Wondering Why Do Baby Mice Chirp or Squeak? Is it crying or calling? well, Baby mice chirp to communicate with their parents and other baby mice. They may also be communicating with predators. In this article, we’ll find out why they are chirping and what their different meanings might be. This article provides an answer…
When you take care of a baby mouse you have to keep it in an open container so it has plenty of fresh air. Baby mice are able to open their eyes shortly after hatching but not much else for about two weeks. It’s very important that the mouse is not exposed to light until…
Most people know that mice can cause serious bodily harm in a few minutes. They may not know, however, how to avoid getting bitten and why their mouse might be more likely to bite. In this article, we’ll discuss the top reasons for a mouse biting – and how to avoid them. Most people report…
Do Mice Like Cold and Dark Places? Do Rats like air conditioning? Are rodents naturally afraid of cold temperatures? In this article, we will explore how a scientific study was conducted to answer that very question. Mice probably don’t like cold weather, but some people might think otherwise. Do mice like cold rooms?” is the…
Mice are a tricky little pest that can eat through your clothes, undo stitches, and much more. If you want to stop mice from eating your clothes, be sure to follow these tips from this blog article. If you’re looking for a quick and easy solution to keep mice out of your clothes, these creative…
What do rats fear most? What are rats afraid of? Rats are typically thought to be feared because of the harmful disease they carry – but did you know that rats can also be frightened of other rats? Rats are afraid of other rats for a variety of reasons, including competition for food and territory.…
Wondering; Do Pet Mice Stink? Are there easy DIY ways to get rid of mouse and Rat Smell? This article will help you to avoid any unpleasant animal smells in your home, and also show you how to get rid of them if they do start to build up. Sometimes, the warning signs are right…
Many pet owners wonder if leaving their pet rats alone for a weekend is okay. While rats are social animals that thrive on interaction with their owners, leaving them alone for short periods may be necessary due to work or travel commitments. The answer to whether or not you can leave your pet rats alone…
Rat terminology include: Rat Terminology Agouti The wild color of rats. It appears brown from a distance but the color is caused by bands of color on the individual hairs. Alleles: Variations of a gene. Altricial: Being helpless, blind, and hairless at birth. (Opposite of precocious.) Barbering: When a rat pulls out his own fur…
When should we start weaning baby rats? What steps should we take to wean baby rats and get them started on lab blocks? I start weaning baby rats at about 3-4 weeks. You don’t want to wean rats from their mother completely because they will still need to get vital nutrition from her but you…
Often times, people bunch rats and mice into one category but there are some key things that make them different. Pet Rat vs Pet Mice Genetic differences – Norway rats have 22 chromosome pairs while mice have 20. Rats have 2.75 million base pairs while mice have 2.6 million. (Rat Genome Sequencing Consortium 2004) Growths…
I was an owner of seven different hamsters in my life. I got my first hamster when I was probably 9 and it kept going from there. Differences Between Pet Rat and Pet Hamster Owning a hamster versus owning a rat is very different. Not only is their care and needs different but their personalities…