New Hampshire SPCA Offers Home to 1,000 Mice in Need of Adoption
Stratham, N.H. – The New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is facing a unique challenge: the shelter has taken in nearly 1,000 mice after an overwhelming rescue operation. The situation unfolded when a local man surrendered around 400 mice he had been keeping in unsanitary conditions. Unfortunately, many of these mice were pregnant, leading to a rapid increase in their population.
The SPCA described these mice as "fancy mice," a breed known for being friendly, social, and easy to care for—traits that make them appealing companions for pet lovers. "They are highly social and prefer to live in groups," said Savannah Alcerro, the shelter’s animal and veterinary services director. Despite their small size, these mice have shown great potential as pets and are just starting to become available for adoption.
In response to the urgent need, the SPCA is actively seeking assistance from other shelters across New England to help care for the additional mice. Adoptions are now open, and individuals interested in providing a home for these charming creatures can find more information on the SPCA’s website.
Moreover, the shelter is in dire need of five- or ten-gallon glass tanks with lids to accommodate the mice. They have encouraged community members to donate any old tanks gathering dust in their homes. Donations can be dropped off outside the adoption center at 104 Portsmouth Ave. in Stratham.
As the New Hampshire SPCA continues its mission to find loving homes for these mice, they hope that the community will rally to support this unprecedented effort.
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