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sneezing mice?

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Question
I got this pet mouse called Sooty who is about 18 weeks old. He often makes a strange sneezing sound. He has been doing it for ages. he sort of does it a few times in a row. His health doesn't seem bad either he still eats well, drinks, poops and does not act ill in any way.
Is this normal or is he Ill or something?

Answer
Dear Natalie,

Mice often don't show illness until they are quite sick.  If he is sneezing several times in a row, as opposed to making a chattery sound all the time, he has an respiratory infection and ought to go to the vet for the best care.

Best of luck and health to little Sooty.

squeaks,

Natasha