I'm no gerbil expert, but from what I've read, a wet tail could be a
sign of Tyzzer's disease (also known as Wet Tail). I'd get him or her
checked out by a vet. From what I've read, it seems like Tyzzer's is
easily passed among gerbils, so if the other one os fine you might want
to think about seperating them until you can make sure what the problem
is. Hope I've helped. (To others on the list, do I have my facts
straight?)
Stephen Wakely wrote:
>
> Hi there,
>
> I have started to notice one of my Gerbils quite often has a wet tail again.
> It seems to always be in the same place - near the base. I have checked the
> water bottle for leaks and it seems fine. The other gerb never seems to have
> the wet tail.
>
> Any ideas what this might be? Is it anything to worry about?
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Stephen
