How to Care for Gerbils - Exam
  • 1. What is the minimum recommended tank size for two gerbils?
A) 20 gallons
B) 30 gallons
C) 5 gallons
D) 10 gallons
  • 2. What is the best type of bedding for gerbils?
A) Hay
B) Paper-based bedding
C) Cedar shavings
D) Pine shavings
  • 3. How often should a gerbil's cage be cleaned?
A) Daily
B) Once a week
C) Never
D) Once a month
  • 4. What is a common sign of a sick gerbil?
A) Loss of appetite
B) Excessive grooming
C) Increased activity
D) Constant burrowing
  • 5. What is a crucial item for gerbils to maintain their coat?
A) Sand bath
B) Dust bath
C) Water bath
D) Mud bath
  • 6. What is a good staple food for gerbils?
A) Gerbil food pellets
B) Dog food
C) Cat food
D) Rabbit food
  • 7. What should you NOT give gerbils as a treat?
A) Sunflower seeds
B) Chocolate
C) Vegetables
D) Small pieces of fruit
  • 8. How much exercise do gerbils need?
A) Plenty, provided by wheels and toys
B) Minimal, a few minutes a day
C) None
D) Only when taken out of the cage
  • 9. What is a common behavior of gerbils?
A) Swimming
B) Climbing trees
C) Burrowing
D) Flying
  • 10. Are gerbils nocturnal, diurnal, or crepuscular?
A) Arboreal
B) Crepuscular
C) Diurnal
D) Nocturnal
  • 11. What is the average lifespan of a gerbil?
A) 5-7 years
B) 2-4 years
C) 1 year
D) 10-12 years
  • 12. What can happen if gerbils are housed alone?
A) They become more independent
B) They can become lonely and depressed
C) They require less care
D) They become more aggressive
  • 13. What is 'tail slip' in gerbils?
A) A normal shedding process
B) A common tail disease
C) An injury to the spine
D) Loss of fur/skin from the tail due to rough handling
  • 14. What is a good enrichment item for gerbils?
A) Cat toys
B) Small fish
C) Mirrors
D) Cardboard tubes
  • 15. What temperature range is ideal for gerbils?
A) Below freezing
B) 50-60°F
C) 65-75°F
D) 80-90°F
  • 16. What is a sign that gerbils are fighting and need to be separated?
A) Sleeping together
B) Occasional squeaking
C) Constant chasing and biting
D) Mutual grooming
  • 17. What is the best way to pick up a gerbil?
A) By its legs
B) By its scruff
C) By its tail
D) Cup your hands gently around its body
  • 18. Why should you avoid wire-bottom cages for gerbils?
A) They can injure their feet
B) Gerbils prefer them
C) They are easier to clean
D) They provide better ventilation
  • 19. What type of water bottle is best for gerbils?
A) Any type of container
B) Glass water bottle with a sipper tube
C) Plastic water bottle
D) Open water bowl
  • 20. What are some signs of a healthy gerbil?
A) Overeating, excessive drinking, sleeping all day
B) Constantly hiding and not interacting
C) Dull eyes, matted fur, lethargic behavior
D) Bright eyes, clean fur, active behavior
  • 21. Which of the following diseases is common in gerbils?
A) Chicken Pox
B) Tyzzers disease
C) Mumps
D) The common cold
  • 22. What is the gestation period for a gerbil?
A) 14-16 days
B) 24-26 days
C) 30-32 days
D) 45-50 days
  • 23. What kind of wheel is safest for a gerbil?
A) Wire wheel
B) Ladder wheel
C) Solid surface wheel
D) Mesh wheel
  • 24. How often should gerbils be given a sand bath?
A) 2-3 times a week
B) Once a month
C) Everyday
D) Once a week
  • 25. What is a common cause of barbering (fur chewing) in gerbils?
A) Stress or boredom
B) Allergies
C) Parasites
D) Excessive grooming
  • 26. What is the best location for a gerbil cage?
A) In a high-traffic area
B) Near a heat source
C) Near a window for sunlight
D) Away from direct sunlight and drafts
  • 27. Can gerbils eat citrus fruit?
A) No, they can be harmful
B) Yes, they love it
C) Only in small amounts
D) Only if it is organic
  • 28. What is the correct social structure for gerbils?
A) They are solitary creatures
B) They form large packs
C) They only interact during mating season
D) They live in colonies
  • 29. What type of noise is a concern when gerbils make it?
A) Soft squeaking
B) Sneezing and labored breathing
C) Chirping
D) Drumming on the floor
  • 30. Why is it important to provide gerbils with things to chew on?
A) To entertain them
B) To help them digest their food
C) To keep their teeth from overgrowing
D) To build their nests
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