Dennis

Adult
Male
Small

gerbil
Gerbil

About Dennis

South Elgin, IL

Species & Breed

gerbil

Gerbil

Physical Traits

Adult

Male

Small

Behavior

House-trained: No

Dennis’s Compatibility

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Dennis's Story

Dennis: Tiny Dictator. Supreme Tunneler. Snack-Driven Menace. Dennis is not here to share. Dennis is here to rule. After making it very clear to his former roommates that this is a one-gerbil monarchy, Dennis now lives solo — and honestly? He’s thriving. Strong boundaries. No apologies. This independent king spends his days engineering elaborate tunnel systems, hoarding snacks like state secrets, and demanding top-tier enrichment. Toys are not optional. Food is currency. Respect is mandatory. Despite his villain origin story, Dennis is criminally cute. Like, “how can something so small have such big attitude?” cute. - Prefers life as a solo ruler - Elite tunnel builder - Highly food motivated (bribes encouraged) - Loves enrichment, puzzles, and chaos - Cute enough to get away with everything If you’re looking for a gerbil with personality, confidence, and tiny ‘don’t touch my stuff’ energy, Dennis is ready to conquer your heart — and your habitat.

Dennis: Tiny Dictator. Supreme Tunneler. Snack-Driven Menace.

Dennis is not here to share.
Dennis is here to rule.

After making it very clear to his former roommates that this is a one-gerbil monarchy, Dennis now lives solo — and honestly? He’s thriving. Strong boundaries. No apologies.

This independent king spends his days engineering elaborate tunnel systems, hoarding snacks like state secrets, and demanding top-tier enrichment. Toys are not optional. Food is currency. Respect is mandatory.

Despite his villain origin story, Dennis is criminally cute. Like, “how can something so small have such big attitude?” cute.

- Prefers life as a solo ruler
- Elite tunnel builder
- Highly food motivated (bribes encouraged)
- Loves enrichment, puzzles, and chaos
- Cute enough to get away with everything

If you’re looking for a gerbil with personality, confidence, and tiny ‘don’t touch my stuff’ energy, Dennis is ready to conquer your heart — and your habitat.

How To Adopt

Dennis was listed as ADOPTABLE by Critters Pet Shop and Rescue

How can I adopt Dennis?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Critters Pet Shop and Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

When can I meet Dennis?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Critters Pet Shop and Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Dennis, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Critters Pet Shop and Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

Critters Pet Shop and Rescue's Adoption Policy

When a potential adopter visits our store front they get to meet and interact with our adoptable pets. They typically spend an hour or so getting to know the pet they're interested in. There's a short interview with the staff to get to know the adopters and they will be directed to a preliminary online application to capture some basic data. If we feel that the potential adopter and pet will make a good match. Once they've been approved and after a meet and greet with the rest of the family, we'll fill out the transfer of information home, send them home with their new family member.

Our Mission

Here's what we typically use as our mission statement - Critters Pet Shop and Rescue is a family-owned, independent store with a real personal touch. We're all about animals and love helping people find the perfect pet. Unlike big corporate stores, we take time to socialize, love, and exercise our pets while they're with ...