National Rat Day 2025. Despite its name, national pack rat day isn’t a holiday that encourages people to pile more stuff into their closets, garages, or storage rooms. World rat day is observed next on friday, april 4th, 2025 (307 days from today).

Read about how to care for them so you are prepared for your new pet! Yes, we know rats are intelligent and make good pets, but if you ever have a rat infestation, you’ll be glad that this occupation still exists.