They will fight, often to the death of one of the gerbils. You'll need to be patient as the introduction may take several weeks.
Being social creatures, gerbils can become quite tame with regular handling. They generally have an agreeable temperament and are only inclined to bite if they feel threatened. Hand-taming a gerbil is usually quite easy, and treats and positive reward systems like operant conditioning definitely help to speed up the process.
Gerbils have long furry tails that have a little tuft of fur at the end, but you should never pick up a gerbil by their tail; this will cause permanent injury. Give your gerbils a few days to acclimate to their new home before handling them.
When you feel your pets are ready, start to approach them gently while they are awake. Bit by bit, you can gain their trust with these steps:. Once your gerbil is comfortable with you, you can hold and carry your pet in your cupped hands. Many gerbils also enjoy having the sides and backs of their heads gently scratched.
Avoid touching your gerbil's tail; if you are concerned that it may fall, you can quickly but gently grasp the scruff of its neck for repositioning. For a pair of gerbils, a cage of about 12 inches by 24 inches by 12 inches tall is the minimum size, but since gerbils are active, a larger cage is always better.
Glass aquariums can be used and are favored over wire cages by many owners. Aquariums allow a deep layer of bedding so the gerbils can burrow, a behavior that is natural for pet gerbils. A secure mesh lid is necessary to prevent escapes and to allow for good ventilation.
Wire cages can be used for gerbils but gerbils do have a tendency to kick the bedding out of the cage through the wires when they burrow, which makes a mess.
When the cage is too small, gerbils sometimes chew on wire cages resulting in sores on their noses and injured teeth. Plastic cages should not be used as they do not hold up to the chewing habits of gerbils, nor do they provide adequate ventilation. Gerbils also need a nest box to feel secure. They will hide out in their nest box and use it for sleeping.
A sturdy wood or ceramic nest box is preferable to plastic since any plastic will quickly be destroyed by chewing; wood will likely get chewed as well but tends to last a little longer. Clay flower pots are another possible choice to use as a gerbil nest boxes. Provide lots of materials for climbing and enrichment, such as thick pieces of wood, stable large rocks, ladders, ramps, and platforms. Toys that are safe for chewing should always be available. Boy Names. Unique Names.
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Diesel This badass gerbil name could refer to the big trucks that use diesel fuel, or to bulky action star Vin Diesel. Hercules For the strongest gerbils. Ninja Perfect for pets with major skills in agility and stealth. Obi After the famous Jedi warrior, of course. Ice For the coolest gerbil. Optimus Prime A gerbil name referencing the most beloved of the Transformers.
White Gerbil Names Vanilla When your gerbil is sweet and white, just like vanilla ice cream. Milky A name that does a gerbil good!
C loud A light and airy name for white gerbils. Casper the Friendly Gerbil If your pet is both white and amicable, this might be your perfect name. Smudge For the white gerbil marked with black, furry spots. Brown Gerbil Names Caramel A sweet name for a light brown gerbil. Latte Your favorite coffee, and now your favorite gerbil. Maple Like the tree or the syrup, ideal for a dark brown or reddish gerbil. Fudge A great brown gerbil name for a dark brown and fluffy pet—ideally one with a sweet disposition.
Espresso For the gerbil who never runs out of energy. Peanut Or little pea for short. Black Gerbil Names Raven The famously spooky black bird is a great namesake for your black gerbil. Shadow For a sneaky black gerbil—or one who follows you. Midnight For the gerbil who gets hyper at night. Ebony Works best for black female gerbils. Silver For an older gray gerbil. Collett, B. Cartwright, B. Just acquired my 4 lovely gerbils. On Saturday 27th June. Is this normal? Or should they be out exploring.
Thank you. My gerbils are named pretzel and dippy. And on the first day you have a gerbil they will be scared and hide. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Squeaks and Nibbles. Share on Facebook.
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