In the pet world, few small animals are as adorable as gerbils. Gerbils make wonderful pets, especially for kids. They’re entertaining, don’t make a huge mess, and don’t smell terrible if their pen is kept clean. One question many people ask about gerbils is where they like to be petted.
Native to Africa and Asia, gerbils are long-tailed, small, burrowing rodents that live in colonies in the wild. These cute little animals can make great pets because they’re easy to keep and maintain and they’re highly entertaining to watch. Gerbils are also inexpensive animals to buy and easy to find for sale as many pet … Read more
Gerbils are small, friendly animals that make great first pets. They are fun to watch and don’t smell bad like some other rodents. One of the questions we get most often is from people wondering if a gerbil will bite. Unfortunately, the short answer is yes. Your gerbil can and will bite if provoked.