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I want to take a moment here and express my overwhelming thanks to the many listed here, that took the time to share photos, case histories, knowledge, and experience in caring for the health of their beloved rats.
Thanks to my colleagues for their help with proofing these many pages, their added wisdom, and support.
And thanks to all those wonderful Vets that took the time from busy schedules to review the Rat Health Guide and approve or add to the wealth of information here. What would we ever do without your loving care of the many precious ratties in need?

Joanne “Bella” Hodges of “Bellaratta’s Nest Rattery,” and the FRMCA chapter, for contribution of artwork, photos and case studies, and her hours of help and support with this project.

Kristin Johnson, of “Wererat’s Lair,” for her help with coding, design, photo contribution and case study, and hours of proofreading.

Mary Ann Isaksen (Mare), Founder of the National RMCA for sharing her vast knowledge of rats, photos and case studies, and her continuing support.

Carol Himsel-Daly DVM, and author of Rats (A complete Pet Owner’s Manual), for her supportive words when I took on this project.

Dr. Richard Mackinnis, DVM of South Seminole Animal Hospital in Fern Park Florida for his many contributions to this project.

Dr. C. Brown, DVM, South Seminole Animal Hospital.

Carolyn Sekela RN, Kathy Callahan RN, Sue Fischer RN, my colleagues and friends.

Charlene M. Crain, MBA, BSMT (ASCP), for providing histology results on many cases included in this guide, and Dr. Greg Rich, DVM, at West Esplanade Veterinary Hospital.

Al and Robyn Arthur and Dr Larissa Ladyko B.V.Sc, for their photos and case history contributions to this guide.

Virginia Simpson, of “Virginia’s Rat Page,” for her words of wisdom in the care of rats.

Sandra Beasley, of “Sandra Beasley and the Spaz Rats,” for her encouragement and suggestions when the Medication Guide was just getting started on KuddlyKorner4u (look how far its come since its inception, Sandra!).

Dr. Peter Field B.V.S.C. (Hons.) M.A.C.V.Sc.
Member of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists by examination in Canine Medicine
Veterinary Physician and Surgeon
Everton Hills Veterinary Surgery, Everton Hills, Brisbane Qld, Australia

Lene Jorgensen and Owner of Rat Angelus
Mrs Louise Dux, Certified Laboratory Animal Technician
Anne Hanson, Ph.D. of http://www.ratbehavior.org
Nathalie Baldwin of “RatRaisins, Inc”
Missy of ” Raisin’ Rats Rattery”
Sandy Marshall
Melissa Pandajis
Marie Hibl
Zoo Tribe Rattery
Kat Becton
Ann and Emma of “Rock-a-Bye Ratties ”
Jane Adamo
Andrea March
Heather Keith
Heide Walsh
Bigi
Mousini’s Planet
E. Brooks of “Spoiled Ratten Rattery ”
Janet and “Snowy”
Janice Dean and “Petey”
Julia (joolzratbag)
Jacinta Sousa
Shelagh Hall
Paige Anderson and Veterinarian: Dr. Bogan, DVM Banfield Veterinary Hospital in Waterford Lakes Orlando FL.

Dr. Mimi Ehrlich , Ajax Animal Hospital , Ajax, Ontario Canada
http://www.ajaxanimalhospital.com/index.php?view=pageView&pageid=43

Vanessa Pisano, DVM; VC North Springs Animal Hospital, FL

Kelly J Walsh

Thank you all!

Posted on June 20, 2003, 15:49, Last updated on April 21, 2008, 17:50 | Reference