2004 Show Results

Show Regulations

The Rat Fanciers Society held its first show on Saturday, July 5th, 1997. People came from all over Melbourne, some to enter their rats in events and some just to see what happens at a rat show.

Since then, we have begun showing our Fancy Rats at many Agricultural Society shows and pet expo's around the Melbourne area.

We have classes for all sorts of rats, according to their colour and pattern. There are also different classes for novices when people are happy to have them. We've come a long way from small private meetings in friends' garages, but our shows and gatherings remain friendly, sociable and a great time to meet other rat and mouse enthusiasts, catch up with friends and see lots of beautiful rats and mice.

Show Standards FAQ

Agouti Based Standards

Non Agouti Based Standards

Patterned Standards

All marked rats are to be entered in the marked section, regardless of colour, and all self rats are to be entered in their specific color section.

Junior entries must be present at 9:30am and 11.00am for Seniors. Only entries from non members will be accepted on the day, unless exceptional circumstances prevent members from submitting their entries to the Judging Representative. Members must have entries in no later than Wednesday prior to the show. Judging starts at 10am sharp.

Entry Costs:

Members: $2 per rat.

Non-Members: $4 per rat.

All Exhibitors or designated carers must supervise their pets at all times. It is not acceptable to leave your pets unsupervised, without notifying the Chief Steward.

To enter your rats at one of the listed shows, or for more information please email the

AusRFS Judging Representative

Or call

(03) 9440 7710

(03) 9775 9651

Show cages are available for $35 dollars.