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This information is provided by Provet for educational purposes only. You should seek the advice of your veterinarian if your pet is ill as only he or she can correctly advise on the diagnosis and recommend the treatment that is most appropriate for your pet. Gerbils make excellent pets, but sometimes they develop antisocial behaviour towards their companions - including tail biting Tail biting or rump biting is an unpleasant behavioural problem that gerbils sometimes exhibit. There are several possible causes, including:
In extreme cases gerbils can even kill each other. Prevention involves :
Victims of tail or rump biting need veterinary attention, and may die as a result of their injuries.
Updated October 2013 | |||