Neuty, the celebrated pet nutria “was getting pretty antsy” during his national television debut, according to his keeper, Myra Lacoste. To prevent the 22-pound rodent from squirming in her husband ...

METAIRIE, La. — Nutrias can get a bad rap because they're known as the rodents that destroy our marshes, but one Bucktown family says the nutria they rescued has grown into a 'spoiled rotten' local ...

METAIRIE, La. — The Lacoste family said they are, "beyond devastated," after state authorities arrived at their Metairie business Thursday night to take away their 22-pound pet nutria. The 2-year-old ...

A large invasive species that resembles a beaver is damaging ecosystems in over a dozen US states. Nutria, native to South America, were introduced to the US in the late 1800s for their fur. The ...

Small, furry, and full of personality, rodent pets have captured the hearts of animal lovers worldwide. Whether you’re considering bringing home your first pocket pet or you’re a seasoned rodent ...

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said Americans should hunt and cook nutrias, an invasive species found in marshy areas, to help curb their population. By Simon J. Levien The U.S. Fish and Wildlife ...

JUST LIKE WE LIKE WATCHING TV. MICE, RATS, HAMSTERS, AS WELL AS ONE CHINCHILLA AND IN TOTAL WE TOOK IN 363 OF THESE SMALL ANIMALS. CRITTER JITTERS ARE REAL FOR ME. I ONCE HAD A BABYSITTING JOB WITH A ...

Rodents are fascinating little creatures that provide hours of entertainment. They are easy to care for – and most love interacting with their owners. One of the downsides to keeping rodents as pets ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — This week is Rodent Awareness Week, a time dedicated to discussing the potential hazards caused by wild rodents and how you can better protect your house. As the temperatures dip ...