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Why are my pet mouse's white ears and tail turning orange and scabby?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | unspayed

I I have a pet mouse and she had a white tale and white ears and now for some reason they are going a orange colour please can you tell me why thank you. and she had a scab behind her ears and I can't add a photo for some reason thank you

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Answered By Karly Macon, DVM, MS, CVA Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Veterinarian

Published on May 15th, 2017

If she is eating some kind of new treat or if her bedding has changed this might be why. Also, mice have Hardarian glands that make their eye and nose discharge red colored, and sometimes when they are doing a lot of sneezing and grooming this material can stain the white parts of the body. If Lemon (great name!) is doing more sneezing than normal, she may need to see a vet for some antibiotics.

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on May 14th, 2017

    The fur can change color due to age or stress. Bedding or toys with coloring can also stain the fur. As long as Lemon is behaving normally (eating, drinking, active, etc) then there is likely no cause for concern. If she is lethargic, losing weight or not eating, have her examined by your veterinarian.

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