Pet Mice

Mice can make wonderful pets but there are some things you should know before getting one... or two... or more. A complete guide to their care, handling, welfare and other information.

How I took care of three blind baby mice and how you can do it too. Instructions and the story of the time I cared for baby mice.

Most mouse owners find their pets hesitant to socialize. If you use this short list of techniques, you should be able to make your mouse feel safe, social, and affectionate.

If you've been caught off guard by a pet mouse pregnancy, taking care of them doesn't have to be difficult. Having recently experienced this, I chronicled my actions. I offer a step-by-step list of suggestions for properly receiving new pets into this world.

A guide to health problems pet mice can suffer from along with treatment options and outlook. Like with any other pet, mice are no exception to health risks, many illness are treatable.

Anatomically speaking, mice are harmless. In most cases, they won't attempt to bite you unless threatened and, even then, they are unlikely to cause much damage. Here's how to fight your fear of mice!

Little mice can have big problems: colds, flu, allergies, mites, even cancer.

Pet mouse odor can easily be reduced using a few cheap and simple methods. Certain products available at pet stores can eliminate smells from the cage, and by cleaning carefully on a regular schedule you can stop your mouse from marking territory with his scent.

Pet stores contradict themselves when selling mice; they are social animals, but if you put them together they will fight. Mouse psychology is complex, and their various instincts sparks conflict between them from time to time. With the proper understanding, you can tell whether your mice need to live together or if they're in danger of hurting each other.

Pet mice may get lonely if they live alone, but they may fight if a new mouse shows up in their territory. After successfully introducing three adult male mice, I created a list of things of suggestions for anyone else who might need to do this.