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Gerbilscaping for Gerbils! Create the Perfect Habitat for Your Gerbil
Delicious fresh chamomile for rodents and rabbits. Rodents also frequently encounter chamomile in the wild and enjoy its natural flavor.
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Delicious fresh dandelion is a favorite food for rodents and rabbits. Dandelion is part of the natural diet of many rodents, just as it is eaten in the wild.
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The botanical name Chlorophytum is derived from the Greek terms chloros = yellowish-green and phyton = plant. The green lily is not only a beautiful houseplant but also popular with cats and rodents because of its sturdy leaves. Even birds and terrarium i
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The delightful scent of this plant is almost reminiscent of lemon ice cream! The name "melissa" is derived from the Greek word for honeybee (Melitta).
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The Plantain is a robust native meadow plant and a valuable plant for rodents, birds, turtles and reptiles.
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The aroma of the thyme herb plant alone benefits the respiratory tract of both humans and animals. The delightful thyme scent is refreshing.
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The vitamin plant, also known as the tortoise plant, is a tasty and healthy addition to your rodent or rabbit's daily diet! This plant is also excellent for decorating their enclosure and, especially, for food enrichment.
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The wild strawberry is native throughout Europe and northern Asia. In the wild, it grows preferably in light deciduous and coniferous forests. It is a herbaceous, perennial, and evergreen plant, usually 5 to 25 cm tall and therefore smaller than the commo
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The JR Farm igloo is made from 100% natural miscanthus grass, which naturally has a very high content of raw fibers. The igloo is filled with fragrant mountain hay and can of course be refilled again and again. The igloo itself is untreated and completely
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Grass Tunnel Herbs, Vegetables & Flowers – Natural Hiding Place and Healthy Snack! Natural grass tunnel filled with hay and decorated with flowers, herbs and vegetables. For gnawing, exploring and relaxing.
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Treat your rodents and rabbits to the delicious JR Farm Green Senegal Millet. This natural food supplement is composed of tasty, sun-ripened seeds that provide fun playing and nibbling. The Senegal millet can serve as food enrichment and a decorative addi
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Hamsterscaping Building Blocks – For the ultimate hamster world! These Hamsterscaping Building Blocks with a sand rock look are the perfect addition to your rodent's home. Whether you have a mouse, dwarf hamster, hamster or gerbil, these blocks offer endl
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Bring the natural beauty of the forest to your hamster's cozy home with our Hamsterscaping Deco Wooden Tree of 30 cm! This charming addition to the hamster scaping world is crafted from high quality bench wood and brings a touch of magic to the hamster ho
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The Hamsterscaping My House is a unique and sturdy hideaway (18x15x9 cm) that fits perfectly into any hamster habitat. Ideal for resting, playing, and hiding for small rodents.
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This beautiful Rock Wall can be used for hamster scaping, for example, as a barrier between two bedding plants. The Rock Wall is made of polyester resin (synthetic resin), which is completely non-toxic. Tip: Carefully remove the decoration from the box an
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A bonsai for small rodents, how nice is that? This faithfully reproduced decoration is made of polyester resin (synthetic resin).
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A Cozy Home for your Mice, Hamsters and Gerbils: Create a Natural Refuge That Warms Their Hearts! Imagine a safe haven where your little furry friends feel safe and happy - welcome to the world of mice, hamsters and gerbils. These creatures have a special
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Discover the enchanting JR Farm Hay House with Blossom Roof - the ultimate gnawing paradise for your beloved rodents and rabbits! Treat your furry friends to an irresistible experience with the JR Farm Hay House with Blossom Roof. This unique hay house is
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Spoil your rodents and rabbits with the delicious taste and texture of the Hazelnut Harvest, a natural treat that is both nutritious and tasty. These carefully selected hazelnuts offer your little friends a tasty and crunchy snack to enjoy.
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Bring the magic of winter to your rodent's habitat with the Wintertime Herb Packet. Packed with winter herbs, flowers, decorations, and natural harvests for enrichment, scent enhancement, and hamster scaping.
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Discover the rich diversity of nature with JR Farm Herbal Harvest, a carefully composed mix of different types of wild grasses, spelt, caraway and canary seed. This natural mix offers rodents a varied and healthy diet that stimulates their natural gnawing
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The Spooky Pumpkin Rodent Toy isn’t just for Halloween; it provides endless fun for our furry friends all year round. During Halloween, it adds an extra touch of spooky fun to the lives of rodents and rabbits! Made from loofah and rattan, this toy offers
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Dried Lavender Harvest: Natural Magic for Your Hamsterscape! Imagine your small rodents, like mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils, being able to explore their own enchanted world—that's exactly what Dried Lavender Harvest makes possible!
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Gerbil scaping starts at DRD Rodent Shop! Order everything for the Gerbil Scape quickly and easily at the DRD Gerbil Webshop !
Gerbil scaping is the natural and smart design of a gerbil's habitat , with one clear goal: to give your gerbils the opportunity to do what they're naturally good at: digging, building tunnels, gnawing, collecting, and exploring . The result is not only a beautiful scape, but above all, an enclosure that provides tranquility and daily activity.
At DRD Rodent Shop®, you'll find gerbil scaping products that complement each other perfectly: from diggable bedding to tunnels , houses , and forage enrichment . We've been specializing in rodents and rabbits since 2011 .
The soil is the core: choose diggable and buildable, so that tunnels can remain standing.
Gerbil bedding → | Digging grounds →
Combine tunnels, (multi-room) houses and natural shapes for peace and structure in the landscape.
Houses → | Tunnels →
Add a sandbox, gnawing material and foraging activities to keep the scape interesting every day.
Sandbox → | Play & Forage →
What is gerbil scaping?
Gerbil scaping is the creative and functional design of a gerbil enclosure using materials that reflect natural behavior. Think of a deep digging layer, safe tunnels and hiding places, plus enrichment such as a sandbox and foraging items. Many owners opt for a "natural look" with natural products (e.g., wood, moss, and fiber materials), as long as everything is animal-safe .
The basics: ground cover that can support tunnels
Gerbils are real diggers. A gerbilscape should therefore start with gerbil bedding that provides volume and preferably allows for tunnels. In practice, a deep layer works best: the more space there is for digging, the better your gerbils can create their own routes.
Practical guideline
✔ Choose a diggable soil and make it deep (think of ±20 cm or more if your accommodation allows it).
✔ Mixing is allowed: combining can provide extra stability and structure.
✔ Work in layers: firmer at the bottom, airier at the top for the “construction”.
Popular mix ideas often used in landscapes: Cotton & Cotton , Cotton & Hemp , and Cotton & Wood Fiber . Want extra "natural touches"? Then also consider moss (only if it's truly suitable for animal enclosures).
Building with houses & tunnels: rest, routes and storage places
A good gerbil enclosure offers multiple hiding places. Use houses and tunnels so gerbils can choose: sleep, hide, or store food. For social animals, it's often helpful to have multiple hiding places , so there's always a quiet option.
- Multi-room cottages are popular: sleeping in one room, storage in the other.
- Use routes : tunnel → house → sandbox, so that the scape “walks”.
- Want to add height? Do so in a controlled manner using platforms and ladders (stable and securely placed).
Enrichment: sandbox, gnawing material & foraging
A scape only becomes truly enjoyable when there's something to do every day. So, focus on three pillars: a sandbox (rolling/occupation), gnawing material (natural gnawing behavior), and playing & foraging (searching, sniffing, puzzling). This way, you use food and snacks more intelligently: not as a "perk," but as an activity.
Checklist – Gerbil scaping in 6 practical steps
✔ Choose a suitable accommodation with room for depth.
✔ Create a deep, diggable base – ground cover .
✔ Place multiple houses and tunnels for routes and rest.
✔ Add a sandbox and position it stably.
✔ Provide gnawing material and change it regularly.
✔ Make it interactive with foraging (hiding, searching, puzzles).
Safety
Use only materials intended for animal enclosures. Avoid decorative items (not designed for animals), lacquered/painted items, and small, loose parts. Place heavy objects (such as an exercise wheel) on a stable platform , not loosely on unstable substrates, so digging doesn't create a risk of getting trapped. Never pick up gerbils by their tails. If you have any questions about furnishing or product selection, we're happy to help you via our service page .
FAQ – Gerbilscaping
Where do I start with gerbil scaping?
Always start with the substrate: a deep, diggable substrate . Then build structure with tunnels/houses and add enrichment (sandbox, gnawing material, foraging).
How deep should the ground cover be?
The more burial space, the better. A practical base of approximately 20 cm or more often works, depending on the enclosure. More important than the exact number: the ground must be excavatable and preferably able to support tunnels.
Which materials should I avoid?
Avoid lacquered/painted materials, loose decorative items, sharp edges, and small parts that could be swallowed. Instead, choose products specifically designed for rodents and gerbil habitats.
How often do I change a gerbil's cape?
Small adjustments (changing routes, introducing new gnawing material, or foraging assignments) can be made regularly. Major maintenance should be done gradually to maintain group familiarity and minimize stress.
✔ Gerbil scaping is all about digging, routes and resting places
✔ Deep excavation layer + houses/tunnels + enrichment = strong base
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