Damn watching your video and Erins Arks gerbil tank (plus the detolf one, though I’m half tempted to invest in a juggernaut sized tank for more bedding height) so hard to pick which one to go with, all have some great features! I like Erins space for exploration but I love all your underground stuff! But this is one of the great things about gerbils. Any other animal cleaning out their enclosure was a chore but for them it’s an experience because of how they get with a new tank
Hey Aiki if you have any questions about the detolf setup for gerbils lmk and I could try to help you out cuz I just got if for my boys a few weeks ago ❤️
Some gerbils are more outgoing so you can scoop them. Otherwise I just take the bedding out carefully until I get to their burrows, and when they pop out I use a jar or container or tunnel and let them crawl into it, then transfer them that way.
It all gets mixed up in the end once the gerbils get to work. I don't really have a reason for layering it, I like to have the hay closer to the top as it prevents the bedding from flying up into the topper. It also holds well for them to get their tunnels started.
I am thinking of getting a wodent wheel for my gerbils. But they are plastic and I am slightly worried about them chewing it up. In your opinion do you think it will be a problem?
It really depends on the gerbils! My first 2 boys didn't chew it, but my current boys do. You won't know until you try, or you could start off with a wooden one.
Hi, I just brought home 2 gerbils this past Friday (my first time having gerbils). I’m learning slowly on caring for them. My question is they go to the bathroom everywhere within their 40 gallon tank there’s no one spot that I see that they like to use. I have a sand bath set up for them and they use that also. With them going randomly throughout the tank is there any way for me to train them to narrow down where they go? Also I’m trying to get them comfortable with touch and being held, one is really good with coming to me and stepping onto my palm allowing me to pick him up but every time I pick him up he poops and pees on me 🤦♀️ . Is there a way to lessen this from happening?
@@corilynn3378 congratulations on your new friends ! If they are young gerbils, they certainly will adapt to using the sand eventually.. it takes time. As they get older, they still go in their burrows and make the occasional mess elsewhere, but they will mostly use the sand. I have a video on tips and tricks for sand training your gerbil, it may be of help. I will link it underneath this comment. They are just nervous! Gerbils are a prey animal and can be skittish to start with, different gerbils also have different personalities. Some like to be handled, some don't. I think offering treats in the palm of your hand will encourage them to get comfortable and not run away. Eventually they will just sit right in your hand and happily eat treats :) Be calm, let them approach you, and don't scoop them up, let them explore you, get used to your hands, it will help in the long run :).
@@popcorningpets5292 I do think it is a good wheel. I also recommend a minimum of a 9" wheel, Although I know that some people do advise an 8" as a minimum, it's just something I personally find too small. If you notice that their backs are curving or they're not able to take a flat step in front of them it may be time to upgrade the wheel.
I have tried so many different ways to avoid moving our tank when I clean, but it is pretty much impossible. I even tried using a shop vac to suck up the old bedding, but it clogged up the hose. Now, my husband and I just pick up our 40 gallon breeder, carry it to the garage, and dump it into the garbGe after removing the girls, their stuff, and half the bedding. It kind of sucks since we have to climb over the boat hitch. Lol. We will haVe two tanks to move since my original pair declanned, so I am about to get the solo gerbil 40 gallon breeder. She is currently in a 20 gallon tank.
I suggest a hand held broom and dust pan to sweep the bottom and a spray bottles and paper towels to finish the job! This way you don't have to lug around such a monster! I hope it helps
@@TheGerbilVineI saw that you used Timothy Hay and that is one of the more harsher hays I would recommend using orchard grass hay as it is softer. I was going to give you a link then I realised the link doesn't work.
@@popcorningpets5292 I've tried many hays and Timothy hay works really well. The gerbils like how hard it is, as its better for nibbling than orchard grass or oat hay, which are more flexible. I'm always trying out new brands and textures and the browns tropical carnival one seems really good imo.
Hi!
It’s 4 AM where I am rn and I can’t sleeepppp 😅
@@victorc4_1234 It's almost 5 AM where I am now and I'm just finishing my night shift at my job lol hopefully you're able to go back to sleep
@@TheGerbilVine thanks bex🥰 have a great weekend! 💛
Aw, thanks! You too !
Mine is going good! Thank you for asking
I love the peanut butter sandwich analogy 😄
It makes sense? Lol
@@TheGerbilVine it definitely does! The peanut butter layer is the best layer 😄
thank you!! I now have my own ideas for an underground world!!!!
Oooh yay! & you're so welcome:)
There so happy ! My day is good I mailed my sister her birthday present today!
What a nice human you are! Sounds like a good day
Nice set up!
Thank You! 💙
This video is absolutely brilliant! Thank you for sharing
Awesome video ! Beautiful gerbils ♥️
Damn watching your video and Erins Arks gerbil tank (plus the detolf one, though I’m half tempted to invest in a juggernaut sized tank for more bedding height) so hard to pick which one to go with, all have some great features! I like Erins space for exploration but I love all your underground stuff! But this is one of the great things about gerbils. Any other animal cleaning out their enclosure was a chore but for them it’s an experience because of how they get with a new tank
Exactly! Its like a new home everytime. Its an experience lol
Hey Aiki if you have any questions about the detolf setup for gerbils lmk and I could try to help you out cuz I just got if for my boys a few weeks ago ❤️
Where did you get your topper ?
I made it!
ruclips.net/video/_hJwQXyw4q8/видео.html
Hello again! 👋 im building a topper also and i was wodering what type of wood you used for the floor? Thanks!
I used a melamine piece of wood
How do you get your gerbils out of your tank for cleaning? Mine are very skittish and one in particular hides whenever he sees me.
Some gerbils are more outgoing so you can scoop them. Otherwise I just take the bedding out carefully until I get to their burrows, and when they pop out I use a jar or container or tunnel and let them crawl into it, then transfer them that way.
Courious y not mix the 3 type of substrate? And just layer it?
It all gets mixed up in the end once the gerbils get to work. I don't really have a reason for layering it, I like to have the hay closer to the top as it prevents the bedding from flying up into the topper. It also holds well for them to get their tunnels started.
I am thinking of getting a wodent wheel for my gerbils. But they are plastic and I am slightly worried about them chewing it up. In your opinion do you think it will be a problem?
It really depends on the gerbils! My first 2 boys didn't chew it, but my current boys do. You won't know until you try, or you could start off with a wooden one.
@@TheGerbilVine Thanks, I went ahead and ordered it. Thank you for the advice
Hi, I just brought home 2 gerbils this past Friday (my first time having gerbils). I’m learning slowly on caring for them. My question is they go to the bathroom everywhere within their 40 gallon tank there’s no one spot that I see that they like to use. I have a sand bath set up for them and they use that also. With them going randomly throughout the tank is there any way for me to train them to narrow down where they go? Also I’m trying to get them comfortable with touch and being held, one is really good with coming to me and stepping onto my palm allowing me to pick him up but every time I pick him up he poops and pees on me 🤦♀️ . Is there a way to lessen this from happening?
@@corilynn3378 congratulations on your new friends ! If they are young gerbils, they certainly will adapt to using the sand eventually.. it takes time. As they get older, they still go in their burrows and make the occasional mess elsewhere, but they will mostly use the sand.
I have a video on tips and tricks for sand training your gerbil, it may be of help. I will link it underneath this comment.
They are just nervous! Gerbils are a prey animal and can be skittish to start with, different gerbils also have different personalities. Some like to be handled, some don't.
I think offering treats in the palm of your hand will encourage them to get comfortable and not run away. Eventually they will just sit right in your hand and happily eat treats :)
Be calm, let them approach you, and don't scoop them up, let them explore you, get used to your hands, it will help in the long run :).
@@corilynn3378 ruclips.net/video/h0g-y6dEneE/видео.htmlsi=eX5I5A6R_3aO0RSA
@@TheGerbilVine thank you so much for the advice! I’m definitely going to check out your training video!
I have never seen my gerbil use his wheel. Do you recommend the nitangle wheel? (I have a wooden wheel)
If you have a wooden one and nothing is wrong with it why bother replacing it ?
@@TheGerbilVine I was give wondering if it was a good wheel for the future as my wooden one is 8 inches.
@@popcorningpets5292 I do think it is a good wheel. I also recommend a minimum of a 9" wheel, Although I know that some people do advise an 8" as a minimum, it's just something I personally find too small. If you notice that their backs are curving or they're not able to take a flat step in front of them it may be time to upgrade the wheel.
I have tried so many different ways to avoid moving our tank when I clean, but it is pretty much impossible. I even tried using a shop vac to suck up the old bedding, but it clogged up the hose.
Now, my husband and I just pick up our 40 gallon breeder, carry it to the garage, and dump it into the garbGe after removing the girls, their stuff, and half the bedding.
It kind of sucks since we have to climb over the boat hitch. Lol.
We will haVe two tanks to move since my original pair declanned, so I am about to get the solo gerbil 40 gallon breeder. She is currently in a 20 gallon tank.
I suggest a hand held broom and dust pan to sweep the bottom and a spray bottles and paper towels to finish the job! This way you don't have to lug around such a monster! I hope it helps
sorry if the link doesn't work
What link?
@@TheGerbilVineI saw that you used Timothy Hay and that is one of the more harsher hays I would recommend using orchard grass hay as it is softer. I was going to give you a link then I realised the link doesn't work.
@@popcorningpets5292 I've tried many hays and Timothy hay works really well. The gerbils like how hard it is, as its better for nibbling than orchard grass or oat hay, which are more flexible. I'm always trying out new brands and textures and the browns tropical carnival one seems really good imo.
@@TheGerbilVine Okay. I just thought I should point it out. See you in your next video.