posted 11-03-2003 12:00 PM         

Unfortunately the previous rat doesn't seem to like the new one, and I have a feeling I know why.

It's not right in the head. I'm thinking it might be a nervous disorder, but the new one (who I am calling Seven) is having trouble standing and instead falls over on it's side. It doesn't close its eyes and seems to hold it's head to one side. ( I believe it's the left side). Her motor skills are lacking and her senses are seeming to lack as well. She doesn't really touch food or water.

So, after my room mate left today I heard Six (the first rat) harassing Seven. When I went in there Seven was on her back and Six was biting at her. I pulled out Seven and put her in a 10 gallon tank with a towel which goes into a small box, and a sock. Also some food and water.