How to Know if a Pet Mouse Is Right for You

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Learn about the basics of providing a healthy home for mice.. Decide if you can care for at least two mice.. See if you have space for a cage or aquarium of at least two cubic feet.

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Learn about the basics of providing a healthy home for mice.

Step 1

Learn about the basics of providing a healthy home for mice.

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Decide if you can care for at least two mice.

Step 2

Decide if you can care for at least two mice.

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See if you have space for a cage or aquarium of at least two cubic feet.

Step 3

See if you have space for a cage or aquarium of at least two cubic feet.

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Determine if you have the budget to cover initial and ongoing costs.

Step 4

Determine if you have the budget to cover initial and ongoing costs.

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Find a veterinarian near you that offers care for mice.

Step 5

Find a veterinarian near you that offers care for mice.

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Choose a mouse if you want a low-maintenance pet full of personality.

Step 6

Choose a mouse if you want a low-maintenance pet full of personality.

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Be sure you have enough time to dedicate to caring for mice.

Step 7

Be sure you have enough time to dedicate to caring for mice.

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Talk with anyone else who will be caring for the mice with you.

Step 8

Talk with anyone else who will be caring for the mice with you.

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Determine if you will be able to take care of mice for up to 3 years.

Step 9

Determine if you will be able to take care of mice for up to 3 years.

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Make a plan for where to take your mice if you go on vacation.

Step 10

Make a plan for where to take your mice if you go on vacation.

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