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Free expert advice for pet mouse and mice owners

How many mice should you keep? What are the ingredients of a good quality mouse diet? (Spoiler alert: not cheese). Jump into our advice articles to find the answers, and more!

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There’s so much to discover on our website about keeping your mice happy and healthy. Here are just some of our most popular articles…

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Your mouse's health: what to look out for

When it comes to your mice and their health, there are a few things to look out for to make sure they’re happy and healthy. Here we’ve listed the key factors to consider as your mouse enters their senior years.
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How many mice should you keep?

You should keep your mice in pairs or small groups of females or neutered males and females. They are very sociable little animals who thrive in the company of others. Here we look at how to introduce your mice to each other and what to look out for when it comes to a successful mix.
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What to feed your mice

Mice need the right foods to live a happy, healthy life. But what should be on the menu for your furry friends? We have the answers!
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How to handle your mice

Mice are the acrobats of the mammal world, full of energy and eager to learn and investigate. They can become very friendly and easy to handle and enjoy coming out of their cage.

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Our mice care guide

Want to give your mice the best care possible? Our expert guide covers everything you need to know, from diet and housing, to health and enrichment.

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