So, your gerbil has lost its tail or the tip of its tail. If a predator grabs the tail in the wild, it will ‘slip off,’ allowing the gerbil to […]
Gerbil Health
What Causes Head Tilt in Gerbils?
When your gerbil develops a sudden head tilt, this indicates a health problem with the brain or ears. As a result, you must get your gerbil seen by a vet […]
Why Is Gerbil’s Nose Red? Treating + Preventing Nasal Dermatitis
Red nose disease in gerbils can have many causes. Although it’s not life-threatening, it can be extremely painful and irritating. If untreated, the condition will get worse and spread to […]
Do Gerbils Need Salt Licks?
Lots of animals, and some rodents, are given salt licks. These are blocks of salt that contain essential minerals that may be lacking in the animal’s natural diet. Gerbils don’t […]
Gerbil Health Monitoring: How To Check For Problems + Illnesses
You need to ensure that your gerbil is healthy, active, and happy. A gerbil health check, which is a thorough once-over to assess each part of your pet is the […]
Do Female Gerbils Have Periods?
The period is a sign of fertility, indicating that the female of the species can have babies. But you may not have noticed fertile gerbils having a period. Gerbils have […]
My Gerbil Is Cold and Not Moving (Why?)
If your gerbil has stopped moving, and feels cold to the touch, you’re understandably concerned about your pet’s welfare. This is normally due to a severe health problem, or worse, […]
Can Gerbils Have Heart Attacks?
A gerbil’s heart rate is very high, so its heart already works extremely hard. Any animal with a heart can have a heart attack (also knowns as myocardial infarctions or […]
How to Keep Gerbils Cool in Hot Weather
Gerbils have ways to keep cool when it’s too hot. These mechanisms enable them to survive in the wild during the summer months. But in captivity, you need to take […]
Can Gerbils Get Too Cold?
Gerbils are warm-blooded mammals, and produce their own body heat like us. Also, like humans, they can get cold in the winter. Low body temperatures can lead to health issues. […]
Why Is My Gerbil Drinking So Much Water?
Gerbils don’t drink much water. So, if you notice that your gerbil keeps drinking, you’re right to be concerned about its health. Excessive drinking in gerbils could be connected to […]
Do Gerbils’ Teeth Keep Growing?
Your gerbil will grind its teeth down naturally. However, if it’s sick or injured or eats the wrong types of food, it’ll be unable to wear down its teeth. So, […]