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Gerbil – everything for gerbil scaping, digging, nutrition & enrichment
Gerbils – Furnishings, food & gerbil landscaping for active digging fun
Gerbils are smart, curious rodents who thrive on a deep digging layer, plenty of gnawing and exploring material, and a design that encourages tunnel building. Therefore, in this Gerbil category, you won't find "one-size-fits-all" solutions, but a carefully curated selection that reflects their natural behavior: digging, gnawing, gathering, and foraging.
At DRD Rodent Shop®, we make choosing easier: clear subcategories, practical tips, and products that make sense within a gerbil habitat. Specialists in rodents and rabbits since 2011 .
Build an enclosure with a deep, stable digging layer and safe tunnels/houses for natural behavior.
Gerbil scaping → | Ground cover →
A sandbox is a must-have for both care and enrichment. Combine it with gnawing material and foraging.
Sandbox → | Play & Forage →
Good nutrition, always fresh drinking water, and a suitable cage are essential. Snacks are a supplement.
Gerbil food → | Hay, herbs & seeds →
What can you find in the Gerbil category?
This main category includes everything you need to make a gerbil habitat safe, diggable, and challenging . Think: gerbil cages/enclosures , bedding , nesting material , houses , tunnels , sandboxes , safe exercise wheels , and of course, everything related to food , snacks , and care .
What does your gerbil need as a minimum?
Want to get off to a good start (or upgrade your enclosure)? Here's the practical basics for most pet gerbils:
- Spacious enclosure with plenty of floor surface and room for a deep digging layer – gerbil cage/enclosure .
- Diggable ground cover (preferably to be combined/mixed) – ground cover .
- Multiple hiding places and routes (tunnels/houses) – houses & tunnels .
- Sandbox for rolling and activity – sandbox .
- Gnawing material for natural gnawing behaviour – gnawing material .
- Complete gerbil food + variety – gerbil food & hay, herbs & seeds .
- Fresh drinking water (roast-proof) – drinking bottles & water bowls .
Gerbil scaping & furnishing: how to make the stay interesting
A good gerbil habitat is all about depth and structure . A solid digging layer allows gerbils to create tunnels and retreat. Only then should you add "superstructure": houses, tunnels, and safe routes. Also consider variety: gnawing wood, foraging items, and materials they can drag, gnaw, and hide with.
- Gerbil scaping – inspiration and design that suits digging behavior.
- Platforms & ladders – clever use for variety, without making the accommodation unnecessarily high.
- Play & Foraging – Make foraging an activity.
Food & snacks: variety without snacks taking center stage
A practical rule of thumb: basic food is the guiding principle , variety is the supporting element. In this category, you'll find complete gerbil food and supplements that you can use for enrichment (for example, during foraging). Snacks are ideal as a mini-reward, but always give them consciously and in small quantities.
See also: Gerbil food , hay, herbs & seeds , fresh plants and snacks .
Practical guidelines
✔ Use snacks primarily as enrichment (foraging) and not “just like that”.
✔ Vary the structure: gnawing, searching, dragging and hiding.
✔ Build the enclosure around the excavation layer ; furnishing comes afterward.
Checklist – Getting your gerbil enclosure right the first time
✔ Spacious enclosure with plenty of floor surface – gerbil cage .
✔ Deep, diggable ground cover – ground cover .
✔ Multiple hiding places + routes – houses & tunnels .
✔ Sandbox for rolling and activity – sandbox .
✔ Gnawing material + enrichment – gnawing material & playing/foraging .
✔ Basic food + water in order – food & drinking bottle/water bowl .
Safety
Preferably choose chew-proof materials and avoid sharp edges or loose parts that could get their paws caught. Use a closed, stable exercise wheel of the appropriate size and install it securely. Introduce new foods or treats slowly. Gerbils are sensitive to stress; always lift them gently and never by the tail . If you have any doubts about their appetite, stool, or behavior, contact a veterinarian. Need help choosing? Also see the Gerbil information or contact us via our service page .
FAQ – Gerbil
Which cage is suitable for gerbils?
Ideally, choose an enclosure with ample floor space and room for a deep digging layer. For (mostly) social gerbils, housing them together is common; choose a cage based on group size and furnishings. View gerbil cages .
How deep should be gerbil bedding?
Gerbils love to dig. A deep layer that can support tunnels (preferably with diggable substrate) is practical. See gerbil substrate and gerbil scaping for combinations.
Do gerbils need a sandbox?
A sandbox is a great addition for rolling and playing. Choose suitable sand and offer it in a stable box. View gerbil sandbox .
How do I choose a suitable exercise wheel for gerbils?
Choose a closed running surface and a size that allows the gerbil to walk straight (often around 28–30 cm , depending on size). Consider gerbil exercise wheels .
✔ Targeted range for digging, gnawing and foraging
✔ Selection assistance through clear subcategories and practical guidelines
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