How do you put a mouse inside the exercise ball safely and gently?

Question by alltimelow(:: How do you put a mouse inside the exercise ball safely and gently?
I’ve tried to gently put him in the ball but he always climbs around the outside of the ball. I even tried putting his food in the exercise ball to attract him inside it but, he didn’t go in.He really needs exercise. He’s kind of plump so I’m worried about him. He pretty much eats and sleeps all day. Thanks in advance!
He has a wheel in his cage.

Best answer:

Answer by kiwi
tip the ball to the side so that you can place him inside the ball, but on the lid and let him run.

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