Help!! (not a pet but I dont know where to post)

[GermanKennhuhn]

You can gently massage his belly with a Qtip.

 

[GermanKennhuhn]

I thought this might be a good idea, I'll try it after next feed maybe

Just don’t let the steam get to thick so he can still breathe easily.

 

[BelovedBirds]

You can gently massage his belly with a Qtip.

I've tried this, nothing happened- I used my finger after a while and he passed a little but now there's nothing

 

[GermanKennhuhn]

Try massaging his genitals with a damp Qtip. It will help stimulate him as mother mice lick them.

 

[GermanKennhuhn]

Could you post a picture of him? It might help me determine his age.

 

[HKG]

Sadly the little one is going downhill, he's lethargic and I've noticed he has a respiratory infection. He isnt wanting to move anymore, and I doubt he'll survive the morning but I'm glad I tried at least

I'm pretty sure it's normal for baby mice to cough a little after feeding. As long as you wiped his nose off he should be fine.

 

[GermanKennhuhn]

How is he?

 

[cassie]

If you have a local pharmacy you can ask for a syringe without a needle. They will usually give you one and you can feed him warm goat's milk. Don't try feeding solids until at least after his eyes open. You should do this at breakfast, lunch and dinner time.

I personally wouldn't feed goats milk unless it is canned. The same goes for cow milk. There simply aren't enough calories per cc in fresh milk.

 

[BelovedBirds]

Perhaps add a bit of maple syrup or sugar to his milk, and see if he likes it better.

I'll try that! Thanks

 

[RosemaryDuck]

I noticed you mentioned the person who had him before fed cows milk. Cows milk can be fatal when fed to wildlife/most young animals as it can cause severe diarrhea and dehydration. It is also devoid of proper nutrition for most animals and can cause deficiencies.

It may be why he's having issues now. As others mentioned kitten/puppy milk works best. I hope your little guy pulls through. Best of luck to you.

You can also get a proper milk supplement through Fox Valley. They make supplements for wildlife and would likely have something fitting for a mouse.