I have two baby rat girls (both about a month old) as I'm sure some of you know. I'm trying to give them attention every day (although I've only had them for two days now). I know that females are more playful than males but they don't seem to enjoy being picked up at all. They usually just scamper away from me. If I want to hold them I have to sort of catch them first. But I don't want them to run from me every time!
I've tried coaxing them with treats to come into my hand but they don't seem interested in any food I offer. Is there any way to get them a little more willing to play with me or do I just have to keep trying?