Your gerbil is a part of your family and you want to make sure you are able to offer her everything she needs from you for care. However, you also know she needs to interact with you often on top of meeting her care needs. Why is this?

Your gerbil needs your attention so she can understand her role in your family. She needs to learn that she can trust you and know that you care about her so she can relax and enjoy your time together. This will help her feel safe and secure in your home, as it can take a while for her to become familiar enough with you to make this happen. Offering her your attention can be a great way to help your pet understand that she is in her forever home where she doesn’t need to worry about her needs being met. For more information, please contact your local Tampa, FL veterinarian.