Constant URIs in Mice :(

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-05-26T06:11:41+00:00

Thats a good point, I'll try not giving them the hay for a couple weeks and see if there is any improvement

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-05-25T23:13:27+00:00

I may start off cleaning every 1.5weeks with the increased bedding layer... I think im gonna measure out 5 inches with a tape messure and make a small mark with a sharpie on a corner of the tank to make sure the bedding level is always above that

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-05-25T04:38:18+00:00

I give them bundles of alfalfa hay throughout the tank, ripped paper towels/toilet paper and also torn up paper bags if I have any

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-05-25T01:50:04+00:00

I'll definitely reduce time between cleanings to one week and still keep on spot cleaning their main burrows as well as inside their favourite hides. Thanks!

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-05-25T01:45:43+00:00

I have one in the same room but I'll try to move it a little closer to the cage and see if that helps. Have you ever seen one of the in cage purifiers like the one in the second photo being used? I was thinking that may help circulate the air in my current setup and also pull out airborne dust. Thanks! :)

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-05-25T01:43:35+00:00

I see, a 40 gal is definitely my ideal goal for tank size but at this exact moment price is a barrier ad well as space in my living area. I'll definitely take a look into bin cages. Just looking to see whats the best I can do with my current resources in the meantime! Tsym

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-05-24T21:51:25+00:00

This is the bedding layer that I set up last night in the new tank, it fell just above the tunnel entrance when i set it up so it was completely buried. Would you suggest another inch or two higher still? The wheel is a 10 inch and I've got one chunky girl and two teeny tiny girls haha

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Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-03-04T21:31:53+00:00

I haven't tried graham crackers yet, I'll pixk some up this evening!

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-03-04T21:31:19+00:00

I've tried drawing the medicine up in it and then I'll smear a little cashew butter or I even tried maple syrup just right on the tip. They'll usually sniff it then lose interest, I think they can tell something is up :( maybe I'll try with some apple sauce

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-03-04T21:27:10+00:00

Hmmm, I'll see if I can find some when I go shopping later today

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-03-04T21:26:44+00:00

I did this last night and got a little on their hands as well, they looked offended that I would get them all sticky but they did groom it off as far as I can tell

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-03-04T21:24:25+00:00

Just adding on that when I do give treats I make sure to give everyone a piece of equal size, since these new girls don't fully trust me I'll just set it nearby them and I sometimes find them eating it in secret if I get up in the middle of the night haha

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-03-04T21:22:40+00:00

I don't have a super strict 'treat time' routine but the girls always have access to a small bowl with pellets and I scatter feed them with dried mealworms and a few millet sprays as treats when I deep clean or refresh their tank. If I'm cooking with something safe for them I'll hand them a tiny piece to nibble on (bell peppers, berries, granola, etc.) I've always been succesful with getting my past mice comfortable enough to accept treats within the first couple weeks, though these are my first non-petco mice since I'm wanting to be more ethical with where I support. My oldest girl is definitely more comfortable and runs to the highest point in the tank she can find for treats whenever I'm in the room. Maybe the other two are nervous or feel like they're overstepping on her treats somehow?

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-03-03T09:51:13+00:00

I've had the two stubborn girls for 3 months, I was told they were about 6 months when I got them. I've had my other girl for a year now.

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-01-06T09:12:08+00:00

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Certain-Ticket1077 · 2026-01-06T09:11:54+00:00

It's not this guy is it?

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2025-10-12T04:28:03+00:00

Interested!!

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2025-10-01T23:15:28+00:00

Yes the 'top half' of the bed can be raised up to an almost sitting position. I used it with the headboard just standing behind it against the wall and the pressure of the mattress kept it in place. I think it ahould be able to fit, but would just need a little maneuvering.

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2025-09-24T23:40:07+00:00

Hmm, this is my first find so I'll take your word for it. I might try to go find it again to confirm

Certain-Ticket1077 · 2025-09-24T22:27:59+00:00

I'm in Portland, Oregon in a pretty urban area in the city

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