You will find basic seed mixes sold at the supermarket or a pet shop. Many people simply give this mix, and it is sufficient to keep a mouse happy. However, I like to add a few things to make the mix more interesting, and a little healthier and more balanced.
A complete balanced diet its what theyre fed in research labs, which is why theyre called lab blocks! Many people swear by them, as it means the mice cant pick and choose what they want out of their mix. They are also a bit boring. If you want to use lab blocks, your mice will especially enjoy some variation in their treats and fresh food, as outlined below. There are various brands of lab blocks out there, some good brands to try if you can find them in your area are McManus Cummins, Laucke Mills, or Norco.
I’ve previously posted here and identified myself as a first-time owner, which is accurate; however, this worries me since I’ve never heard of it and I think there might be a problem. Please correct me if Im wrong.
I have a friend who breeds mice. He breeds them, not for pets, so perhaps it doesn’t matter as much since they are still raised for food, but he gives them bird seed. such as mixed seeds that include wheat, Milo, sunflower seeds, and various nuts Although the mouse seems to be getting a little bit of everything, I also feed my mice fruits and vegetables. I feel like its a bit unusual. Should I worry, or is it okay if he feeds them that?
Excellent baby food is also a great treat; just make sure there are no artificial colors, preservatives, salt, or sugar added (I prefer organic). I’ve also discovered that even mice who don’t like fresh vegetables will eat baby food. The meat and veggie dinners or the simple veggie ones have the best flavors, in my opinion. For a treat, plain egg custard is also quite popular. Applying a small amount of food to your fingertip and allowing your mouse to lick it off is a good way to win their favor. Prepare to be nibbled, though!.
Some mice love fresh fruits and veggies others dont. Try introducing them to tiny pieces of celery, carrot, broccoli, cucumber, and sweet potato as an experiment. Avoid iceberg lettuce as it tends to give mice diarrhoea. Fruits should be consumed in moderation because they are high in sugar, but I’ve noticed that melon, apple, grape, and pear are all very well-liked.
They are fed a fully balanced diet in research labs, which is why they are called lab blocks! Many people vouch for them because it prevents the mice from selecting specific ingredients from their mixture. They are also a bit boring. Your mice will particularly appreciate some variation in their treats and fresh food if you choose to use lab blocks, as explained below. There are several brands of lab blocks available; if you can locate them in your area, McManus Cummins, Laucke Mills, or Norco are some worth trying.
Basic seed mixes are available at supermarkets and pet stores. This mixture is all that many people use, and it’s plenty to keep a mouse content. To make the mixture more interesting and a little healthier and more balanced, though, I like to add a few extra ingredients.
Mice can eat almost anything that humans can, so their nutritional needs are quite similar to ours. They will devour anything and everything, including the crusts from your morning toast, the soft remnants of Weetbix, the leftover rice or pasta, and the scraps of scrambled eggs or omelette. But don’t forget to discard any uneaten food before it spoils!
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