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Gerbils - Supplies

Exercise Wheels
When selecting an exercise wheel, "safety" is the key word. The safest exercise wheel for your gerbil is one that is enclosed or does not have open spaces between the rungs. Gerbils run the risk of catching and breaking or severely injuring their long ...

Runabouts and Exercise Wheels
Gerbils require exercise to stay healthy, and if they don't get enough, they become obese and lethargic. One of the best ways for them to exercise is to run on gerbil exercise wheels, which they enjoy immensely. Exercise Wheels When selecting an ...

Toys
When selecting toys for your gerbil, keep in mind that he'll quickly chew apart and destroy any plastic item he's given. Gerbils enjoy running, hiding, chewing, burrowing, climbing, jumping and playing. Toys designed for gerbils cultivate these favored ...

Cleaning Supplies and Equipment
Cleanliness is not only important to the health of your gerbil, but also for maintaining a pleasant home environment for all the members of your family. Nothing can put a damper on gerbil ownership more quickly than unpleasant odors and the sight of ...

Housing and Cages
Your gerbil may be housed in a cage or "habitat" designed specifically for small rodents, or he could live in an aquarium. Following are important points to consider when selecting your gerbil's housing. Housing/Cage Style Aquariums - Glass aquariums ...