All About Mice: The Ultimate Care Guide
Mice are small, intelligent, and highly active rodents that make great pets for those who enjoy interactive and curious animals. They are social creatures with unique personalities and can form strong bonds with their owners. If you’re considering getting a pet mouse, here’s everything you need to know!
Are Mice Right for You?
Mice are fantastic pets for those who appreciate their playful and inquisitive nature. They require daily care, social interaction, and a well-enriched environment to thrive. With proper care, pet mice can live for 1.5 to 3 years, bringing plenty of joy to their owners.
Housing your Mice
Mice need a secure, well-ventilated cage with plenty of space to move and explore. A wire cage with a solid base or a large glass tank with a mesh lid is ideal. Provide deep bedding, such as paper-based materials or aspen shavings, for burrowing. Enrichment items like tunnels, wheels, and climbing structures will keep them entertained.
Diet & Nutrition
A balanced diet for mice includes high-quality mouse pellets, fresh vegetables, and occasional treats such as seeds, grains, and small amounts of fruit. Avoid sugary or processed foods, as well as anything toxic to rodents, such as onions, garlic, and chocolate. Fresh water should always be available in a bottle or dish.
Socialisation & Enrichment
Syrian hamsters prefer to live alone, while some dwarf species can coexist in pairs under careful supervision. Daily interaction and gentle handling help hamsters become comfortable with their owners. Providing chew toys, tunnels, and interactive playtime will keep them mentally and physically stimulated.
Health & Care
Mice are generally hardy but should be monitored for signs of illness, including weight loss, lethargy, or respiratory issues. Their teeth continuously grow, so providing chew toys is essential to prevent dental problems. Regular cage cleaning is also important to maintain their health and prevent odors.
Food & Treats
We have a wide range of nutritious food & treats for all of your small animals
Toys & Enrichment
Find the perfect toys & enrichment to keep you furry little friends entertained all day long.
Hutches & Cages
We have suitable Hutches & Cages for indoors or outdoors.
Straw & Hay
We have an ever growing selection of straw, hay & bedding, to keep your fluffy friends safe, warm and healthy.
Grooming
We have a large selection of small animal grooming and accessories.
Some of our trusted brands for our Small Animals
Just a few of the trusted brands we stock in our stores.
