An isolated warmed holding area [above] such as this unit made by Thermocare, Inc. (Incline Village, NV) works well for recovering several rodents at a time. Oxygen can also be fed through one of the many side ports. This unit costs between $945 and $1060.
Alternatively, a hand-sewn triple-layer of Polar Fleece [above] can hold a single-use pocket warmer in one pocket and a mouse in the other. It serves nicely to keep mice warm. The mouse, as it regains body temperature, can move out of the "pocket" as it wishes. Some mice prefer to lay on top of the fleece pocket whereas others "bury" it under bedding and then lie in the bedding. You need to replace the pocket at least daily; the fleece is washable. Handwarmers are purchased at any sporting goods store.
Recipe for high-calorie mouse gelatin:
2 cups boiling water
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