Have you decided to bring home a gerbil as a pet? Why not? Gerbils are adorable creatures that can make good pets for an adult like you. Just note that these tiny rodents are not suitable for young kids. So if you have children at home who are still so young and cannot control their movements, do not consider gerbils.
What are the things you need to prepare before bringing home a gerbil or two? Experts recommend taking in two gerbils because these creatures thrive better when they live in pairs or groups. Accordingly, here are the things you will be needing:
· An enclosure with a length of 12 inches, a width of 24 inches, and a height of 12 inches.
· A small animal cage is okay, but a glass aquarium is better.
· Place paper bedding on the aquarium floor as a provision for burrowing.
· The aquarium should have a mesh lid (tightly fit) for security and air ventilation.
· Place a nest box inside the cage for added security (gerbils love to hide when they feel scared).
· Additional cage accessories, such as ramps, ladders, and hideouts, are suggested to let the gerbils explore and have physical stimulation.
Take your pet to your animal hospital Tampa, FL for regular health and dental checks. Read more here.
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