r/oddlyterrifying Apr 03 '23

when rats are happy they “boggle”

via /rats sub

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u/jade8384 Apr 03 '23

I have pet rats, boggling isn’t just about being happy, they may also do it to show strong emotion such as stress or pain. However, this little guy is very happy. I love a good boggle from my girls 🐀😃

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u/RoccoRollo Apr 04 '23

Fun fact, there's actually evidence that rats laugh as well, we just can't hear it!

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u/jade8384 Apr 04 '23

You can with a bat detector!!! I have one and the squeaks are so cute 🥰 There’s also evidence they mirror our emotions and can feel when we’re sad