Adoption Information
Eligibility & Process
Adopting a gerbil should be a fun and exciting experience, so we’ve made our process super easy! Here is how it works:
Submit our contact form. It acts as our adoption form.
Have a quick phone call with us to ensure a perfect match.
Show us your habitat! We love seeing pictures to make sure it’s a viable home.
Schedule your pickup and pay the adoption fee.
That’s it! Our process helps guarantee a happy, healthy life for your new companions, and we can’t wait to help you get started.
Adoption Timeline
Want to see how our pups grow? Check out our timeline below to see the journey from birth to adoption!
Mom births 1-8 pups, keeping them warm and fed 24/7.
Pups begin to experiment with eating solid food and treats.
Pups stop nursing and start learning to use the water bottle.
Pups learn gerbil social skills and hand-taming begins.
Pup pictures are posted online and ready to be adopted.
Pups are ready to go home
with their new families!
Pricing & Discounts
Our adoption fees reflect the exceptional care our pups receive before they head home. To ensure your new companions have a great start, every adoption includes:
- Your healthy, sweet gerbils
- An escape-proof travel container
- Nesting material and food for the ride home
Payment Options: We prefer Venmo, but we also accept Cash App, Zelle, and cash.
Special Discounts: We love supporting our community! Please ask us about special discounts for homeschoolers, teachers, first responders, and military families. 💜
Single
1 Gerbil
Pair
2 Gerbils
Trio
3 Gerbils
Quad
4 Gerbils
Breeder
1 Gerbil
*Prices may change at any time.
Making Reservations
Reserving your gerbils ensures you won’t miss out! This option guarantees your chosen pups will be ready and waiting for you on your scheduled pickup day.
- Eligibility: Gerbils can be reserved once they reach 6 weeks of age.
- The Process: Reservations include pickup scheduling and payment upfront.
- Holding Period: We’ll hold your reserved gerbils until they are 9 weeks old.
- Extended Stays: We can often hold them longer if you provide a 10-gallon tank with a lid (space permitting).
Joining the Waiting List
Our pups find homes quickly! If we don’t have a match ready for you today, joining our waiting list is the best way to ensure you don’t miss the next litter.
- Priority Access: You’ll receive notifications by email or phone before we make any public announcements.
- Easy Setup: Just fill out our contact form and we’ll have a quick phone chat to get you started.
- More Options: We’re also happy to connect you with other great AGS-registered breeders if you’re looking for a match sooner!
Scheduling Your Visit
Adoptions are by appointment only, and we’re happy to work with you to find a time that fits your schedule! Once your visit is confirmed, we’ll email you our address, directions, and all the details for your arrival.
- Appointment Details: Please note that we are located in a private home, so visits must be scheduled in advance.
- Running Late? If you anticipate being more than 15 minutes late, please give us a call or text.
- Rescheduling: We require a 3-day notice if you need to move your appointment to a different day.
Pickup & Meetup
We offer flexible options to make bringing your new gerbils home as easy as possible!
- Home Pickup: We offer curbside or front-door pickup at our home in Northern Austin (near near the Leander/Cedar Park border, close to Anderson Mill Rd & FM 620). Simply call or text when you arrive!
- Public Meetup: For added flexibility, we can meet you at a local HEB parking lot.
Delivery & Transport
If you live in the USA or Canada, we can ship your gerbils! We’ve partnered with Mel’s Neighborhood Transport to safely deliver your new pups to your door. We highly recommend them for their professionalism, care, and affordable pricing. 💜
- Flexible Options: Have a preferred transporter? Let us know—we’re happy to coordinate with them!
- Costs: Please note that shipping and transport fees are separate from adoption fees.
- Legal Note: Due to state laws, we ‘re unable to ship gerbils to California.
Refunds & Returns
We want every adoption to be a success! Please ensure gerbils are a good fit for your home before adopting. We are committed to the well-being of our animals and are always here to support you throughout your journey.
- Non-Refundable Fees: Adoption fees and deposits are non-refundable, as these funds directly support our high-quality care program.
- The Health Exception: If a reserved or adopted gerbil becomes ill while in our care and we cannot provide a suitable replacement, a refund will be issued.
- Life Changes: If your situation changes and you can no longer care for your gerbils, please reach out. We’re always happy to help find a solution.