This article is from the Spring 1997 AFRMA Rat & Mouse Tales news-magazine.

By Nichole Royer

Fancy Rat or Mouse:

• A rat or mouse that is not plain
• A rat or mouse bred especially for highly desirable qualities
• A rat or mouse which is of particular excellence or highest grade

Rat or Mouse Fancier:

• A person who breeds rats or mice for specific qualities and points of excellence
• A person who has a special enthusiasm or interest in rats or mice
• A person who actively participates in the exhibition and promotion of rats or mice

Rat and Mouse Fancy:

• The sport and pursuit of breeding and showing rats and mice