Again, why they are called 'dress-up-pets' not just 'dress-up-rats' ..A parody so Im in my rights here :p The main difference between this and the Rat is that this one has a short stubby tail.. Click here to learn how to make your own hamster, this product is derivable! Just follow the steps with this product substituted for the 'WaltzingMouse DressUP Rat'