About That Mouse...

Last Sunday, I shared the story of a mouse that ate my breakfast and readers provided a myriad of helpful tips on catching our rodent residents in comments, blogs, and over email. I did some research based on your suggestions and ordered The Smart House--yes, it's actually shaped like a little green house

And would you know it, Gus moved right in:

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He has subsequently relocated to a lovely park several miles away after I gave warning to stay away from cats.  We both hope that Jaq will be joining him  soon.  Thanks to everyone for your help confronting our unwanted guests.

And with that, ScienceBlogs returns in full force since we went down for maintenance Friday...

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Glad to read that Gus is 'free' in a miles away park.
Hope that Jaq soon joins him.

Cute little critter.

Be sure to seal up your home inside and out so this doesn't become a regular thing. Mice can fit through surprising small holes so the house should end up pretty close to air tight. On the up side sealing the house against mice also helps keep ants and other insects out and lowers the energy bills. All to the good.