treat congested mouse at home?

Question
Hello,
This is my sec time contacting you since june,
I really think you helped us last time,

So....

My mouse seems to be doing normally,
but he seems to have some congestion
Is there any way I can treat him myself
Or is it best to just take him to a Vet?

Thank you!!

Answer
Dear Nina,

It is always safest to take the mouse to the vet.  

Saying that, however, I know a vet visit can be cost-prohibitive, and if the mouse doesn't seem sick otherwise, maybe you want to treat him at home.  

Of course many mouse owners are in the same situation, so I can send you to an archived answer where I explained how to treat a mouse at home.  This person's mouse had a more serious condition and had already tried one antibiotic, but the post describes how to administer a home remedy of the antibiotic Tetracycline, which you can get in the FISH section of the pet store.

http://en.allexperts.com/q/Mice-3824/2008/9/Administering-antibiotic-Tetracyclin...

Don't be surprised if the mouse ends up with a chatter.  After a respiratory infection, their usual constant squeak often becomes lower so you can hear them.  I find it endearing.

If the mouse gets any worse, however, I suggest the vet visit.

Good health to your mousie!

squeaks,

Natasha