Gerbils are active, friendly, and gentle pets that are popular with many families, but certain things must be done to keep them happy and healthy. Despite their small size, gerbils love to burrow and will even do so at night! In this volume, readers learn the ins and outs of caring for a gerbil. This can help them decide if a gerbil is the right pet for them. The clear, engaging text format and cute photographs of pet gerbils give readers an age-appropriate look at the responsibilities of pet ownership.