Holding your gerbil safely is properly. You should pick up your gerbil by using your hands to form a cup on either side of your gerbil. You should the scoop your gerbil up on your palm. You just need to be cautious to make sure your gerbil does not jump out of the top of your hands. The best thing to do is hold your gerbil low over a flat surface. This will ensure they do not injure themselves or fall far if they jump from your hands.\r