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