Eli5: Why do domesticated rats have such different fur patterns and colors when compared to Wild rats?

Question

Eli5: Why do domesticated rats have such different fur patterns and colors when compared to Wild rats?

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Answer 1

I saw a documentary once where they selectively bred foxes and they started to develop different color patterns and fur textures. It might be selective breeding.

Answer 2

I saw a documentary once where they selectively bred foxes and they started to develop different color patterns and fur textures. It might be selective breeding.