Learn more about keeping mice as pets. Pet mice can be a wonderful choice of pet for people with small spaces and children who love them.
Adorably enough, a group of mice is called a ‘mischief.’ Mice are group animals, and will groom, play, etc. You’re unlikely to find one that doesn’t belong to its own, and there are about a dozen to two dozen mice in each mischief. Are Mice Sociable With Each Other? Mice are highly sociable creatures, with […]
If you have a small space but you’re looking for a pet, mice are great. They are social, easy to train and don’t make big messes. Before you buy a mouse, you should know how much you’ll be spending on them. How much does it cost to buy a mouse? The upfront costs and monthly […]
Mice have large front teeth, and they look like they can do quite a bit of damage. You know you should be taking your mouse out of their cage every so often, but can you risk it? Do pet mice bite? No, a pet mouse will not bite. They are incredibly friendly animals and want […]
Getting a cage ready for your mouse is a pretty big deal. You will want to keep them warm, clean, and give them somewhere to nestle into. Let’s take a look at aspen bedding. Is aspen bedding safe for mice, and it is easy to clean? Aspen bedding is safe for mice and is relatively […]
Ludo is a beige pet mouse. You can find him nibbling away on a whole roasted almond on YouTube. He’s a cute little guy who’s happy and content to munch away on his almond that appears roasted. I came across this video when I was looking for more information on the types of nuts that […]
With so many different options for bedding material available it’s often a little confusing. Trying to balance cost against the best product for your mouse can be tricky. We all want the best for our pets but also need to work within a budget for the cost of their care. So, is there a cheap […]
Mice can make great pets. They are friendly, social, and active little creatures. With proper attention, they can be with you for about 3 years. Let’s look at 10 things that you’ll need when you buy pet mice. Balanced Diet Your mice will need food Your mice will need a variety of food to stay […]
Mummy I want a pet mouse! Is probably the words most parents don’t want to hear when they ask their child what pet would they like to have. But over the past few years pet mice have become a very popular choice when it somes to small pets. Possible made popular by one or two […]
A small and cute pet mouse can be a highly entertaining pet, and you can spend hours watching them play if you create a wonderful place for them to live. These little rodents are not loved by everyone but find a place in many peoples hearts. Pet mice very sociable pets and love to be […]
Pet mice are shy creatures that make fun pets once they get used to you. Mice exhibit behaviors that almost mimic human social dynamics. Their bodily reactions to different stimuli are also almost similar to humans. That may be one of the reasons they make great pets. If you’re going to keep mice as pets […]
As a first-time pet owner, learning your pet’s habits can be an uphill task. Whether you are a cat parent or you keep a dog, pet care is a learning curve. Some pet owners deal with excess fur while others have to deal with pungent smells. Pet mice are big culprits when it comes to […]
Are you a cat person or a dog person? That’s the question most people ask when they ask about pets. But if you really want to set up an interesting conversation about pets, ask somebody what they think about having a pet mouse. Pet mice are fun little creatures when they’re kept as pets. They’re […]
Pet mice are such lovely little friends, aren’t they? It is such a delight watching them nibble on their food. However, mice have sensitive digestive systems. It is crucial that as a pet owner, you be watchful of what you feed your pet mouse. Mice are omnivorous. Meats and plants are both fair game in […]
If you have a pet mouse or pet mice, then you probably want to know what to feed them. You can and should purchase pet food in order to meet their nutritional needs. However, many pet owners also like providing a variable diet to their mice. This often brings up the question about which foods […]
There is plenty of company out of doors for wild mice. They have no reason to come inside looking for more. Rather, wild mice are attracted to homes in their quest for shelter, food, and somewhere safe from predators, where they can live. So we ask the question… Do pet mice attract wild mice into […]
One of the most important aspects of a mouse cage is the spacing between the bars. To keep your mouse secure, the bar spacing should be no more than ¼ inch. This is just enough to allow them to see and breathe freely. When the bars are placed too far apart, mice find themselves able […]
You doubtless know that some animals hibernate. Lesser-known is the ability of some animals to go into torpor. This is a ‘deep-sleep,’ much like hibernation, but short-term. What is torpor in mice? We’ll explain! Some animals will go into torpor as much as a few times today. The purpose of torpor is to allow animals […]
Many animals hibernate: bees, bats, bears, skunks, and more. Mice are not one of them. They are energetic year-round! In fact, the activities of mice don’t change much in the wintertime at all. They still forage for food, explore, find mates, and raise young. To warm up, they return frequently to a special, warmly-made burrow. […]
You have probably seen mice at pet stores before and wondered if mice as pets are a good idea?. A lot of these are what are called “feeder mice”, which means they are bred to feed other animals at the store. These mice, while still cute, do not compare to Fancy Mice, which are bred […]
Mice make popular pets for many reasons. They are cute to look at, soft to pet, fun to play with, and, when they feel safe, mice will even interact socially. Mice get along well with people and their own kind when you pair them properly. In this article, we discuss 11 facts why you should keep […]
When it comes to our mice, we all love nothing more than to treat them. Be it with lots of love and cuddles, toys, or tasty tidbits of food, we just can’t resist spoiling them. This often, however, is not a good thing despite our best intentions. The foods that they love and we give […]
Mice make exceptional pets, especially for those families who may be limited in space. They are cute, friendly, tiny bundles of fun which will give you hours and hours of enjoyment. This includes watching them scurrying around their cage and petting them whilst taking them out for exercise. But, how careful should you be whilst […]
For many people the question ‘do mice live alone?’ will probably be one that they just wouldn’t ask. After all, mice are thought of by many as nothing more than vermin that they’d rather not think about at all. This isn’t, however, the case for everyone as mice have become a rather popular pet. Do […]
If you have ever seen or kept a mouse, you may have noticed that they seem to spend an awful lot of their time sniffing at their surroundings. Be it on their hind legs whilst twitching their whiskers, or just roaming around in their cages, their nose is always active. However, do mice have a […]