Help! Taming gerbils

[gerbilcute]

Hi, I have two gerbils. I’ve had them for a 2 months, but the thing is that I haven’t been trying to tame them or interact with them. Is it too late? I’m scared and sad, please somebody help me.

[barryozzy]

No, it's not too late! I don't think gerbils will become feral like cats, definitely not after just two months. You might need more patience for it if they are older, but if you work at it I have no doubt they could be tamed.

Here are my steps for taming, if you want some tips

• Step One Give them space. Don’t disturb them much, and watch them from a distance.
• Step Two Stand next to the cage and look at them. Talk to them so they get used to your voice.
• Step Three Feed them sunflower seeds and other treats by hand. Make a fist and put it into the cage so your gerbils can smell you, without being able to bite you.
• Step Four Put your hand flat onto the floor of the cage. Put some sunflower seeds on your hand and see if your gerbil will walk and sit on your hand.
• Step Five If your gerbils are comfortable walking and sitting on your hand, try lifting your hand up slowly.
• Step Six If you were successful, you are now great friends with your gerbils! If your gerbils are still not friendly, repeat some steps, go slowly, stay calm, and be patient. All gerbils can be tamed in time.

[gerbil cute]

Thank you sooooo much!! This helped me a lot! I will definitely try to do that! Thanks!!