Taking the Mickey! RSPCA looking for homes for 136 mice rescued from the same house

The RSPCA was called to a house in Atherstone, Warwickshire on Sunday April 18 after concerns were raised about the mice being kept in poor conditions. 

The rodents are Natal Multimammate mice, known for having many more nipples than a standard mouse - between 16 and 24 - meaning they are prolific breeders and can have large litters.

Unfortunately, none of the mice were neutered or separated by sex so the situation had spiralled out of control. 

RSPCA inspector Richard Durant attended the property. He said:

Richard and his colleagues worked hard alongside the RSPCA's network of volunteer drivers to find the mice spaces at centres across the country. The mice are now waiting for new owners at centres at RSPCA centres and branches in:

• Derby 
• Norwich 
• Martlesham 
• South Cotswolds
• Birmingham 
• West Hatch (Taunton) 
• Isle of Wight

If you're interested in adopting a group of multimammate mice, please complete a Perfect match form on the small furries page of the relevant centre's website.

What the mice will need

All the mice will need a spacious glass home with good ventilation where they are able to explore, but not escape. They will need cleaning out regularly and be provided with fun things to play with and chew. They are fascinating to watch, especially when they're getting up to mischief.

Multimammate mice aren't always the easiest to handle, so the mice are ideally looking for an experienced home who understands their needs.

To help the RSPCA continue rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals in desperate need of care please donate online or call our donation line on 0300 123 8181.