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