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Gerbils need good care just like all other rodents. In addition to the general Gerbil care, there is of course the specific coat care of the Gerbil . We have placed the latter in its own category.

How to care for a Gerbil?

Care naturally includes good Gerbil food , a spacious Gerbil enclosure , ground cover , etc., but in this category we are talking about keeping the enclosure and the environment clean and fresh on the one hand, and about products that enable supportive care of the Gerbil on the other.

Does a Gerbil need a heat lamp?

Gerbils are desert animals and certainly do not mind heat. They do not necessarily need a heat lamp , but they do like it very much. We have observed our own Gerbils regularly and have seen that they like to lie in the sun when it shines in their enclosure. They really like to lie down in it, which is very nice to see. In the winter, for example, a heat lamp could be very nice for the Gerbils, but it is certainly not a must.

Are Gerbils Clean Animals?

Yes Gerbils are very clean animals compared to many other rodents they smell a lot less and the enclosure stays fresh and clean for a very long time. The only mess they make is messing up the bedding, but of course we find that very nice, because it means the animals are happy!

How should the Gerbil enclosure be cleaned?

Because Gerbils are fairly clean animals, heavy cleaning agents are not necessary. It is very important that the cleaning agents used are also safe for Gerbils. Fortunately, we can help with this and have made a selection of safe cleaning agents in this Gerbil category.

Can a Gerbil be washed?

No, a Gerbil should not be washed or bathed. The animals absolutely do not like water and can catch a cold if they get wet. A sand bath is sufficient for good coat care. If the animals get very dirty for whatever reason, a dry shampoo can be a solution.

What to do about food moths in gerbils?

Feed moths are undesirable, but it can certainly happen that they come along with the Gerbil food, for example. We have special Feed Moth Pheromone Traps for this, with which these unwanted creatures can be stopped quickly and effectively. For more information about the feed moth, we would like to refer you to an extensive blog about the feed moth .