Gerbil — breeding (owner-practical care, Merck Veterinary Manual pet-owner)
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Keeping gerbils in pairs, especially same-sex pairs from the same litter, is recommended.Pregnancy lasts about 24 days, and a litter consists of 1 to 8 gerbil pups.Ovarian cysts, which occur in many older female gerbils, are the major cause of infertility and small litter sizes.Care of Newborns Gerbils instinctively take good care of their offspring, and no owner intervention is required.Quesenberry , DVM, MPH, DABVP (Avian) Last updated: Sept 2024 v3226869 Gerbils are available at many pet stores, or they can often be obtained from a local breeder.
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