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I'm interested in getting some branches for a mouse cage (don't have them yet, proving difficult to find some in my area) give them some nice climbing branches. But, I'm not sure what would be suitable and how I would get rid of any bugs that could be present in the banches... My sister has little fruit trees in her garden that I can steal some branches from, would these be okay?? Or should I just go out and buy some climbing ropes and save myself the trouble?

Any thoughs would be great. Thanks.

These are safe/unsafe woods for Gerbils, but I assume it will be similar for all rodents.
Woods, Tree Branches & Twigs | eGerbil

You could freeze them to get rid of bugs, or alternatively bake them. If you are to bake them I'd suggest dipping them in water first as if they are quite dry you don't want them to catch fire!

that links great thanks, very helpful.
Oh god, that sounds like something I would do lol maybe safer just freezing them lol

No problem. I'd probably do the same! Pop them in a bag in a freezer overnight and take them out in the morning, leave for an hour or so and then they will be ready

Thats great, thanks! now I just need to find some mice lol

OH I hadn't realised you were in Dundee! Is it males or females you are looking for? I might know someone who could help you out there

Wow, that's a really helpful list! We've been looking for ways to make the cage interesting for the rats, and we've a weeping willow in the garden that is on the safe list. Thanks!

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I would try advertising in your local free adds "happy to prune for free"

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hahah good idea Oooo im gettin too excited now about potentially getting some little mice!!!