All,
I think the 50 gal idea is the best one. That gives me an idea too. Later when I can get some extra cash I think I might try this myself.
>From: The Jeu-jeu Gerbils <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>Subject: Re: Important: Bedding Issues
>Date: Fri, 31 Aug 2001 10:58:37 -0700
>
>Hi Jade,
>
>I visited your site yesterday after you posted your link...I enjoyed my visit, thanks for your work! I also like the idea of having the gerbils talk themselves and at a kids' level -- maybe it's because that's how I talk to my own gerbils all the time!
>
>Anyhow, I have a suggestion for your experiment. I think the only way you can really remove any bias is to use the 50 gallon tank. Divide it into three equal sections, and then set up each section in exactly the same way. I.e. a water bottle, food dish, nest area, toilet, etc all placed in the same spots. The only difference would be the bedding. It's the only way you can really control the environment. That way, if the gerbies develop any significant preference/distaste for any section(s), you know the only variable is the bedding. Of course, you'll need to have the three sections connected so they can run about through all freely.
>
>Another way is to simply have them in a tank with bedding 1 for week 1, then bedding 2 for week 2, and bedding 3 for week 3. And carefully watch and document behavior, health, and any changes you notice...
>
>What do you think? What does everyone else think?
>
>Amy
>The Jeu-jeu Gerbils
>
>--- Spice Gerbil <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:
> > Hey. Everyone who is interested please check out the
> > brand new update to my bedding page on my web site.
> > http://www.geocities.com/spicegerbil_007/spicegerbs2.html
> > But please no one make a big deal over the fact that I
> > am reconsidering my previous opinions.
> >
> > And if I do change in the end, PLEASE no one say "Oh
> > Jade, I am so glad you switched. " Maybe I'm weird but
> > that sort of thing would just make me feel extremely
> > uncomfortable rather than how it is intended. I'm the
> > kind of person who resited being hugged most of my
> > life too. Making exception, that is, for my son and
> > for the man in my life.
> >
> > I dunno.
> > anyway, just check it out and voice any advice about
> > the project. But nothing too much sappy about me
> > considering change. k?
> >
> > Please understand me though, I dont WANT to offend
> > people with my eccentricities... but that won't make
> > me any less eccentric. : )
> >
> > Just a warning also, I have an unfortunate way of
> > making my words sound sarcastic or such when I don't
> > intend to. This gets me into trouble in social
> > situations. But I'm hoping people who are as kind to
> > gerbils as this mailing list is, will be more
> > understanding than the general population.
> >
> > Thanks to all who looked at my site and emailed me or
> > signed my guestbook.
> >
> > Sincerely,
> > Jade
> >
> >
> > http://www.geocities.com/spicegerbil_007/spicegerbs2.html
>
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