Me and My Mom - Scene 54 Mouse and Pups A mouse is a small mammal belonging to the order of rodents, characteristically having a pointed snout, small rounded ears, a body-length scaly tail and a high breeding rate. The best known mouse species is the common house mouse. It is also a popular pet. In some places, certain kinds of field mice are also common. They are known to invade homes for food and occasionally shelter. Many people buy mice as companion pets. They can be playful, loving and can grow used to being handled. ⇦ Back to Scene 53 Return to Me and My Mom Page 7 On to Scene 55 ⇨ |