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If there's any biting or wounds then they need to be separated. Gerbils play fight by doing a high-five type motion with their front paws while up on their hind legs. They also roll around and pin each other down sometimes. The only way to ensure that your gerbils are suitable roommates is to make sure they are siblings. Only a reputable breeder can guarantee that. If you are introducing 2 gerbils for the first time you need to do a split cage method to let them get used to each other.
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What are the nicest gerbils?
I think that an older male and a much younger male gerbil are the nicest.. Female gerbils from my experience can be really mean and nasty to each other and you. Boys in general =much better.
What does it mean when your gerbils thumps their back feet really fast?
It makes a warning noise to alert other gerbils in the colony that 'something' might not be right. It puts the other gerbils on alert too, to be aware of potential danger.
How do gerbils talk to other gerbils?
First of all, do not just throw two gerbils into a tank and expect them to be best buddies. They need to be familiar with the gerbil first. Split your tank in half with wire mesh with 1/4 of an inch space in between the links so they can't bite or scratch the other gerbil. Next, hang a water bottle, put a food dish w/ food, and put some toys on each side. Put one gerbil on each side of the mesh. Don't be surprised if they try to bite each other, this is normal. Alternate the gerbils a few times a day so the ycan get used to the other gerbil's scent. Signs that the gerbils are ready to have the mesh removed are cuddling through the mesh at night and grooming through the mesh. When you remove the mesh, wear tough gloves in case the gerbils decide that they would like to fight. If they do fight, separate them immediately and replace the mesh. If they are chasing each other or the gerbils look frightened, put the mesh back. If they are grooming each other, sleeping, or nonchalantly doing gerbil behaviors, stay and watch them for at least 2 hours to make sure they aren't being very good actors. If everything goes well, they should be fine. If you had to replace the mesh, repeat everything and try again. If they still won't stop fighting for over a month, return the other gerbil and get a new one. Sometimes, just like people, some gerbils just aren't compatable.
What does being at loggerheads with each other mean?
That you disagree with the other person and neither are prepared to change their viewpoint.
Do Gerbils enjoy playing with mice?
no gerbils think mice are very mean, rotten and smelly
My birds are pecking at each other what does that mean?
They probably don't like being caged.
Are Siamese gerbils nasty?
Well in my opinion (because I have never had one) siamese gerbils aren't any different from any other gerbil.......so they should be mean unless if they have been neglected. Does that answer your question?
Why are friends mean to each other?
Why are friends mean to each other? They usually have some form of jealousy, dishonesty, or lack of maturity in understanding the value of good friendships, and being supportive, as human beings.
What seems to be every one's excuse for being mean to each other?
Most likely it would be "he or she started it" or "he's or she's mean to me".
Are gerbils diural?
if you mean will they fight for dominate then yes
What does it mean when gerbils swirl there tales?
it means that they are pissed off.
What does it mean when your ex boyfriend suggests a love song to you about being meant for each other?
Then it means that he wants you back
