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- How long do degus live as pets?
- How old is the oldest degu?
- Are degus good pets?
- How much is a degu worth?
- Are degus smelly pets?
- Can degus live alone?
- Is a degu a chinchilla?
- What's the difference between a degu and a gerbil?
- Do degus like to cuddle?
- Do degu bites hurt?
- Can degus and rabbits live together?
- How do you get a degu to trust you?
- How much space does a degu need?
- What can I put in a degu cage?
How long do degus live as pets?
Degus are small, social and vocal rodents. They have long silky coats that are grey-brown tinged, and a long, thin tail with a tufted, black tip. Typically degus can live for 6-7 years in captivity.
How old is the oldest degu?
Longest living degu
One scientific article referenced an 11 year old degu, but that's all we could find in terms of verified long degu lifespans. However, degus are generally one of the longest lived rodent species.
Are degus good pets?
Degus are very intelligent and highly sociable animals that love to play and explore. They have a friendly nature and are outgoing little rodents. They make fantastic pets, but need a lot of care and aren't an animal you should choose on a whim.
How much is a degu worth?
Although initially used as a lab animal, a Degu pet has become quite popular in recent years. In the United States, the Degu price is an average of $100.
Are degus smelly pets?
So, do Degus smell? They do, but while noticeable, their smell is innocuous, and they smell far less than other rodents such as Hamsters. Like with all animals that are kept in cages, any foul odors often depend on the cleanliness of the cage.
Can degus live alone?
Degus are social animals that live in large groups in the wild. In general, it's recommended to keep at least a pair of degus. There are some rare cases where a degu is (temporarily) kept as a solitary pet. ... They're not used to living alone like some pocket pets.
Is a degu a chinchilla?
The degu is a small caviomorph rodent that originates from Chile. They're a distant relative of the chinchilla and guinea pig. Degus are said to be a social animal, thus making them the ideal pet for your home.
What's the difference between a degu and a gerbil?
Gerbils are smaller than Degus and require less space to live. Degus can be expected to grow up to three times the size of a Gerbil. ... Degus are better companions for the day as they sleep during the night. Both of them are rodents yet they have many differences in their physiology.
Do degus like to cuddle?
How Are Degus Affectionate Towards Their Owners? ... They are smarter than some other rodents and love to live in a clean and neat place, that's why it is very common to see degus rearrange their home. They also love cuddling and will cuddle with you once they start to know you.
Do degu bites hurt?
Degus are friendly animals that generally won't resort to biting unless they feel threatened and have no way out. A degu might give you a little “grooming” nip but this doesn't really hurt or break the skin. It's only in rare cases that a degu will bite hard and such a bite might hurt and cause an injury.
Can degus and rabbits live together?
Finally, degus should never be housed with other rodent species — such as hamsters, gerbils, chinchillas, or guinea pigs — or with other small mammals, such as rabbits, as these animals carry diseases that they can transmit to degus and vice versa. Plus, they may end up fighting over territory or other resources.
How do you get a degu to trust you?
As normal, give your degu treats through the bars, but after a few, this time slowly and calmly open the cage door, then move back to your previous position and offer a few more treats through the bars just to put them at ease.
How much space does a degu need?
What size should my degus' cage be? Degus need space, so ideally the bigger the better! As an absolute minimum, their floor space should be 100cm long by 50cm deep, but they'll need additional floor levels of up to four times this, so that they get plenty of floor space.
What can I put in a degu cage?
Keep your degus happy and occupied
It is very important to furnish the cage with safe items that your degus can't injure themselves on. Your degus will enjoy: Twigs and stumps or apple, pear or willow tree branches for them to chew and jump on. Wooden or card boxes for them to sleep in.
