Got 3 male gerbils today. Did lots of research before, but still lots of questions. First, the mess!! They are in a tank with glass/ plastic at bottom and cage on top. They are digging, as they're supposed to, but kicking so much sawdust out of the cage. It's all over the floor. Any tips for this, or do I just have to live with it?
Second, they are scrabbling furiously at the glass; I'm worried they're distressed. Will this calm down when they're settled? Third, the food is in a metal bowl at the top of the cage and they haven't ventured up there yet. We've dropped a few bits in near them, but I don't know if they're going to find the food. I assume it's supposed to be up top to keep it separate. ..should I move it to where they can see it?
Thanks for any advice; I really want them to be happy and Ok.
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gerbil newbie- lots of questions!
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mrsbabookaloo · 21/09/2014 20:29
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