Looking for a small pocket pet? Having trouble deciding
between a hamster and gerbil? Here are a few tips to help you understand the
difference between the two and hopefully help you make your decision. Some
people refer to these pocket pets interchangeably, but they are not the same.
They may both be from the rodent family and small in size, but that’s about it.
Hamsters have short stubby tales. They are seen with pouches in their cheeks
because they store food there. Hamsters don’t mind living alone either. They
love to sleep during the day and play at night. Gerbils also like to sleep
during the day and play at night, but they have long mouse like tails instead
of stubs. Gerbils also prefer company and don’t like to be alone. Gerbils
should be bought in pairs (if you’re ready for babies) or two males or two
females. Talk to your vet Carrollton, GA to learn more.
