I would think that the main disadvantage to this is the tendency of plastic
to absorb the order of it's contents. I think that the possibility of it
developing a strong urine odor after time is pretty good. Also, the
containers of this type that I have seen do not seem tall enough to prevent
gerbils from getting a grip on the top edge.
If you prefer to go with clear plastic containers, I strongly recommend the
"CritterKeepers" that are found at all small and large pet stores. They are
made for keeping a wide variety of animals in them. From lizards and crabs
to mice, hamsters and yes, gerbils. They also come with lids.
Cinthia A. Dunn-Izquierdo
The Izzy Clan
----- Original Message -----
From: "Emily Forrester" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Saturday, September 08, 2001 9:43 PM
Subject: Using storage containers as housing for gerbils?
> Does anyone use the plastic storage containers as housing for gerbils, and
if
> so, how do you like them? I'm talking the ones that are translucent with
> totally smooth bottoms and sides ... so no ledges for gerbils to chew on
and
> thus get out of the container. Of course one would have to make a wire
lid
> for the container for ventilation.
>
> The only thing I can think of is because gerbils dig, they may scratch
into
> the sides/corners enough to be able to make headway with their teeth.
>
> The advantage of such housing is it is so much lighter than aquariums, and
> just as easy, or easier, to clean.
>
> I ask this because I'm planning to get a new breeding pair of gerbils
> hopefully in a few days and would like to go the storage container route
if
> it is a practical housing for gerbils.
>
> Thanks for any input,
>
> Emily
>
