81. Caring For All Animals In Ireland - The Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals looking for good homes, pet care tips, animal welfare campaigns and localSPCA information is Home / pet care / Your pet Gerbil, ISPCA, ISPCA http://www.ispca.ie/petcare/pet-gerbil.html

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83. Pet Care | Midwest Bird Ad Exotic Animal Hospital These rodents rarely bite or fight, are easy to keep clean and care for and These qualities make the gerbil an ideal pet as well as laboratory rodent. http://www.midwestexotichospital.com/html/care/gerb/care_gerb.html

Gerbils Gerbil Facts Scientific Name Meriones unguiculatus Life Span Environment Temperature Range Relative Humidity Range Breeding Range Estrous Cycle Gestation Period Litter Size Weaning Age 21 days Diet and Handling Housing and Breeding Breeding (cont'd) and Non-Infectious Conditions Disease Conditions The Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguiculatus) is a small rodent native to the desert regions of Mongolia and northeastern China. Gerbils are burrowing, social animals which are active both during the day and night. Their burrows are composed of elaborate tunnels with multiple entrances, nesting rooms and food compartments. The native color variety is agouti, mixed brown with dark pigmented skin, light brown to white ventrum (chest and abdomen) and darker dorsal (back) coat. Other color varieties that exist include black, white and cinnamon. Color combinations of black or brown with a white band over the chest area are also common. Gerbils have a marking scent gland, which appears as a tan colored hairless area in the middle of their abdomen. The gerbil is a curious, friendly and nearly odorless rodent, which makes it a very popular pet. They have adapted well to captivity and tend to be relatively free of naturally occurring infectious diseases. These rodents rarely bite or fight, are easy to keep clean and care for and are relatively easy to handle. These qualities make the gerbil an ideal pet as well as laboratory rodent.

84. Pocket Pets care of Small Pocket Pets. Guinea Pigs. Hamsters. gerbils. Mice and Rats.Health Problems of Pocket Pets. Pocket Pets include guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils http://www.mesavet.com/library/PocketPets.htm

Home Client Forms Careers Search MVH WELCOMES NEW DOCTOR Mesa Veterinary Hospital is pleased to announce the arrival of Associate Veterinarian Dr. Michelle Moeller . Dr. Moeller comes to Mesa after completing a year-long internship at Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona, where she focused on small animal medicine and surgery. WE HAVE A WINNER! The winner of our Senior Pet Challenge contest is Lesilie Peterson of Chandler, Arizona. Lesilie owns a senior dog and cats. She'll receive 100 pounds of Hill's Science Diet Dog Food. The winner was selected from the correct entries received. Congratulations Lesilie! Care of Small Pocket Pets Guinea Pigs Hamsters Gerbils Mice and Rats ... Health Problems of Pocket Pets Pocket Pets include guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice and rats. The care of each of these pets is similar. Each require a roomy, safe cage appropriate for their size and climbing habits. The cage can be bedded with wood shavings or shredded paper and food should be supplied in suspended feeders or heavy crocks that can't be tipped. It is best to accustom these pets to drink from a water bottle with a sipper tube to prevent water from spilling in the cage. Guinea Pigs Guinea pigs are native to the Andes Mountains of South America, but are commonly seen here as pets and research animals. They are related to chinchillas and porcupines. Guinea pigs make excellent pets if handled gently and seldom bite. They can be housed in a large aquarium or other open top enclosure as they seldom climb. They are best kept at 65-79 F. Guinea pigs are fed commercial pellets. Because they, like humans need vitamin C, they can be fed one small handful of kale or cabbage or one quarter orange daily.

85. Professional School Counseling: Counseling With Pocket Pets: Using Small Animals Pocket pets such as hamsters, gerbils, and guinea pigs provide a pet carecan be especially helpful for students with hygiene and grooming concerns. http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0KOC/is_5_8/ai_n14723518

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89. Caring For Your Gerbils gerbils make fun and entertaining pets for both young and old. or on yourhead ;) I think gerbils make the BEST pets! gerbils require a minimum of care. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/9792/care.html

Last revised 1/20/99 Caring For Your Gerbils Here is my advice to those considering getting gerbils or those who are newcomers to gerbil keeping. If you want further advice, see the Gerbil FAQ Topics: What Is A Gerbil? Things to Consider First Proper Gerbil Housing Gerbil Feeding ... Other Gerbil Owners What Is A Gerbil? A gerbil is a rodent halfway between a rat and a mouse in size. They're usually 2-4 oz, and have a slightly different facial shape than a mouse or rat. Their long tails are also covered in fur and end in a bit of a tuft. Their eyes are deep black or ruby red, and they come in dozens of different colors, from regular agouti, to black, to siamese, to even blue! Gerbils make fun and entertaining pets for both young and old. Gerbils are fun to watch. Their antics can entertain you for hours. They are also incredibly friendly. They can be taught to climb up your shoulder and can sit there, or on your head ;) I think gerbils make the BEST pets! Gerbils require a minimum of care. Their homes take up little space, they are low-maintanance because they create little odor, and they do not need frequent vet visits. They also are not as prone to tumors or respiratory problems as, say, mice and rats. They are also very friendly, social, and rarely bite, as is the case with some rodents that will remain anonymous. Things to Consider First Before you get your gerbils, you have to decide just what you're looking for. How many do you want? What colors do you prefer? Do you prefer a certain gender? Do you want to breed?

90. The Pet Care Trust - News Releases With the death of a gerbil, the students mourned the loss by writing and drawing, Teachers attending pet care Trust Animals in the Classroom Workshops http://www.petsforum.com/petcaretrust/PCTNR12.htm

About the Pet Care Trust Board of Trustees Programs: Programs: Fish Health Management Videos Programs: Sue Busch Animals in the Classroom News Releases P.C.T. HOME Survey of Pet Animals in the Classroom, Purdue University Pet Care Trust, February, 2000 The Pet Care Trust funded a project conducted by Dr. Alan Beck, Prof. of Animal Ecology, School of Veterinary Medicine, and Dr. Anthony Rud, Jr., Assoc. Dean, School of Education, Purdue University, to survey pet animals in classroom. In 1998, 1,999 surveys were sent to elementary school teachers in Indiana. A total of 428 responses (21.4%) were completed and returned. Most of the surveys came from teachers in small cities (71.8%), with the balance from farm areas or cities less than 25,000 population. Of this sample, 26.6% of the teachers kept one or more resident animals in their classroom, and 46% of teachers who did not keep resident pets, did allow animals to visit the classroom. A wide variety of animals were found in Indiana elementary classrooms. Mammals include chinchillas, gerbils, Guinea pigs, hamsters, mice, rats, hedge hogs and rabbits. The only birds found were parakeets, but reptiles included, anoles, iguanas, legless lizards, snakes (garter, corn and boa) and box turtles. Amphibians include frogs, toads and salamanders, while fish included goldfish, Betas, guppies and other tropical fish. Invertebrates include ants, butterflies, cockroaches, crickets, mealworms, hermit crabs, crawfish, snails, spiders and a sea anemone. Teachers responding to the survey discussed the benefits and the downsides of resident animals in the classroom. Examples: 1. With the death of a gerbil, the students mourned the loss by writing and drawing, and then a funeral was conducted where 5-6 students said something nice about the gerbil and then sang the school song; 2. A snake escaped from it's habitat and was later found in the principal's office.

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94. RODENTFANCY.COM - For Fanciers Of All Rodents Including Rats, Mice, Gerbils, Ham Trifold flier with basic pet care information for the new pet rat or mouse owner.May be freely copied and distributed so long as no fee is charged and http://www.rodentfancy.com/rmfe/articles.shtml

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95. P1183 4-H Pet Care Project List other things you have done in the pet care project. Seniors Enjoy YourGerbils, Rats and Mice, Helen Perley, The pet Library, Ltd., New Jersey. http://msucares.com/pubs/publications/p1183.htm

4-H Pet Care Project What is a pet? A pet is any living thing that lives in your home and depends on you for its survival. Wild animals should not be captured and kept as pets. They are difficult to tame and seldom make suitable pets. It is your responsibility to learn as much about your pet as possible. Pet stores sell inexpensive books about small animals. Libraries and book stores have books about pets. Consult your veterinarian on selecting and caring for a pet. Things you can do in your Pet Project Juniors Check Own one or more pets. Select a suitable pet. Properly feed and care for a pet. Take part in a pet show. Give a visual presentation on pet care. Complete a 4-H pet care record. Report on leash laws in your community. Buy or build a home for a pet. List other things you have done in the Pet Care project. Seniors Check Own one or more pets.

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98. Gerbils Other species available as pets are Duprasi or Fat Tailed gerbils, Shaws Jirds, gerbils are very tolerant and require little in the way of special care. http://www.webcom.com/lstead/rodents/gerbils.html

Mongolian Gerbils as Pets Introduction Mongolian Gerbils are one of what I've called "the big four" of rodent pets (hamsters, mice, rats, and gerbils). They have been kept as pets for roughly 30 years and are available in a wide variety of colors. The Mongolian Gerbil is the species most commonly kept as pets and unless otherwise noted the term "gerbil" almost always refers to this species. Other species available as pets are Duprasi or Fat Tailed Gerbils, Shaws Jirds, and a few West African Sspecies. Positives Gerbils have many features that make them excellent pets. Probably their greatest advantage is that they are desert animals and have a very efficient use of food and water. The benefit of this for a pet owner is that they produce little urine and their cages do not need to be cleaned as frequently as other rodent pets. Another major positive to gerbils is that they are absolutely fearless. People have speculated that this may be due to a limited number of predators in their home environment or that nothing in their "pet" environment pushes their buttons. Since the animals are not afraid, they are generally easier to tame, and their response to new stimuli is generally to explore (they are very curious) or flee rather than to bite. Negatives The only negative I can think of with gerbils is their incessant gnawing and scratching. This makes it impossible to use plastic cages. If left in a plastic cage for permanent housing, they will eventually gnaw their way out. If left in one for a short time, they will usually scratch the sides to an extent that within a few weeks, the plastic will be sufficiently scratched that you will not be able to see through it.

99. Allerpet Inc. Allergy Information Site - Care & Habitat: Small Furry Animals - G care habitat. The Small Furry Animals gerbils, Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, Mice Rats Small furry pets, especially guinea pigs, can be quite messy, http://www.allerpet.com/products/care/care3.htm

The Small Furry Animals... About Ferrets Return To Small Animal Product Page General Information Choosing a Cage Cleaning a Cage About Ferrets: General Information Grooming Your Ferret Cleansing Your Ferret General Information Although gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, mice and rats belong to the rodent family, each species has its own particular habits and specific needs. Choosing a Cage Choosing the proper cage will not only increase your enjoyment of the animal but also play an important role in its health. Ask your pet supplies dealer to recommend the type of cage to use, and tell you how to set it up and equip it with the proper accessories. The pet store owner can also recommend a variety of natural, non-toxic, absorbent shavings and other bedding and nesting materials for small animals. Placement of the cage is important. Since rodents are highly susceptible to chilling and overheating, keep the cage in a well-ventilated room but away from drafts, air conditioning vents, radiators, or windows that are hit by direct sunlight. You should also ensure that other pets, specifically cats or dogs, cannot jab their paws or noses in the cage or otherwise gain access it. Return to Top Cleaning the Cage It is extremely important to keep the cage hygienically clean because rodent urine is not only unpleasant smelling but also, and more importantly, a primary source of allergens. Although rodents are naturally clean in the wild, when they are confined to a cage, urine and fecal matter accumulate quickly and cause a strong odor. In addition, certain rodents, particularly males that have matured sexually, emit a strong-smelling odor from their scent glands.

100. Gerbil Short Story Dad would be the one delighted at the birth of new gerbils and unable to let anyof them go. He d be the one running to the store for more pet stuff. http://www.samizdat.com/gerbils.html

Hundreds and Hundreds of Gerbils by Richard Seltzer seltzer@samizdat.com http://www.samizdat.com/ This story has not yet been published in paper form. But it is available together with other stories and with the second edition of The Lizard of Oz on CD ROM at a single diskette from http://store.yahoo.com/samizdat/lizofoznowan.html Responses from readers of this story Bobby knew that fathers are pushovers when it comes to pets, especially gerbils. Sure, Dad talks tough, "There will be no pets in this house ever. And that's final!" But just warm him up a bit with a trip to the zoo, then a visit to a friend with some brand-new baby gerbils. All it takes is preparation, timing and technique, and suddenly he'd be saying, "But just one gerbil would be so lonely all by himself." Dad would be the one delighted at the birth of new gerbils and unable to let any of them go. He'd be the one running to the store for more pet stuff. Bobby had heard all about this weakness of fathers from his friend Jimmy at school. He had seen Jimmy's house turned into a maze of pet cages and tubes. And he knew he could make the same thing happen at his house. Yes, nine-year-old Bobby was quite proud of himself, sitting in the car with his sister Heather and brother Mikey on their way to the zoo. He knew just what to do and how to do it to start a whole gerbil adventure.

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