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How can mice be lifted for handling?
How can mice be lifted for handling?
By grasping the base of the tail.
What is the recommended way to restrain a mouse for examination and treatment?
What is the recommended way to restrain a mouse for examination and treatment?
By placing it on a rough or wire surface, grasping the scruff of the neck with a thumb and forefinger, and trapping the tail between the palm and little finger.
How can rats be initially picked up for handling?
How can rats be initially picked up for handling?
Grasping the base of the tail may be necessary.
What is the recommended method to restrain rats for handling?
What is the recommended method to restrain rats for handling?
What factors can affect a rodent's food intake?
What factors can affect a rodent's food intake?
How much feed does an adult mouse consume per 100 gm body weight daily?
How much feed does an adult mouse consume per 100 gm body weight daily?
How much feed does an adult rat consume per 100 gm body weight daily?
How much feed does an adult rat consume per 100 gm body weight daily?
What should be provided to rodents for water consumption?
What should be provided to rodents for water consumption?
What issues can arise from inadequate water consumption in rodents?
What issues can arise from inadequate water consumption in rodents?
Why is it important to handle rodents properly for taming and avoiding bites?
Why is it important to handle rodents properly for taming and avoiding bites?
What types of animals are introduced in this lesson?
What types of animals are introduced in this lesson?
What are the feeding requirements for mice and rats in captivity?
What are the feeding requirements for mice and rats in captivity?
What percentage of protein is typically found in maintenance diets for mice and rats?
What percentage of protein is typically found in maintenance diets for mice and rats?
Why should seed diets only be given as treat items to mice and rats?
Why should seed diets only be given as treat items to mice and rats?
What should be closely monitored in the pet rodents?
What should be closely monitored in the pet rodents?
What are the key components of a good diet for mice and rats in captivity?
What are the key components of a good diet for mice and rats in captivity?
