hi Jessica, I'm so sorry it took me a few days to get back to you. I wanted adequate time to respond appropriately. In my experience, distended tummies and signs of urinary issues are not a good thing...

2008-11-15 Color and kind of ears baby rattie: Great picture! Looking at these babies I'd say your lighter babies - the less golden - could still end up himalayan ... himis start white/off white and develop points. However your more golden babies look...

2008-11-14 Color and kind of ears baby rattie: That's an odd angle but I'd say the baby looks dumbo (her ears are even with and slightly below her eyeline, yes? If yes, they're dumbo. If it's above the eyes, standard). As for the color, my guess is...

2008-11-14 extremely shy rat: She may eventually get better; it'll just take work. Just keep handling her and being very gentle and calm. I'm a big advocate of letting them pick when they want to be held; so if you're ok with her just...

2008-11-11 bullying: That's a dominant/submissive behavior, for sure, but it doesn't sound like they're hurting each other. Do you know how old they are? Usually right around puberty (4 to 8 months) they do this and eventually...