{"id":69896,"date":"2022-04-22T04:00:45","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T04:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T04:00:46","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T04:00:46","slug":"what-cage-is-best-for-mice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/","title":{"rendered":"What cage is best for mice?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#What_cage_is_best_for_mice\" title=\"What cage is best for mice?\">What cage is best for mice?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#How_much_does_a_pet_mouse_cost\" title=\"How much does a pet mouse cost?\">How much does a pet mouse cost?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#How_big_of_cages_do_mice_need\" title=\"How big of cages do mice need?\">How big of cages do mice need?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Is_a_tank_or_cage_better_for_mice\" title=\"Is a tank or cage better for mice?\">Is a tank or cage better for mice?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Is_a_mouse_a_good_pet\" title=\"Is a mouse a good pet?\">Is a mouse a good pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Is_a_mouse_a_good_beginner_pet\" title=\"Is a mouse a good beginner pet?\">Is a mouse a good beginner pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#How_long_do_mice_live_as_pets\" title=\"How long do mice live as pets?\">How long do mice live as pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Do_mice_stink_as_pets\" title=\"Do mice stink as pets?\">Do mice stink as pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Do_mice_need_large_cages\" title=\"Do mice need large cages?\">Do mice need large cages?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Is_a_10_gallon_tank_big_enough_for_a_mouse\" title=\"Is a 10 gallon tank big enough for a mouse?\">Is a 10 gallon tank big enough for a mouse?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Are_tanks_OK_for_mice\" title=\"Are tanks OK for mice?\">Are tanks OK for mice?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#What_type_of_enclosure_is_best_for_mice\" title=\"What type of enclosure is best for mice?\">What type of enclosure is best for mice?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Are_mice_happy_in_a_cage\" title=\"Are mice happy in a cage?\">Are mice happy in a cage?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#How_big_of_a_tank_do_mice_need\" title=\"How big of a tank do mice need?\">How big of a tank do mice need?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Is_it_a_good_idea_to_have_a_pet_mouse\" title=\"Is it a good idea to have a pet mouse?\">Is it a good idea to have a pet mouse?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Is_a_mouse_an_easy_pet\" title=\"Is a mouse an easy pet?\">Is a mouse an easy pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Is_a_mouse_or_rat_a_better_pet\" title=\"Is a mouse or rat a better pet?\">Is a mouse or rat a better pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Can_mice_bond_with_humans\" title=\"Can mice bond with humans?\">Can mice bond with humans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Is_a_mouse_a_good_starter_pet\" title=\"Is a mouse a good starter pet?\">Is a mouse a good starter pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#How_long_do_mouses_live_as_pets\" title=\"How long do mouses live as pets?\">How long do mouses live as pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Are_mice_good_pets\" title=\"Are mice good pets?\">Are mice good pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Do_pet_mice_like_to_be_held\" title=\"Do pet mice like to be held?\">Do pet mice like to be held?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Why_do_mice_only_live_for_2_years\" title=\"Why do mice only live for 2 years?\">Why do mice only live for 2 years?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#How_do_you_keep_pet_mice_from_smelling\" title=\"How do you keep pet mice from smelling?\">How do you keep pet mice from smelling?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-cage-is-best-for-mice\/#Are_pet_mice_smelly\" title=\"Are pet mice smelly?\">Are pet mice smelly?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_cage_is_best_for_mice\"><\/span>What cage is best for mice?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best home for your pet mice is a <b>wire cage with a plastic tray floor. Tanks can be used, but it&#8217;s important that they have ventilation holes in them (as some vivariums do) and a secure wire lid. Avoid deep aquariums as they may not provide the right air flow.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_pet_mouse_cost\"><\/span>How much does a pet mouse cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>between $5 and $10<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_of_cages_do_mice_need\"><\/span>How big of cages do mice need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Mice love to burrow and digging in their substrate is a really important behaviour for them, so the cage needs a good size footprint of <b>at least 65 x 45 cm \/ 25.6 x 17.7 inch, with a nice base tub to hold a thick layer of substrate. However, mice also need to climb, so the cage doesn&#8217;t want to be too low.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_tank_or_cage_better_for_mice\"><\/span>Is a tank or cage better for mice?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Advantages and Disadvantages <b>Aquariums are a good choice for your mouse housing because they are secure &#8212; there are no wires or soft walls to chew on or slip through, and access from the outside is comparably limited.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_mouse_a_good_pet\"><\/span>Is a mouse a good pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Mice are active little creatures and make great pets. Having a pet mouse is quite low maintenance as they are quiet and they don&#8217;t take up a lot of space. They need to be kept in same-sex pairs (preferably littermates) as they are very social and it can be quite entertaining watching them play with one another.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_mouse_a_good_beginner_pet\"><\/span>Is a mouse a good beginner pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Mice are entertaining indoor pets.<\/b><b>They&#8217;re easy to take care of because they create few demands. You can quickly train them to be disciplined and how to handle food while they are still young. Before choosing a pet mouse, however, there are some things you need to know.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_mice_live_as_pets\"><\/span>How long do mice live as pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>2 years<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_mice_stink_as_pets\"><\/span>Do mice stink as pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don&#8217;t Clean the Cage When he can&#8217;t smell himself, his first reaction will be to get busy with the scent glands. As a result, <b>pet mice often stink more immediately after you clean their cage. Instead, let the cage sit for a week or two&#8211;depending on how many mice you haveeven if it&#8217;s a little unpleasant.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_mice_need_large_cages\"><\/span>Do mice need large cages?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A good rule of thumb is that <b>a single mouse needs at least 10 gallons of tank space. For each mouse after that, you should increase the size by 5 gallons. Getting the right size cage will keep them healthy and happy together for longer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_10_gallon_tank_big_enough_for_a_mouse\"><\/span>Is a 10 gallon tank big enough for a mouse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You should never keep a mouse in an aquarium smaller than 10 gallons, but <b>a 10-gallon aquarium can house up to three or four mice. Ideally, you would keep four or five mice in a 15-gallon aquarium, and you would use a 20-gallon aquarium for a group of five or six mice.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_tanks_OK_for_mice\"><\/span>Are tanks OK for mice?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Small pet rodents may be housed in glass aquariums (minimum 10-gallon tank for a hamster or gerbil-sized rodent) as long as the aquarium is well-ventilated with a lockable, escape-proof wire or screen top.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_enclosure_is_best_for_mice\"><\/span>What type of enclosure is best for mice?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The 6 Best Mouse Cages  Reviews 2022<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Ferplast Favola Mouse Cage  Best Overall. Check Price on Chewy.  <\/li>\n<li>Ware Chew Proof Small Animal Cage  Best Value.  <\/li>\n<li>Prevue Pet Products 528 Small Animal Cage  Premium Choice.  <\/li>\n<li>AmazonBasics Small Animal Cage.  <\/li>\n<li>Midwest Critterville Arcade Mouse Cage.  <\/li>\n<li>You  Me Small Animal High Rise Tank Topper.<\/li>\n<p>08-Jan-2022<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mice_happy_in_a_cage\"><\/span>Are mice happy in a cage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most pet rats and mice spend their whole life within their enclosure or their rat cages. While you think it is good for them to keep them safe from the outside world, there are also some psychological and mental effects to them for being kept inside the cage all the time.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_of_a_tank_do_mice_need\"><\/span>How big of a tank do mice need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The minimum size cage for a mouse is <b>18 inches long x 12 inches wide x 12 inches high. For each additional mouse, increase the floor area by half a square foot. The bars on a wire cage should be no more than 1\/4 inch apart mice can squeeze through very small places.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_a_good_idea_to_have_a_pet_mouse\"><\/span>Is it a good idea to have a pet mouse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Mice are active little creatures and make great pets. Having a pet mouse is quite low maintenance as they are quiet and they don&#8217;t take up a lot of space. They need to be kept in same-sex pairs (preferably littermates) as they are very social and it can be quite entertaining watching them play with one another.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_mouse_an_easy_pet\"><\/span>Is a mouse an easy pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Mice are relatively easy to care for, requiring daily feedings and weekly cleanings. Does a mouse like to be held? Certain mice can learn to be comfortable with gentle handling, especially when they&#8217;re handled from a young age.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_mouse_or_rat_a_better_pet\"><\/span>Is a mouse or rat a better pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Mice and rats are both low maintenance, cute pets. However, they do have different needs and personalities. <b>Choose a rat if you&#8217;re looking for a more social, active and clean pet. If you&#8217;re on a budget and want a pet that requires little to no handling, a mouse is your best bet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_mice_bond_with_humans\"><\/span>Can mice bond with humans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to the ILAR Journal, <b>mice can form bonds with humans through the provision of care. In other words, a mouse will bond best with the person who feeds it. However, most mice aren&#8217;t physically affectionate. They may love their owners in some way, but they don&#8217;t express it through touch.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_mouse_a_good_starter_pet\"><\/span>Is a mouse a good starter pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Mice make excellent pets and will show their little personalities and provide lots of laughs. Children need to be taught to handle mice correctly and those under 5 years should be supervised to make sure that they always follow the correct procedure.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_mouses_live_as_pets\"><\/span>How long do mouses live as pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>2 years<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mice_good_pets\"><\/span>Are mice good pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Mice are active little creatures and make great pets. Having a pet mouse is quite low maintenance as they are quiet and they don&#8217;t take up a lot of space. They need to be kept in same-sex pairs (preferably littermates) as they are very social and it can be quite entertaining watching them play with one another.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_pet_mice_like_to_be_held\"><\/span>Do pet mice like to be held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do Pet Mice Like to be Held? <b>Most mice don&#8217;t like to be held. After some time, they will get used to the idea. However, they will likely never enjoy it like some other pets.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_mice_only_live_for_2_years\"><\/span>Why do mice only live for 2 years?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Wild mice live longer than pet mice, but not by much. That is, they live longer in captivity, because in the wild, their average life expectancy is barely 12 months. That&#8217;s because <b>predators, poisoning, lack of food and other dangers severely decrease their chances of making it<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_keep_pet_mice_from_smelling\"><\/span>How do you keep pet mice from smelling?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>People <b>put open boxes of baking soda in their refrigerators to absorb the smells. The same trick works with mice. It wouldn&#8217;t be wise to stick an open box full of powder into the cage with your pet, but after scrubbing and drying, spread a liberal amount of it over the floor. Then put the bedding over that.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_pet_mice_smelly\"><\/span>Are pet mice smelly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With proper adult supervision, mice can make wonderful pets for small children. They are engaging and delightful creatures but, while they&#8217;re relatively low-maintenance pets, mice do require care and attention. <b>Mice can also smell more than other pocket pets like hamsters and gerbils<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What cage is best for mice?How much does a pet mouse cost?How big of cages do mice need?Is a tank or cage better for mice?Is a mouse a good pet?Is a mouse a good beginner pet?How long do mice live as pets?Do mice stink as pets?Do mice need large cages?Is a 10&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-69896","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69896"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=69896"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69896\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=69896"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=69896"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=69896"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}