You’ve probably seen your gerbils grooming each other from time to time. It looks like they’re licking or nibbling at each other’s fur. Sometimes, you might hear your gerbils squeaking […]
Gerbil Behavior
Why Is My Gerbil Chirping?
Gerbils chirp and squeak constantly. But what gerbils mean when they make squeaking sounds may not be clear, and it depends on the context. Gerbils chirp to communicate with each […]
Why Do Gerbils Sleep on Top of Each Other?
Gerbils live in groups, and like each other’s company. You may have noticed that gerbils sleep together. But gerbils can even sleep together in a big pile. Gerbils sleep on […]
Why Is My Gerbil Scared of Me?
Gerbils are normally sociable creatures that get along well with owners. But they can also nip and bite you, and not want to be handled. It can be difficult to […]
Do Dogs and Gerbils Get Along?
Many people who own pets have more than one, e.g. gerbils and dogs. The interaction between the two animal species depends on their natural instincts. So, for example, it’s unwise […]
How to Keep Gerbils Quiet at Night
Gerbils are highly active animals. During their waking hours, they are full of energy and can make a lot of noise. If your gerbil’s loud at night, you might find […]
How to Stop a Gerbil Biting (in 7 Easy Steps)
A gerbil bite is shocking, can be painful, and can even draw blood. But stopping your gerbil from biting with punishments doesn’t work, so you may not know what to […]
Do Gerbils Get Attached to Their Owners?
The joy of owning a pet is in forming a close bond with it. Gerbils aren’t known for their loving nature, but there’s anecdotal evidence to suggest that they do […]
How Do Gerbils Mark Their Territory?
All animals mark their territory with their scent glands and/or by spraying urine. Gerbils are no exception to the rule, and primarily scent mark with their glands. They can also […]
11 Signs of Dominance in Gerbils
Gerbils live in groups, and these groups have defined social structures. These structures are reinforced by certain behaviors, so that every gerbil knows its place (dominant vs. subordinate). Dominant gerbils […]
What Are the Signs of Gerbils Declanning?
If you notice that your gerbils are bullying each other, this could be declanning. It could also be a trivial fight. To tell the difference, you need to look closely […]
Why Do Mother Gerbils Eat Their Babies?
Gerbils and other rodents are known for eating their young. This grisly behavior is difficult to understand, but there are good reasons why it happens. The mother may be starving […]