Did you know that Mongolian gerbils, also known as Meriones unguiculatus, have a surprising talent for perceiving human speech sounds? Scientific studies have shown that these small rodents can distinguish between vowels and consonants. But what does this mean for you as a gerbil owner? In this blog, you’ll discover how this research makes gerbils even more fascinating pets and how you can enjoy their unique abilities.
Do you also have a little rodent that loves using their multi-room house as a bathroom? Well, not the whole house, but one specific room in it. That’s actually quite logical: a multi-room house has different spaces, and small rodents often use them for various purposes. Think of a storage room, a nest or sleeping area, and yes... sometimes even a bathroom!
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In today's world, where the well-being of our pets is becoming increasingly important, research and development play a crucial role in improving products for rodents. Our goal is to offer the best for your rodent, which leads to the continuous enhancement of our product range.
Gerbils, also known as desert rats, are adorable granivorous rodents belonging to the order of rodents. In the wild, they live in close-knit family groups, and as pets, they thrive best in the company of others. These small rodents are active both during the day and at night and have a life expectancy of 3 to 4 years. They grow to approximately 10 to 12 cm in length and weigh between 70 and 130 grams.