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Kioka · Posted: Wed Aug 15, 2007 1:42 pm Post subject: Setting up feeder mice colonies

Is there a decent tutorial that have a humane way of setting up breeder colonies? A lot of the tutorials for breeder racks I have seen seem to be overpopulated and dirty.

Jase · Posted: Wed Aug 15, 2007 1:45 pm Post subject:

If you want them to have lots of space get large tubs and few animals each tub!? Mesh on the top, job's a good un. Cool

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Phil1988 · Posted: Wed Aug 15, 2007 1:48 pm Post subject:

Eggman has a guide, it's for rats but I'm sure you could alter things a little. I did have the link but I've cleared my sent box so if Eggy has the link handy I'm sure he'll be along to post it.

MJ · Posted: Wed Aug 15, 2007 2:01 pm Post subject:

Just go through the pages on this section you will find the info you're looking for Wink

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Jase · Posted: Wed Aug 15, 2007 2:17 pm Post subject:

http://www.captivebred.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=12212 Cool

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Kioka · Posted: Wed Aug 15, 2007 2:35 pm Post subject:

Thanks, Eggman's setup look a lot more humane than some of the wire-bottom, dirty aquariums or overstuffed tubs. I am assuming he's using a 1.5cm (1/2") mesh?

Should I reduce it to 1/4" or 1/8" mesh? I forget how small of a space a mouse can escape through. I am guessing I want the height of the tub to be about 5", or at least no more than 13 cm; or they can reach for food a bit higher than this?

My da is thinking about building one as a gift, so a proper tutorial would be helpful, and you guys gave me one. Very Happy

Phil1988 · Posted: Wed Aug 15, 2007 6:10 pm Post subject: