Pet Mice

Mice, like most rodents, are considered pests by many homeowners who take every measure to ensure they don’t become a problem in their household. Domesticated mice, however, have become popular...

Like most rodents, a healthy mouse needs very little grooming because they continually clean themselves by licking and combing their fur. They are happier living in groups, and it's part of their...

So your pet mouse had babies, and you can’t house five more mice. You need get rid of the babies, but you want them to end up as pets, not as snake food. Learn to take the right steps to make sure...

Feeding your pet mouse is not demanding. There is very little preparation and hardly anytime involved. A nice assortment of nourishing dry foods, treats, chews and vegetables are available for...

Know your mouse. Any change in behavior or physical appearance needs attention. These indicators often mean your mouse is ill. Many health issues aren't serious, but some require veterinarian...

Like most rodents, a healthy mouse needs very little grooming because they continually clean themselves by licking and combing their fur. Your pets will be happier living in groups, and it's part...

Having a pet mouse is enjoyable. Yet, like other animal friends we might own, some house cleaning is always necessary. A few short daily and weekly tasks will ensure a good living environment for...

People love to show off the tricks their pets can do and pet mice owners are no exception. Training a pet mouse takes a lot of patience but pet mice can learn tricks in about 2 weeks. Anyone with...

Think Mickey, Minnie and Stuart Little and it's no wonder buying a pet mouse is so popular. These cute creatures are easy to care for and offer several years of enjoyment. Choosing one is easy and...

Mice are easy to breed, all you have to do is find the right combination of male and female mice and within a short time you'll be counting the babies.

Mice need stimulation to remain healthy, but not from being chased by your cat! Store-bought toys are readily available; however, you pet mouse is just as happy with items found in your house....

Once you've added a pet mouse to your household, you want to provide the best care possible for your new little friend. Purchasing the required housing, water bottle, food dish, food and toys is...

Taking care of a mouse seems like hard work, but it really isn't. A lot of caring for mice is common sense. The rest of it is really just caring about your mouse enough to ensure it is safe,...

A pet mouse (Mus musculus domesticus) is a domesticated breed of the common mouse (Mus musculus.) They also are known as "fancy" or "feeder" mice and have been intentionally bred as pets in Europe...

You can raise mice for various reasons. One is for pets. A second is to provide a source of food for snakes and other carnivorous pets. The third reason to raise mice is for sale. You will differ...

Mice are aggravating creatures that can invade your home and really take over! Often, what we think is "that pesky mouse" is actually a family of mice. Although it's difficult, you CAN get rid of...

Mice are very docile and friendly rodents that can make wonderful pets. They are also inexpensive to purchase and low maintenance, requiring very little care. Unfortunately they do have a short...

Domestic mice make enjoyable pets, as they are cute and clever and relatively easy to care for. There are several options for housing pet mice including wire cages, glass or plastic tanks and...

If you keep pet mice, then you're probably aware of the diseases that mice can carry. Although not as susceptible to infection as rats, mice can still carry a range of potentially deadly diseases...

Cute, social, active fancy mice make good household pets. But when you head out of town, taking them with you probably isn't an option. Don't worry. With a little planning and a few precautions,...