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Would a gerbil make a good pet for a 9yrold2007-11-24 22:20:13Answers:

sure a gerbil would make a great pet, but your child must know that it takes time for a rodent to warm up to a person and also learn about them before getting one. e.g. books

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My answer is, tentatively, yes.

But in every case, and every pet, it is the parents' responsibility to care for the pet, make sure it's fed, watered, cleaned, and given plenty of attention.

I believe that taking care of pet is a great way for a child to learn responsibility. However, most children are not ready to take on 100% of the care, and the pet that is forgotten suffers greatly.

Thank you,

Lori

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no no no no no! the last gerbil i had brought my dad to the hospital. (no the gerbil didn't drive him there) but he bit him so hard and wouldn't let go...and my dad had to go to the hospital. i think a female hamster would be a better choice. (unless you ask to hold the gerbil and he/she seems friendly)

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yes

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it depends on the child. Gerbils are pretty fast and lively, I'd suggest a hamster (not a dwarf one) as they are slower and more friendly as a rule. Gerbils can be hard to catch and handle for young children.

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Gerbils are great pets! I own two!

Check out these websites!-http://www.abcgerbils.com/ and http://abcgerbils.com/whybest.html...

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No.