Gerbils are smart, playful desert rodents that make great pets for families. They don’t need a ton of space and their care requirements are not overly challenging. But gerbils do have a specialized digestive system which means not all types of foods are suitable for them. As herbivores or plant eaters, gerbils can benefit from…
Wild gerbils are herbivorous, which means they eat mostly fruits, vegetables, and grains to meet their dietary needs. So if a wild gerbil encountered a wild strawberry, you can rest assured this juicy sweet treat would be gobbled up in short order! In the captive life of a pet gerbil, most owners opt to feed…
Gerbils are popular small pets because they are relatively easy to keep, care for, and feed. As natural herbivores or plant eaters, gerbils don’t have a complicated diet. In fact, the majority of their daily nutrient needs are readily met with a commercial complete and balanced gerbil mix food. But gerbils also need enrichment and…
Gerbils are becoming more popular pets. These so-called “pocket pets” don’t take up a lot of space or make a ton of noise, so they are perfect for people living in small spaces. Gerbils are also so fun to watch as they scurry and scamper about. One of the most fun aspects of caring for…
It is hard to resist the cute round eyes of your pet gerbil begging for a bite of what you’re eating. Gerbils are smart, social animals, and once a gerbil is socialized to people, it doesn’t take them long to figure out how to beg! But what if you are eating a tasty salad with…
