THE RSPCA was contacted for help after a breeding situation had become out of control resulting in 200 mice living in a flat in Newcastle.
The charity attended on March 18 and rescued the mice from the home.
They were examined by a vet which revealed many are suffering from problems with inbreeding but 90 of the mice are doing well and are now ready for rehoming.
They were initially taken to RSPCA Felledge Animal Centre in Chester-le-Street before being transferred to the RSPCA’s network of branches in small groups for rehoming.
Chief Inspector for Northumbria, Lindsey Avery, said: “We were contacted for help in rehoming this huge amount of mice who sadly were living in cramped conditions as a breeding situation had become completely out of control. We do find that some people have started off with just a few pets and then they mate and very quickly we can see large numbers of animals that the owner can no longer cope with, particularly with rodents. We’d always remind people to make sure they keep rodents in same-sex pairs or ensure they are neutered to avoid a situation like this.
“The mice were separated into small, friendly groups and are now at our branches across England and Wales ready to be rehomed.”
Topaz, Turquoise, Zinc and Pyrite are being cared for at the RSPCA Mid Norfolk and North Suffolk branch and are currently looking for homes.
These brothers will need an enclosure with tunnels and things to chew on to keep them entertained and happy. They will also need to be rehomed in same-sex groups. If you think you can offer them a home, please contact the RSPCA Mid Norfolk and North Suffolk branch.
The branch is caring for 31 of the mice but some of them aren’t available for rehoming just yet as the females may be pregnant.
Ketchup, Mayo and Mustard are being cared for at the RSPCA Birmingham Animal Centre and are also looking to find their forever homes.
The three mice are very young and good to handle so will need an owner who can continue their socialisation and encourage them to be more sociable as they grow older.
They would like to be rehomed as a trio and will need a large cage with plenty of enrichment.
To rehome any of the mice in RSPCA care, visit rspca.org.uk/findapet
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