And how can i make it stop im worried the paint that his is nawing off can hurt him.. i heard you can put something on the bars that tastes bad to them but im not sure what it is..
2007-01-18 16:05:10 · 12 answers · asked by catieann 3 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
I have everything he needs i know hes not board. I have a wheel , chew sticks , a running ball, i play with him regurally.
2007-01-18 16:18:39 · update #1
The paint is probably non-toxic, but there's a risk he could damage his teeth if he chews on the bars too much. How much time does he spend doing that? If he does it all night, or for hours at a time you should probably consider moving him to a big tank or aquarium, instead of a cage.
Also, if his cage is too small he may be doing that because he doesn't have enough space to run and climb. Mice are very curious, intelligent and active and so they really love to have alot of toys - try giving him empty cardboard boxes from things like tea or cereal (so they're safe if he chews on them), and paper towel and toilet paper rolls to use as tunnels.
I wouldn't use the bad-tasting product since it might hurt him if he swallows it - mice have very sensitive digestive systems.
It's good you play with him and that he has some toys - make sure he's able to use his wheel, and that it's not too small - sometimes the wheel's diameter is too small for the mouse and he has to bend his back uncomfortably to run in it.
Good luck to you and your little friend!
2007-01-19 01:19:48 · answer #1 · answered by Birdie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rodents just like to gnaw. It's instinctive. The paint on the cage is non-toxic. But if you don't like the noise, you could get "Bitter Apple" or a similar product, and put it on the cage bars. That will make them taste bad.
Make sure he has stuff to gnaw on, though.
2007-01-18 16:44:54 · answer #2 · answered by The First Dragon 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
He is chewing it to make sure his teeth don't grow through his scull. Give him a 5 inch stick of cardboard weekly or untill he runs out.
2007-01-18 16:14:47 · answer #3 · answered by narbdance 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The paint shouldnt hurt him. He's probly just trying to grind down his teeth because they are growing. They all do it. Try giving him one of those woods sticks from pet co or any other pet store. THEY COME FLAVORED NOW!!!!!!!!
2007-01-18 16:19:44 · answer #4 · answered by haleytakesnoshit 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
He's trying to break out! take him for walks once a day Naw,the paint is not leaded so it can't hurt him.
2007-01-18 16:14:54 · answer #5 · answered by Bonduesa 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
they have these sticks they sell at pet stores, it helps them. also, they sell wood, your mouse is sharpening its teeth, pick up some of the sticks, and a block of wood, and your mouse should be good to go
2007-01-18 16:12:39 · answer #6 · answered by Chels 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
He's chewing on his cage looking for freedom. You might consider giving him some.
2007-01-18 16:11:54 · answer #7 · answered by thinkinitout 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
He smells that other male mouse in the other cage. He wants to rumble and show the other guy he's the King-Of-The-House.
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2007-01-18 16:57:23 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They sell chew sticks & you may want to get him one of those balls to run around in.
2007-01-18 16:10:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
due to one of following reasons :
1.hunger
2.longing for freedom
3.worm infestation
4.calcium deficiency
5.it's a vice in some pets/animals.
2007-01-18 16:14:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋