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