Well, thank you to Angie & Donna for their helpful advice but now I guess
it
> is all a mute point. I went to change the tank and what did I find but 5
pink
> little babies. I guess now the best thing to do is just let them be and
let
> Mom and dad do their thing.
> One new question I do have is when will it be safe to pick up the pups?
I've
> read up on the food and the extras Mom will need while nursing the young
but
> I would appreciate any further advice.
> Thank you
> Joe
>
>
If the parents are comfortable with your presence, you should be able to
pick up the pups shortly after birth. Of course there isn't much you can do
with them at this point. Handeling them a few minutes a day will help them
to get used to you and they will be easier to handle. Pluse the parents will
be more comfortable with you.
Ann-Marie
Secretary for The American Gerbil Society
http://www.geocities.com/amergerbsoc
T&T Gerbils
http://www.geocities.com/Petsburgh/Reserve/1928/index.html
