Rreprpduct-ion
What are gerbils?
monogamous
How do gerbils make the drumming noise?
What kind of cages should they have?
plastic, metal, wood, or aquarium
What kind of pellets?
commercial
What is signs of a common disease?
lose in appetite, sneezing, running eyes and nose
What is monogamous?
they mate for life
How long do Gerbils live?
2-4 years
What is the best kind of bedding?
wood chips or shavings
lettuce, cabbage, carrots, turnips
if a gerbil is suspected of having fleas, what should they be dusted with?
flea powerder
How long will it take after they are introduced?
5-6 months
When do gerbils not make their squeaking noise as often?
as they become an adult
What is a good for in digging the cage?
sand or rocks
How do you hold the gerbil?
at the base of the tail and along the body gently
How are colds caused
temperature change, overcrowded, and damp or drafty conditions
How many babies can be in a litter?
3-4
How do male gerbils leave their scent somewhere?
They slide their stomach along and object or area
How many inches per square of floor space should gerbils have?
36 square inches
Where not to grab?
what disease causes hair loss
red nose
At what age are they mature?
9-12 weeks
What kind of breeders?
selective breeders
What should be avoided in cages?
cotton and wood
what stuff to ration in their food?
corn, oats, wheat and barley
What is the disease that causes high deathes?
Tyzzer's disease