Gerbils are social animals, meaning, if you are considering a gerbil as a pet, you had better consider more than just one. Gerbils are lively, "durable", curious, and friendly animals who adore being loved. Yet, even though they are "durable", gerbils are not a recommended pet for children under the age of 8 or older. Severe supervison will be required for children under the age of 8 to ensure no accidents or injuries occur to either the child or the gerbil.
Deciding between male and female all depends on how many gerbils you want. Starting with two is a must. Male gerbils are less aggressive and can live in groups of up to 4 or more. Females are better left in groups of no more than 3. Either sex makes a wonderful pet. If you decide to breed, please goto our breeding page before getting your gerbils.
Gerbils are rather inexpensive to own and love. The only part that can be pricey is when you first acguire your gerbils, their cage, and all other accessories. After that they require very little money for upkeep and very little space, depending on their cages, making them ideal pets for those in small houses, apartments, etc.
When choosing a gerbil, you need to take into consideration whether you want males, females, or are thinking about breeding. Where you get your gerbil is very important too.