What do I do? My mouse eats one thing and doesnt drink its water.

Question
My mouse is named Noel, and he/she wont drink anything, and would only eat carrots. I'm trying to feed Noel other foods, but yet, it still wants the carrot pieces. I also tried getting Noel to drink, yet, he/she won't drink it's water. I put the water in a little container lid, so it's snout won't get in the water, much. Right now it's 11:04 and still drinks nothing. I also think that Noel has a sore stomach, or something along the lines, and it's always hunched. I'm not sure if it's dehydrated.

Answer
Dear Daphne,

Your mouse is sick and needs to go to a vet.  Find a vet who specializes in "exotics" or "pocket pets."  If you find more than one, choose the one who has seen the most mice in the last month. I hope Noel feels better soon. In the meantime try butter, salted and buttered popcorn, Triscuits, corn chips, leafy greens, sunflower seeds, and/or nuts, all big favorites.

Best of luck and health to Noel.

squeaks,

Natasha