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My gerbil won't stop drinking water. Could it be a health problem?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Gerbil | Male | 1 year and 6 months old

My gerbil wont stop drinking water and hes been at the wster bottle for about half an hour

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on July 3rd, 2019

Thanks for reaching out abut Fizz. Besides being dehydrated and replenishing water content, renal, hepatic and diabetes are not uncommon in gerbils. If persists, a veterinary visit is recommended. A urine dipstick should not be very expensive and can provide some useful information. Good luck.

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