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Mouse

Mouse sneezing and wheezing

Respiratory illness in mice has two main causes. Either it is similar to asthma, and is caused by allergies or reactions to bedding etc., or it is caused by a contagious virus or bacteria. The former case is often not serious, but unfortunately the latter is.
A common cause of chronic respiratory illness in mice and [...]

Bring pet mouse to the vet

Yes! Firstly, if a mouse is suffering then its owner is just as obliged to deal with that suffering as she would be for a dog or cat.
Mice feel their pain just as intensely as larger, more expensive pets. Secondly, a good vet can cure a lot of mouse problems, and a consultation need not [...]

Mouse diarrhea

This is often caused by the mouse eating more green food than it is accustomed to. Common culprits are things like lettuce, cabbage and broccoli.
Nerves can also cause diarrhea in the short term, but this should only occur when the mouse is being handled/upset. On other occasions it will be caused by bacteria (ie food [...]

Mouse eye problem

Crusty or discharging, runny eyes are often caused by conjunctivitis, or by some respiratory-related infections. Wounds to the eye itself can include puncture wounds, where the eyeball has been damaged by sharp objects, or even a piece of hay.
In either event, veterinary attention is needed; antibiotic eye ointment is often highly effective. If you suspect [...]

Mouse Tumor

Unless you are 100% certain that the mouse has a tumor, ask your vet to check. Sometimes abscesses are mistaken for tumors, and prompt treatment could be important. Mice are prone to mammary tumors, which occur most commonly in the armpit, along the sides and on the abdomen, and sometimes on the back of the [...]

Effects of Estrogen

The reason that spaying reduces the incidence of both mammary and pituitary tumors is related to hormone levels. Estrogen stimulates the growth and activity of pituitary cells when not counteracted by progesterone. As female rats grow older and reach menopause their progesterone levels drop very low, which allows the estrogen to act more strongly on [...]

Housing and Hygiene for Sick Mouse and Rat

A moderately sick mouse or rat should be left with his cage mates for comfort and companionship. Severely ill mice or rats should be removed from a cage with other mice or rats to lower their stress level. Move a very sick mouse or rat into a 10-gallon aquarium and place it where you will [...]

Keeping mouse

Pros :-
Mice are pretty much the smallest rodents kept as pets and are also among the least expensive. While a 10 gallon aquarium will hold a single hamster or a pair of gerbils, a small colony of mice can be kept in one, particularly if one goes to move than one level. Mice are also [...]

Sick mouse

Losing Hair: Could be old age, or it could have rubbed its fur against something sharp. If it’s scratching the spots, then it is most likely mites. Call your nearest small animal vet, and they will prescribe some mite medicine. Update: It could also be ringworm: a fungus that grows on the fur. It is [...]

Mouse care

It is quite easy to take care of mice. Washing of food bowl and water drinking bottle are daily routines which must be done. Warm water can be used for bathing them. Slight shampoo could be used, do remember to rinse the solution off carefully.
Mice are usually very clean and tidy animals and usually have [...]

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