Getting a new pet... or pets...

**ILoveMyAbbyGirl** · 03-17-2006, 09:03 PM

Gerbils.

Don't worry, I've been doing plenty of research, so much that my eyes hurt. My dad had small animals as a kid, and he wouldn't mind having another. Through process of elimination, (dad does NOT want a rat), we've decided on gerbils.

Any beginner advice?

**flamepony12** · 03-17-2006, 09:43 PM

My mom had those when she was little. They used to get out and zoom around the house. >.>

Good Luck, Meg-on.

teehee. ;D

**lute** · 03-18-2006, 03:49 PM

i've never had small pets other than rabbits. i did care for A LOT of gerbils and hamsters at the petstore i worked at. they are pretty easy to care for just make sure you change their bedding EVERYDAY. make sure they have fresh food and water. gerbils also like veggies. add a little extra nutrition with some carrots, peas, green beans, etc. stay away from iceburg lettuce. it is highly toxic to gerbils.

good luck with the gerbils!

**Suki Wingy** · 03-18-2006, 03:54 PM

you probably already know thid but they are happiest in pairs. It is best to get them in already-bonded pairs. Usually 2 females, neutered pair, or two littermate brothers.