Lorraine & Carl aren't as shy now

[sherri]

My patience paid off. I just kept sticking my hand in the cage, even if they wouldn't come out and finally today, they both did and not only did they just grab a treat and run, but they crawled all over my hand and even sat on it while they ate for a bit. They also no longer run and hide when they see me coming near the cage or seem nearly as skiddish about noises and movement around them.

I also tried putting my hand in without any treat and Carl came and sat on my hand and cleaned himself.

I really think that the fact that they have each other made the difference. Before Carl came along, Lorraine was a hermit...always in her bed. But, now they are both out and playing in the tubes, running in the wheel, burrowing. It's such a joy to watch them.

I think that on Saturday I will get them out, put them in the play area and see if they are interested in a sand bath.

[pixytwinkle]

hi
im glad everything is working out ok , its so nice when gerbils finally get used to you. My female gerbil Molly took a long time getting used to me but when i got my male Misty it really helped her confidence. Hope you have lots of fun playing with your gerbils ;D
pixytwinkle

[whitmoregirl]

Well done Sherri. That's good to hear.
Now didn't I say getting her a pal would make her happier? ;D
Post pics - I'm nosy!

[gerbilsrgreat]

That sounds so cute! Glad to hear they are getting so tame.

-Jeremiah