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Question
I was looking at my mice today after feeding them and they wouldnt come out of there house.
I got them out and they just sat there shivering.
Ive only had them for 3 months!

They wouldnt eat there food or drink there water so i hand fed them.. and they still wouldnt eat there tummy feels really boney. But I have not changed there diet since i got them.

They are cleaned Once a day. and fed and givin new water twice daily.

I dont no what to do.
They wont excersice on there wheel they just sit and shiver.

PLEASE HELP.

Answer
Hi!

If the stomach seems swollen, this could mean inner parasites. In such case the mouse is very reluctant to move and the fur will seem ruffled up - and you must act quickly or the condition will be fatal! I've talked more about inner parasites over here: http://en.allexperts.com/q/Miscellaneous-Rodents-1607/Sick-Mouse-1.htm

As a side note, mouse terrariums only need cleaning once a week, any sooner than that and it may cause unnecessary stress for the little guys. :-) Best of luck!