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A famous 2018 video appeared to show a rat standing on its hind legs and "soaping" itself like a human.

Was this a (e.g., about grooming behavior or OCD research)?

Experts from the University of Helsinki clarified that the animal was actually a Pacarana , a larger South American rodent. Rat Washing.txt

They typically start by licking their paws to wash their face and ears , then move to their shoulders, flanks, and tail.

The rodent wasn't "showering" for fun; it was likely trying to remove the soap from its fur, which can be irritating or stressful for rodents. 🐁 Natural Rat Grooming Habits A famous 2018 video appeared to show a

Do you have any other details, like the or the website where you saw it?

Is it a or a humorous text you saw on a forum like Reddit? They typically start by licking their paws to

Only if they are exceptionally dirty, have skin conditions, or to help with introductions of new cage mates.