North African gerbils recognize their owners. It is very sensitive to smell and can identify its owner through the smell, but cannot distinguish the owner's voice. Normally, as long as you keep feeding it and playing with it every day, it will recognize its owner when it gets familiar with its owner's scent. They are very timid and may take a long time to recognize their owners.

The performance of the North African gerbil recognizing its owner:

1. The North African gerbil is relatively timid. If it frequently approaches its owner, it means that it has recognized its owner. , and the owner will make it feel safe.

2. Sleep in the palm of the owner's hand with its belly facing up, because the belly is its most vulnerable part. Putting its belly up indicates that it recognizes its owner.

3. When the North African gerbil’s favorite food appears in the owner’s hand, it will actively ask for food from the owner.