If I were an African pygmy dormouse,
which morph would I be?

• It is vulnerable to sudden temperature changes. Staying consistent is the key.
• Attach the heating plate not to the floor, but to the side wall or back. If placed on the floor, only the bottom becomes hot and the top becomes cold, leaving the object with no place to escape.
• Be careful of sudden drops in temperature early in the winter. Covering the cage with a blanket is effective in keeping the cage warm.
• Hibernation is dangerous. In particular, if a baby falls into hibernation due to low temperatures, there is a very high probability that it will lead to death.

• It's omnivorous. Feed a mixture of pellets, grains, fruits, and insects.
• I can't stand hunger very well. Fill the food bowl so that the bottom is not visible.
• Egg food (protein) and Teeth grinding feed (Ex) are essential. Because they are rodents, their teeth grow continuously, but if there is no feed for teeth grinding, there are situations where you have to cut the teeth yourself.
• If pygmy-specific feed Wheat Prodant is included in the basic composition, nutritional balance will be stable.
• I like sweet fruits such as bananas, blueberries, grapes, apples, and pears. If frozen, defrost before feeding.
• As for nutritional supplements, provide calcium and vitamins alternately once a week, but be sure to check the dosage in the product instructions.

💡 If you give a snack while there is still food left, it will lead to picky eating. If you give special food after eating all the food or as a handling reward, it helps with communication.

• Since they are arboreal animals that live on trees, a cage that is higher than horizontal is appropriate.
• Flooring should be thicker than 4~5cm. Avoid products with added fragrance or a lot of dust.
• Hideout is 1 more than the number of objects. I perceive red as a dark space and feel safe.
• Hatwheel is over 12cm in subadult and 22cm in adult. Hang it in a low position to prevent falls.
• The waterer is a water bottle type. Do not use water bowls due to the high risk of contamination.
• Please refrain from using wooden products as they can absorb urine and make hygiene difficult.

• Vertical acrylic cage (40×40×60cm or larger recommended)
• Flooring (low dust sawdust, 5cm or more)
• Hideout — population + 1 spare
• Hamster (adult over 22cm)
• Waterer (water bottle type) · Feeding bowl · Worm dish
• Feed — exclusive feed + egg food + teeth grinding feed
• Nutrients – Calcium and Vitamins
• Thermometer · Heating film or heat lamp
• Play equipment — ropes, perches, socks
• Handling — hand cushion, mosquito net tent

💡 First day setting — Flooring 5cm or more · Hideout (number of individuals +1) · Waterer · Feeding bowl · Wheel · Play equipment · Thermometer · Heating supplies

• After adoption, 2 to 3 days are an adaptation period. Please refrain from handling and only observe with your eyes. Water and food must be provided daily.
• Recognize the breeder by smell. Wash your hands before and after handling and avoid perfume or hand cream.
• Never grab the tail. It breaks off due to extreme fear or stress and does not grow back.
• Since they are nocturnal, it is easier to handle them during the day. Very active at night.
• To prevent escape, we recommend inside a tent with a mosquito net. Please do this from a low height to prevent falls.

• Bathing in water is absolutely prohibited. They groom themselves and do not need sand baths.
• Replace the entire flooring once every 2-3 weeks, or at the latest once a month.
• We recommend washing the feeding bowl and waterer 1-2 times a week.
• If you see stereotypic behaviors such as hair pulling or flipping, check the cause of stress and reinforce hiding places and play equipment.
• Slight shaking is a common behavior in rodents with fast metabolism. However, if it is noticeably severe, please check the environment.

💡 If you suspect a health problem, consult a professional veterinarian. If it is immediately after adoption, informing the sales office at the same time will help with initial response.