How to Raise Gerbils
  • 1. What is the recommended minimum cage size for two gerbils?
A) A birdcage
B) 20 gallons
C) 10 gallons
D) 5 gallons
  • 2. Gerbils are naturally:
A) Crepuscular
B) Strictly Diurnal
C) Diurnal and Nocturnal
D) Strictly Nocturnal
  • 3. What type of bedding is best for gerbils?
A) Pine shavings
B) Paper-based bedding
C) Cat litter
D) Cedar shavings
  • 4. Gerbils need access to a:
A) Dust bath
B) Mud bath
C) Water bath
D) Sand bath
  • 5. What is a common health problem in gerbils?
A) Sore nose
B) Sneezing
C) Broken bones
D) Hair loss
  • 6. What is the average lifespan of a gerbil?
A) 5-7 years
B) 10-12 years
C) 2-4 years
D) 1-2 years
  • 7. Gerbils should be fed:
A) Bird seed
B) Gerbil-specific food
C) Cat food
D) Dog food
  • 8. What is a good enrichment item for gerbils?
A) Rocks
B) Cotton balls
C) Cardboard tubes
D) Mirrors
  • 9. Gerbils are social animals and should be kept:
A) In pairs or small groups
B) With guinea pigs
C) With hamsters
D) Alone
  • 10. What is a sign of a healthy gerbil?
A) Lethargy and weight loss
B) Bright eyes and active behavior
C) Dull fur and sneezing
D) Excessive drinking and urination
  • 11. Which of these foods should NOT be given to gerbils?
A) Hay
B) Chocolate
C) Broccoli
D) Carrots
  • 12. Why should gerbils be handled gently?
A) They are fragile
B) To avoid tail slip
C) They bite
D) They scratch
  • 13. What is a common behavior gerbils exhibit?
A) Swimming
B) Barking
C) Digging
D) Flying
  • 14. Where do gerbils originate?
A) Arctic tundra
B) Swamps
C) Tropical rainforests
D) Desert regions
  • 15. How often should a gerbil cage be cleaned?
A) Weekly or bi-weekly
B) Daily
C) Monthly
D) Yearly
  • 16. What is 'tail slip'?
A) A disease
B) A sleeping position
C) A type of dance
D) Loss of skin on the tail
  • 17. What type of water bottle is best for gerbils?
A) Plastic bottle with sipper tube
B) Open water bowl
C) Glass bottle with sipper tube
D) Ceramic bowl
  • 18. What is the scientific name for the most common pet gerbil?
A) Gerbillus pyramidum
B) Meriones unguiculatus
C) Cavia porcellus
D) Mus musculus
  • 19. Why should you avoid sudden changes in a gerbil's diet?
A) It can cause digestive upset
B) They will refuse to eat
C) It makes their fur fall out
D) They will become aggressive
  • 20. What temperature range is ideal for gerbils?
A) 85-95°F
B) 65-75°F
C) 30-40°F
D) 100-110°F
  • 21. Which of the following is a sign of stress in a gerbil?
A) Bar chewing
B) Sleeping
C) Sand bathing
D) Food hoarding
  • 22. What type of exercise wheel is safest for gerbils?
A) Any type of wheel
B) Solid surface wheel
C) Wire wheel
D) Mesh wheel
  • 23. How many pups are typically in a gerbil litter?
A) 10-12
B) 4-8
C) 15-20
D) 1-2
  • 24. What is the gestation period for gerbils?
A) 16-18 days
B) 60-63 days
C) 24-26 days
D) 30-32 days
  • 25. Gerbils are known to be relatively:
A) Smelly
B) Aggressive
C) Loud
D) Odorless
  • 26. What is the best way to introduce two gerbils?
A) Split cage method
B) Bathe them together
C) Put them together immediately
D) Ignore them
  • 27. What does it mean if a gerbil is thumping its hind legs?
A) It's cold
B) It's a warning signal
C) It's happy
D) It's playing
  • 28. Why is chewing important for gerbils?
A) Keeps them warm
B) Helps them find food
C) Helps them sleep
D) Keeps their teeth from overgrowing
  • 29. What should you do if a gerbil appears injured?
A) Wait and see if it gets better
B) Consult a veterinarian
C) Isolate it
D) Give it human medication
  • 30. Which of these toys is unsafe for gerbils?
A) Anything made of soft plastic
B) A ceramic mug
C) A wooden chew toy
D) A coconut shell
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