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*Gerbils are energetic, social pets who love to dig, chew, and explore. The Gerbil Education Hub walks you through habitat setup, nutrition tips, and enrichment ideas to help you provide a safe and stimulating environment for pet gerbil.
Gerbils are beloved for their friendly nature - both with humans and fellow gerbils - as well as their incredible tunneling skills, energetic jumps, constant gnawing, and adorable nap habits.
These endearing traits, however, mean that choosing the right housing is essential.
Their instinctive digging, chewing, and leaping can quickly become destructive if their home is not designed to keep them safe and secure. Unlike some pets, gerbils are driven more by movement and play than by food, so their environment needs to reflect that.
Glass aquariums or terrariums are a top choice for gerbil enclosures and are frequently recommended by experts.
These setups are budget friendly, simple to clean, offer a clear view of your pets, and most importantly, are chew proof.
Wire cages are another suitable option, offering durability and security, some featuring a sturdy all metal design with shelves and ramps that stand up to constant gnawing.
Plastic and plastic wire hybrid cages are also widely available and tend to appeal to pet parents, especially children, due to their colorful and playful designs.
However, because gerbils chew nearly everything, experts caution against using plastic based cages as a primary habitat.
When choosing a cage, remember that gerbils are social, active animals that need plenty of space to dig, run, and interact with others.
Chewy editorial team offers helpful guidance on not only selecting the best gerbil housing but also on setting it up with all the essentials to create a safe, stimulating, and cozy home for your furry friend.
