How To Care For Your Gerbil

Gerbils are members of the rodent family. They average between 6 and 12 inches in length and generally weigh 2.5 ounces.

Gerbils make excellent pets. They are curious and friendly and can be handled by children - although they do move very quickly so some adult supervision is recommended.

Gerbils enjoy burrowing and hiding, so providing a thick layer of bedding they can dig into keeps them happy.

Most gerbils kept as pets should be fed a diet of seeds and nuts, along with some fresh fruit.

To learn more about gerbils, and get some tips for how to look after them yourself, visit the VideoJug website and view their Gerbil film, presented by an expert on gerbils.