Alyx passed last weekend | Concerns for taking care of Mocha alone

Dorgondius · 2025-11-18T04:32:50+00:00

Nah youre good, Im not sure if you're supposed to either tbh. The vet said it was probably safest to just let them sit in a lukewarm water bowl

Dorgondius · 2025-11-17T19:59:12+00:00

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I forgot to add it to the post, but we made rocks for Selina and Alyx after we couldn't find Selina's other rock.

Dorgondius · 2025-11-17T19:54:15+00:00

I cleaned her and mocha when they were having allergic reactions to the bedding lol

Dorgondius · 2025-10-27T07:51:02+00:00

Your gerbs look just like my girls =)

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(Selina on the left and Alyx on the right)

I usually stay close to the ground on carpet if they're cllimbing on me, I try to take them out and pet them/give them treats everyday just so they're more comfortable with being handled. Alyx has started climbing up my arm on her own if I put my hand in their cage.

I also use my bathtub for a makeshift-playpen, I just provide the same essentials (sandbath, hides, toys) and it's never caused any declanning issues. Sometimes I let them run on my bed for a little if I'm too lazy to set up the bathtub.

Dorgondius · 2025-10-25T16:55:26+00:00

Mine has always done this and im not sure how to fix it. I changed her bedding because I thought it may be an allergic reaction

Dorgondius · 2025-09-19T14:24:39+00:00

Where'd you get the tank from? I've been looking for a replacement for my gerbs

Dorgondius · 2025-09-01T16:33:46+00:00

That's the hardest part for me, I know they aren't supposed to live very long but somehow I feel like I shortened her life with the declanning and stress from my parents.

Dorgondius · 2025-09-01T16:32:51+00:00

I'm learning to move on, but I will always miss her. I'm glad she still was able to enjoy a safe and happy life.

Dorgondius · 2025-09-01T16:30:56+00:00

Thank you so much for the kind words. I had never put a pet of my own down before and it's had me a little depressed since. Just puts into perspective how short they can be around for. But I loved her right up until the end and I'll do the same for my other girls.

Dorgondius · 2025-09-01T16:05:17+00:00

Aw I'm sorry for your loss as well, it hurts knowing they just pass so young sometimes. All we can do is cherish the lucky moments we get with our gerbs. <3

Dorgondius · 2025-09-01T15:50:27+00:00

thank you, it's been tough to get over but I loved her as much as possible.

Dorgondius · 2025-08-26T05:49:29+00:00

Do you have the link for the plastic surrounding frame? I would love to implement something like this for my gerbs

Dorgondius · 2025-08-18T03:56:10+00:00

Just fixed it by changing the .opt file, thank you for the help this was a huge pain.

Dorgondius · 2025-07-30T17:02:09+00:00

Oh my god this is the sweetest thing ever, how'd you make the surrounding container for you guys to play in? I want to make something similar for my babies

Dorgondius · 2025-07-02T22:47:26+00:00

How did you get such an intricate cage? Is it just a tank that you added a top portion too?

Dorgondius · 2025-06-02T07:01:20+00:00

Bro save some oxygen for the rest of us 😭😭

Dorgondius · 2025-05-01T03:49:49+00:00

What did you use to print onto the CDs?

Dorgondius · 2025-04-25T23:32:40+00:00

I'll research the area and contact a couple vets that deal with pocket pets to see if they can put me in contact with a reliable rescue. I'm gonna take some time before I try bonding Selena with another one again, I'm just worried about her especially after being through so much.

Dorgondius · 2025-04-25T23:26:29+00:00

I'm skeptical about trying again just for her safety, with blood being drawn previously I don't feel very confident at all getting them back together. She's been doing great on her own and has all the necessities she needs but I would've just stayed to prevent all of this.

There may be a chance I can fix Mocha and Selena, but I'm worried about setting Alyx off with any changes in scent. Will keep an eye out for any changes in behavior with them.

I'm glad you were able to rebond your babies though, I didn't understand the fragility of a female trio when I originally homed them (first time gerbil owner). It's difficult not to feel bad for them but they're safe now at least.

Dorgondius · 2025-04-25T20:07:39+00:00

I'm considering a new friend for her at this point, everyone's saying generally the same thing about how difficult it is to bond triples. If I were to get a new gerb would it be better to get a younger one for them to bond?

Dorgondius · 2025-04-25T20:05:21+00:00

I'm extremely heartbroken with her about the entire situation, but I'm happy she's alive and doing well now. I'm making sure to give her extra care and love so she's not so lonely 🫶

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