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Question
i don't know if you know about rats but if you do what does it meen if they have a hunchback?

Answer
Unless it's something that's has appeared suddenly/over a relatively short period of time, it's probably just how your rat looks naturally.  If it's a Dumbo rat, the hunch is ususally more apparent.  However, if this is something that has just started or has gotten worse, she may have a tumor and need to go to the vet to get it removed.

Good luck and let me know if you need anything else,
~Lauren