My daughters friend bought a mouse in a pet shop because it was labelled snake food, but when she got home she didn’t want it, so my daughter said she’d take him. She’s not allowed pets where she lives, and has regular inspections, so last night he (?) came to live with me. I’ve had lots of small pets, but never a mouse, so would love advice. I’ve bought him a three story cage with narrow bars. It has a little house in. He has sawdust and bedding but no toys. I’ve been reading and learned that they like to live in groups. Is it ok to buy from a different litter? Would it matter that he’s approximately 2 weeks older? I’ve been told he’s a boy, but how do I check? Is there anything that mice like to play with? The cage came with a wheel, but my daughter said he was scared of it, so she threw it away. Do they like balls, like hamsters? Are they nocturnal? Daughter says he seems to prefer the dark. I just want to give him a happy life, after a rubbish start.
Please don’t slate me for getting a pet before researching. I’m reading things online but thought someone might have some advice for me.