When looking at getting an unusual or specific pet from a breeder who is some distance away – or who needs special care on a journey (say air conditioning) – we all rely on a courier. But how do you know who is best? Well, the secret is usually to find out who other people … 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
Absolutely – they love mealworms as a treat for sure! Mealworms are the common name for the Darkling Beetle (Tenebrio molitor) and are found either live in pets stores or reptile outlets; or as dried mealworms in pet stores or garden centres (usually in the wild bird section). Mealworms are yummy to gerbils whether fresh … Read more
This question is one that is coming up more and more as duprasi become more popular and accessible – and the answer is both. Duprasi can live alone their entire lives – and many do. But duprasi can also live in same-sex pairs in the right set up and many do. As with normal gerbils … 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
Yes – but with caveats! Gerbils can eat any type of tomato – and if it is only a once in a while treat (i.e only once a month or so) – they can eat it without any issues. Tomatoes are safe for gerbils in gerbil-sized portions. Tomatoes are a common summer fruit/salad vegetable througout … Read more
Winter White Hamster Facts – Definitions and Glossary Winter Whites (on Djungarians) are quite established as pets, but there is still plenty to know about them – especially the few colors available (and how to make your own) – so we have started a glossary to get things started for us all – and we … Read more
Great question – we have always wondered how many are out there (and I think it is over 50 if you count everything in the genetic class of Gerbillinae). We regularly hear of a new one in the pet trade (some interchangably called gerbils/jirds) and want to find out more. However, this one is just … Read more
Degu (Goo) Facts – Definitions and Glossary Degus are now quite established as pets, but there is still plenty to know about them – especially the new colors available (and how to make your own) – so we have started a glossary to get things started for us all – and we will add more … Read more