How to Set up a Mouse Cage

Mice are fun little creatures that don’t require a lot of equipment. You’ll need a large cage so your mice have space to run around and interact. Put the cage somewhere where the mice will feel safe and comfortable. Then fill it with cozy bedding, toys, food, and water.

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You’ll enjoy watching the mice make their own nests within the cage and play with one another.

1 Choose from cages designed specifically for mice. Since mice are smaller than most pet rodents, you’ll need to pick a simple cage that’s designed for their tiny size. It should also have good ventilation so the mice won’t overheat. For these reasons, don’t buy hamster cages or glass aquariums designed for other animals.^[1]
- Look for cages at pet stores, online, or at second-hand shops.
2 Get a cage that’s large enough to house all of your mice. Plan for 1 cu ft (0.028 m³) of cage space for the first mouse and add ¹⁄₂ cu ft (0.014 m³) for each additional mouse in the cage. This will give all of the mice plenty of space to run and interact with each other.^[2]
- If you have male and female mice that you don’t intend to breed, put them in separate cages.
3 Pick a cage made of plastic or metal. You’ll need a cage made of a material that’s easy to clean and won’t absorb urine. Cages made from plastic are inexpensive and lightweight although they are more likely to break than metal cages. Metal cages are usually stronger and provide good air circulation.^[3]
- Avoid buying a cage…