We have all heard the stories about gerbils killing their tank mate and eating them – but this really is just a complete misunderstanding – and a bit of an unwelcome slight to our wonderful gerbil friends. Gerbils really do not kill other gerbils – they can be very territorial – and woe betide any … Read more
This can be a really scary experience if you were there when it happened – or maybe you just came home to a bleeding gerbil and aren’t sure what to do? 1: Call your vets, if possible, to book an appointment – (they will be in pain) 2: Coat your gerbils tail with a fine … Read more
Another Yes/No answer here – as it depends on the context. Yes – gerbils can shed their tail if the tail is pulled, trapped or damaged in some way – but no – they can’t choose to shed their tail. Gerbil keepers are always told not to pick up a gerbil by the tail for … Read more
Unfortunately yes – but not in a nasty way – they aren’t evil (although the outcome can need veterinary appointments). They are just acting out a predictable and essential pattern of behavior. Gerbils usually fight due to what is called a de-clan. Gerbils live in clans – where one gerbil needs to be the overall … Read more
We have all been there – come home to find the gerbil’s enclosure open and nobody home! That moment of dread wondering where they could be and whether they are still safe. Rule Number 1 is always immediately – and watching every step – close the door to that room (no matter how big that … Read more
Gerbils are very sociable creatures and generally they live in peace and harmony. Groups or pairs or gerbils living together are called ‘clans’ and they can be anything from 2 gerbils up to many more depending on the circumstances. Gerbils do well in a clan and form strong bonds based on power and respect. However, … Read more
Absolutely – but that isn’t to say they don’t get on alone or in groups. Gerbils are clan animals – that is they are often kept in pairs or trios – and sometimes in small groups. They get on with each other most of the time – especially if they are related – and interact … Read more
How to Make a Split Tank: (with no previous experience*) Introduction Before You Start Buying Your Wood Buying Your Wire Making The Frame Attaching The Mesh Assembling Your Split Tank Using Your Split Tank This article goes into great details about all the tips and tricks to making your Split Tank divide and Lid for … Read more
Welcome to the world of gerbil colour genetics – and I wish you a happy journey. Whether it is for fun, for breeding or for showing, this information will become an essential part of your gerbil breeding world. It becomes more interesting the more you know… Knowing the basics of how colour genes work can … Read more
Welcome to the world of gerbil colour genetics – and I wish you a happy journey. Genetics is often talked about in the gerbil world – and it can seem very daunting at first – but I want to make it simpler for you. Here is just a nice broad overview introducing and exploring the … Read more