FANCY MOUSE
Mice can be fun to watch and some will even learn basic tricks. They can grow up to 3" and live 1-2 years.
HABITAT AND CARE
DIET
CONTACT A VET IF:
House your mice in a cage at least 12x12x12" with multiple levels. Do not place cage in direct sunlight. They prefer low humidity with temperatures between 65-75 degrees F. Cover the bottom with paper bedding or shavings (cedar shavings are not recommended). Spot clean and change the bedding monthly. You should have plastic hide houses to play and chew on. Each mouse should have its own water bottle, food bowl and exercise wheel. They can be territorial.
Feed your mice pelleted food daily. This is 75% of their diet. 20% of their diet includes fresh veggies every other day. Remove leftovers after a few hours. The rest of their diet includes once a week fruits such as apple banana or melon. Remove leftovers after a few hours.
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you notice cloudy, sunken, or swollen eyes
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overgrown front teeth
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bare patches of fur
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lethargy
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weight loss; not eating or drinking normally
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sneezing; discharge from eyes, nose, or mouth
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diarrhea or discolored droppings