{"id":186008,"date":"2022-07-18T11:09:55","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T11:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/"},"modified":"2022-07-18T11:09:55","modified_gmt":"2022-07-18T11:09:55","slug":"do-gerbils-make-good-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"Do gerbils make good pets?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Do_gerbils_make_good_pets\" title=\"Do gerbils make good pets?\">Do gerbils make good pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Do_pet_gerbils_like_to_be_held\" title=\"Do pet gerbils like to be held?\">Do pet gerbils like to be held?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Are_gerbils_low_maintenance\" title=\"Are gerbils low maintenance?\">Are gerbils low maintenance?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#How_do_you_take_care_of_a_gerbil_for_beginners\" title=\"How do you take care of a gerbil for beginners?\">How do you take care of a gerbil for beginners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Do_gerbils_like_to_be_held\" title=\"Do gerbils like to be held?\">Do gerbils like to be held?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Why_are_gerbils_not_good_pets\" title=\"Why are gerbils not good pets?\">Why are gerbils not good pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Are_gerbils_friendlier_than_hamsters\" title=\"Are gerbils friendlier than hamsters?\">Are gerbils friendlier than hamsters?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Do_gerbils_get_attached_to_their_owners\" title=\"Do gerbils get attached to their owners?\">Do gerbils get attached to their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#How_long_should_you_hold_a_gerbil_for\" title=\"How long should you hold a gerbil for?\">How long should you hold a gerbil for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#How_often_should_you_handle_a_gerbil\" title=\"How often should you handle a gerbil?\">How often should you handle a gerbil?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#How_do_you_get_a_gerbil_to_let_you_hold_it\" title=\"How do you get a gerbil to let you hold it?\">How do you get a gerbil to let you hold it?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Are_gerbils_easy_to_take_care_of\" title=\"Are gerbils easy to take care of?\">Are gerbils easy to take care of?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#How_much_maintenance_is_a_gerbil\" title=\"How much maintenance is a gerbil?\">How much maintenance is a gerbil?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Are_gerbils_easier_to_care_for_than_hamsters\" title=\"Are gerbils easier to care for than hamsters?\">Are gerbils easier to care for than hamsters?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Are_gerbils_good_pets_for_beginners\" title=\"Are gerbils good pets for beginners?\">Are gerbils good pets for beginners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#What_to_do_when_you_first_get_a_gerbil\" title=\"What to do when you first get a gerbil?\">What to do when you first get a gerbil?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#What_do_I_need_to_take_care_of_a_gerbil\" title=\"What do I need to take care of a gerbil?\">What do I need to take care of a gerbil?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Do_gerbils_like_being_out_of_their_cage\" title=\"Do gerbils like being out of their cage?\">Do gerbils like being out of their cage?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Why_should_I_not_get_a_gerbil\" title=\"Why should I not get a gerbil?\">Why should I not get a gerbil?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Is_a_gerbil_a_good_pet_to_have\" title=\"Is a gerbil a good pet to have?\">Is a gerbil a good pet to have?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Is_a_gerbil_or_hamster_a_better_pet\" title=\"Is a gerbil or hamster a better pet?\">Is a gerbil or hamster a better pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#What_is_it_like_owning_a_gerbil\" title=\"What is it like owning a gerbil?\">What is it like owning a gerbil?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Are_gerbils_more_social_than_hamsters\" title=\"Are gerbils more social than hamsters?\">Are gerbils more social than hamsters?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#Are_gerbils_cuddly\" title=\"Are gerbils cuddly?\">Are gerbils cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-gerbils-make-good-pets\/#What_is_the_friendliest_hamster_to_have_as_a_pet\" title=\"What is the friendliest hamster to have as a pet?\">What is the friendliest hamster to have as a pet?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_gerbils_make_good_pets\"><\/span>Do gerbils make good pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do they make good pets? <b>Gerbils make great pets. They are active, sociable and intelligent, but they&#8217;re best suited to children and adults who do not want to hold their pets. For older children, gerbils can make entertaining pets but it&#8217;s important that an adult is responsible for overseeing their care and wellbeing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_pet_gerbils_like_to_be_held\"><\/span>Do pet gerbils like to be held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the nicest things about having pets is cuddling, stroking, and holding them close to you. But because gerbils get easily nervous and scared, they may not seem to be as affectionate. <b>Most gerbils enjoy petting or sitting in your hand. Some gerbils will allow you to cuddle or hug them once trust is established.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_gerbils_low_maintenance\"><\/span>Are gerbils low maintenance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>They are Low Maintenance Pets<\/b> Although there are some pets that require less maintenance than gerbils, gerbils still are very, very low maintenance pets! Seriously, it only takes about 20 minutes (give or take) to care for them on most days.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_take_care_of_a_gerbil_for_beginners\"><\/span>How do you take care of a gerbil for beginners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>There are lots of different housing options for gerbils &#8211; our Qute is designed to provide your pets with a wonderful home<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Clean them out regularly. Gerbils are very clean creatures, but they&#8217;ll need to have their enclosures cleaned on a regular basis.  <\/li>\n<li>Provide toys.  <\/li>\n<li>Take them out for exercise.  <\/li>\n<li>Give them health checks.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_gerbils_like_to_be_held\"><\/span>Do gerbils like to be held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the nicest things about having pets is cuddling, stroking, and holding them close to you. But because gerbils get easily nervous and scared, they may not seem to be as affectionate. <b>Most gerbils enjoy petting or sitting in your hand. Some gerbils will allow you to cuddle or hug them once trust is established.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_gerbils_not_good_pets\"><\/span>Why are gerbils not good pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unlike hamsters, <b>gerbils are very sociable creatures and a solitary life can be bad for them. Studies have shown that gerbils live longer and healthier lives when they live with others of their kind, while solitary gerbils tend to be unhealthy, overweight, and have shorter lifespans.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_gerbils_friendlier_than_hamsters\"><\/span>Are gerbils friendlier than hamsters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to the Journal of Mammalogy, gerbils must live with other gerbils in the wild and captivity. If they don&#8217;t, they will get lonely, and it will shorten their life expectancy. <b>Gerbils seem to enjoy handling more than hamsters. This makes handling a much more pleasant experience both for you and your pet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_gerbils_get_attached_to_their_owners\"><\/span>Do gerbils get attached to their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Gerbils can bond with their owners, given time and affectionate care. They are the same as other pets. If you treat them well, they will come to like you. If you mistreat them, they won&#8217;t trust you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_you_hold_a_gerbil_for\"><\/span>How long should you hold a gerbil for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The first time you hold your gerbil, only do so for <b>about 30 seconds. Then, gently place your gerbil back down, and offer them a treat. Each subsequent time, you can hold them for longer. If you&#8217;re wondering how to hold a gerbil still, it&#8217;s not possible.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_you_handle_a_gerbil\"><\/span>How often should you handle a gerbil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Interact with your gerbils every day, and handle them <b>as often as you can when they are used to you- never force them to be handled if they do not like it. Make their routine predictable so that they are not startled. Offer preferred food or a treat such as pumpkin seeds to help you bond with your pets.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_a_gerbil_to_let_you_hold_it\"><\/span>How do you get a gerbil to let you hold it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How can I go about taming my gerbil?<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Give new gerbils a few days to adjust to their new home before handling them  keep maintenance and interaction to a minimum.<\/li>\n<li>Move slowly and speak softly around the gerbils.<\/li>\n<li>Limit interaction to times when the gerbil is awake  waking a gerbil isn&#8217;t a good way to gain its trust!<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_gerbils_easy_to_take_care_of\"><\/span>Are gerbils easy to take care of?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gerbils are popular pets because <b>they tend to be easy to care for and are clean with minimal odor, but they do have some special requirements to keep them happy and healthy. Due to their social nature, gerbils need to live in a pair or group. The lifespan for a gerbil is typically 3-4 years.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_maintenance_is_a_gerbil\"><\/span>How much maintenance is a gerbil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Total Annual Cost of Owning a Gerbil At the very least, you&#8217;ll need to continually supply food, substrate, and chew toys for your gerbil. These will add up to <b>at least $100 each year, plus the cost of a regular vet checkup.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_gerbils_easier_to_care_for_than_hamsters\"><\/span>Are gerbils easier to care for than hamsters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unlike hamsters, <b>gerbils are very sociable creatures and a solitary life can be bad for them. Studies have shown that gerbils live longer and healthier lives when they live with others of their kind, while solitary gerbils tend to be unhealthy, overweight, and have shorter lifespans.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_gerbils_good_pets_for_beginners\"><\/span>Are gerbils good pets for beginners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gerbils are popular pets because <b>they tend to be easy to care for and are clean with minimal odor, but they do have some special requirements to keep them happy and healthy. Due to their social nature, gerbils need to live in a pair or group. The lifespan for a gerbil is typically 3-4 years.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_when_you_first_get_a_gerbil\"><\/span>What to do when you first get a gerbil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Gerbils make great pets. They are active, sociable and intelligent, but they&#8217;re best suited to children and adults who do not want to hold their pets. For older children, gerbils can make entertaining pets but it&#8217;s important that an adult is responsible for overseeing their care and wellbeing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_need_to_take_care_of_a_gerbil\"><\/span>What do I need to take care of a gerbil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Taming a Gerbil<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Use lots of treats and work in small steps, making sure your gerbils are comfortable with each step before proceeding to the next.  <\/li>\n<li>Start just sitting next to cage to acclimate gerbils to your presence.  <\/li>\n<li>Offer a treat, such as some sunflower or pumpkin seeds, when the gerbil approaches the cage bars.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_gerbils_like_being_out_of_their_cage\"><\/span>Do gerbils like being out of their cage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Gerbils can bond with their owners, given time and affectionate care. They are the same as other pets. If you treat them well, they will come to like you. If you mistreat them, they won&#8217;t trust you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_should_I_not_get_a_gerbil\"><\/span>Why should I not get a gerbil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>They are not Cuddly<\/b> Many people think that gerbils are cuddly pets. However, this is sadly not true. Gerbils are very friendly and cute, but they do not enjoy being held for long periods of time, let alone being cuddled with!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_gerbil_a_good_pet_to_have\"><\/span>Is a gerbil a good pet to have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Gerbils make great pets. They are active, sociable and intelligent, but they&#8217;re best suited to children and adults who do not want to hold their pets. For older children, gerbils can make entertaining pets but it&#8217;s important that an adult is responsible for overseeing their care and wellbeing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_gerbil_or_hamster_a_better_pet\"><\/span>Is a gerbil or hamster a better pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Gerbils are ideal pets for children who have little or no experience caring for a small animal. This is due to the fact that gerbils are active throughout the day and rarely bite. Hamsters, however, do not like to be petted or held. Hamsters will bite when they are held or if they become irritated.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_it_like_owning_a_gerbil\"><\/span>What is it like owning a gerbil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gerbils are <b>mostly quiet pets that don&#8217;t require a lot of space. They can be quite entertaining to watch and typically can be hand-tamed. However, they must be handled very gently and aren&#8217;t ideal for young children. They also can be a bit messy with their bedding.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_gerbils_more_social_than_hamsters\"><\/span>Are gerbils more social than hamsters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Gerbils tend to be more social creatures, and really do well being kept with a friend, so if you want more than one new family member, go with the gerbil, as the hamster generally prefers being housed alone.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_gerbils_cuddly\"><\/span>Are gerbils cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the nicest things about having pets is cuddling, stroking, and holding them close to you. But because gerbils get easily nervous and scared, they may not seem to be as affectionate. Most gerbils enjoy petting or sitting in your hand. <b>Some gerbils will allow you to cuddle or hug them once trust is established.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_friendliest_hamster_to_have_as_a_pet\"><\/span>What is the friendliest hamster to have as a pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <b>Syrian hamster is the most popular hamster breed, at least partially because it is the friendliest and the largest, but also because it was introduced in the 1940s when lab hamsters were first introduced into captivity and into family homes.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Do gerbils make good pets?Do pet gerbils like to be held?Are gerbils low maintenance?How do you take care of a gerbil for beginners?Do gerbils like to be held?Why are gerbils not good pets?Are gerbils friendlier than hamsters?Do gerbils get attached to their owners?How long should you hold a gerbil for?How often should&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-186008","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/186008"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=186008"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/186008\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=186008"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=186008"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=186008"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}