Mouse in the House
Posted by michaela day on June 13, 2005
Q: I have caught four field mice they were living in my dads grill. I now have them in a box. I would like to keep them as their mother has run off. I need to know what should I feed them. Their eyes are open and they seem very healthy.
thank you
A: The age of your mice is going to be really important here. If they are old enough to begin solid foods, you may be able to provide enough food to keep them healthy and growing. Their mother's milk is really important for them at first but as they age they will begin to find other foods to eat. I think the best thing you can do is call or go to your local pet store and explain that you have these mice. A pet store probably deals with pet mice and their babies all of the time and will have some really good ideas for you regarding care and foods. Keep in mind too that the babies will probably begin chewing on things so don't keep them in a cardboard box long or you'll find a hole and no mice. Good luck to you on this rescue mission.
John Wiessinger ( June 14, 2005)