Are Gerbils good pets? >
Definitely, gerbils are good pets for children and students. They are extremely clean animals and fairly easy to feed and care for. It is ideal to keep gerbils in a medium-sized cage with proper tunnels and bedding, and remove waste on a daily basis. Keeping gerbils is fairly easy since they are docile and non-aggressive in nature.
Do gerbils like to be cuddled? >
Cuddling is very common in many pets, however, gerbils do not enjoy it that much. Gerbils do appreciate gentler methods of holding and exploring. After getting used to them, they may be able to sit comfortably in your palm. But gerbils do not appreciate being held or squeezed for prolonged periods of time.
Do gerbils like to free roam? >
They love it! As long as it is a safe environment, gerbils can explore as much as they want. They relish the opportunity to climb, crawl, and dig. Always keep a watch on them, gerbils can very quickly escape through really small spaces that you would never think of, or chew on cords.
Do gerbils like when you clean their cage? >
Gerbils do not like cages that are untidy; however, doing too much cleaning at a time can give extreme amounts of stress to gerbils. For best results, try spot-cleaning when possible and always leave some of the used bedding. It also helps when the pet has a familiar scent of the previous bedding.
Are gerbils sensitive to noise? >
Yes, any negative and loud noise can frighten a gerbil. Any amount of sudden sounds can cause intense amounts of stress. In some cases, it is not recommended. Place their cage away from loud areas such as televisions, music systems, and barking dogs. Ensuring loud, free surroundings is necessary.
