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