Gerbils are small rodents that are kept as pets all over the world, although the species originates from Mongolia. Their full name, the Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguiculatus), reflects their ...

Gerbils are energetic pets that need engagement. Along with plenty of climbing features, they need things to chew on. Fixtures made of cardboard and soft paper will get torn apart, ...

This is the moment a Viking-style river cremation was given to a pet gerbil. The beloved rodent called Nibbles had a funeral fitting of a Norse warrior. The gerbil passed away and his body was plac… ...

Your pet gerbil is plotting your death Gerbils, not rats, may be responsible for the plague that wiped out half of Europe in the 1300's. If you've ever met one, this should not surprise you.

A pet gerbil was found in his cage in the middle of a road in Barnegat and has been rescued by the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge. Click here for important updates to our privacy policy.

Gerbils are quiet animals, but like all pets, they have daily needs and special dietary guidelines. Remember to do your research before bringing any pet home. TO ADOPT.

You will never look at your pet gerbil the same way again. — -- Historians have long blamed rats for spreading the plague in Europe nicknamed the "Black Death" in the 14th century, but new ...