SUGAR GLIDER
Petaurus Breviceps



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Origin Class : Mammalia
Subclass : Marsupialia
Order : Diprotodontia
Suborder : Phalangerida
Superfamily : Petauroidea
Family : Petauridae

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A ) Introduction :-

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Sugar gliders are little marsupials that have been taken as exotic pets in many countries. These creatures are different from normal pet rodents like hamsters, mice and rats. They have character, mood swings, emotional bonds and the sweetest nature for a pet that comes in such a small package. Commonly mistaken as flying squirrels, sugar gliders can be both easy and hard to take care. Their general care is much more complicated than pet rodents and they require a lot of affection and attention from its owners. Look at it this way, gliders are like 3 year old kids. They act cute and can annoy us sometimes while at the same time need our total attention and bond.

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What is a sugar glider ?
A sugar glider is a small marsupial possum from Australia, and parts of Indonesia and New Guinea. They are not related to flying squirrels, and are considered exotic animals in the United States. Sugar Gliders are nocturnal, meaning they are active during the night, and asleep during the day.

Where did they get that name ?
Their name comes from their two obvious characteristics. Sugar or Honey because of their preference of sweet things, and Gliders for their gliding membrane called a patagium.

What does a sugar glider look like ?
An adult sugar glider head and body measure about 5 to 6 inches in length with a tail equal in length to aid in balance and gliding. An adult male in proper body condition weighs about 100g to 130g, where as an adult female will be around 90g.

The tail is fluffy, often curls on the end and usually is longer than the body length.

Sugar gliders have hairless ears that can be moved independently in order to pick up the smallest sounds.

A "wild type" or "standard" color sugar glider is gray or brownish in color with a long black stripe that runs from its’ nose to the end of the back. The underside of a sugar glider is a cream or white color. The last inch or so of the tail is black or brown.

They have large protruding eyes, like most nocturnal animals, to allow for a wider field of vision.

A sugar glider has five digits on each forefoot, with sharp claws to help grip branches. The hind feet also have 5 digits, and include a partially fused together 2nd and 3rd digit used for a grooming comb. There is also an enlarged, clawless, opposable big toe.

The sugar glider has a patagium, a furred membrane of skin that connects to the wrists and ankles on each side of the glider, used for gliding.

Sugar glider joeys are normally a nice slivery grey but as they age, they will shed away this soft joey coat and replace with their true colours. Some glider colours that we have here are the normal grays and a few shades of browns. Some would turn brown if they constantly stay in coconuts because of staining to the fur. You should not worry about the colours, for each sugar glider is unique in its own little way.



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B ) Sugar Glider as Pets

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a ) Right Pet for You ?

Sugar Gliders are great animals, and can be a wonderful addition to your family. However, please consider what is best for the animal and yourself, as there are many PRO and CON for being a sugar glider owner. Too many times do people rush into buying these animals before looking at all factors, leaving many sugar gliders abandoned, homeless, sick, and even dead.



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Before you decide if a Sugar Glider is right for you,
please consider the following :-



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b ) Warning

Some night markets sell sugar gliders. Please be careful! People that choose to sell at these places usually are looking to "make a sale" and will pray upon impulse buyers. These "sellers" often come across as very knowledge, charismatic, and nice. Do your research extensively before choosing a place to buy your new pet. If they can't wait for you to do a bit of research, then either they have something to hide and/or they won't be there to help you along the way if you have any questions after your new baby comes home. The sugar glider community is relatively small. Ask for references, make use of online sugar glider communities, or even ask other sugar glider breeders. Make an informed decision when buying a sugar glider.


This is a photo taken at a PETSTORE, a very well known. Haih.
Notice the gliders are piled up to keep themselves warm. The bowl is empty, not a sign of a drop of water. The bedding is harmful, not to be used at all for gliders. And apple skins are to be the one found in the Exo Terra feeder. Feeding them with apples only? OMG. Gliders dont have any sleeping quarters too. SIGH.

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Avoid IMPULSIVE BUYING without Researching At First !WHY ? Consider these :-



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As responsible sugar glider owners/lovers, we must do our best to educate potential owners. Most importantly, don't buy a sugar glider to "save" or "rescue" it. It only gives them room for more! Also, understand that many flea market/trade show vendors may only be guilty of one or two points listed above, others may be much worse.

The THUMB OF RULES is : A good n responsible breeder will be happy n wiling to show their buyer the breeding room n how they keep their glider. They make no attempt to hide anything from their buyer.

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c ) Choosing

We would recommend getting a sugar glider from a local knowledgeable breeder. This way, you can have someone locally that can help you with any questions you may have with you new glider, after it comes home. Also, you will have a chance to visit the place your glider is being born and raised, making sure it is clean and a safe place. You may also be able to find sugar gliders in a local pet store, but please, make sure the pet store is knowledgeable in sugar gliders. There are many pet stores that sell sugar gliders, but have very little knowledge in care or diet. Never try to save a sugar glider from a pet store or irresponsible breeder by buying the animal, as this will only encourage them.



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Always ask questions when choosing a place to get your glider such as :-

How long have they been in business?

Is there a guarantee of health?

Do they offer "after-sale" support?

Do they have any references?

You can expect a lot of questions being asked to you also. As a good breeder, they will make sure there sugar gliders are going to a good home. Too many people rush into getting these wonderful animals without considering what is best for the sugar glider or themselves, leaving many sugar gliders homeless as soon as the novelty wears off.

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i ) Choosing your sugar glider :

Once you decide on where to get your glider, the time has come to pick your new glider. I would recommend getting a baby glider approximately 8-10 weeks out of pouch. Never purchase a sugar glider younger than 8 weeks of age. Always choose a glider that is bright eyed and bushy tailed, as this would mean that the glider is fully weaned, and ready to live on it's own. Make sure the young glider is eating properly, and isn't suckling on the mother any longer. You want a glider that is active, alert, and curious in nature. Be sure that the stools (poop) of the sugar glider is formed properly, and looks similar to moist mouse droppings. Ask to handle the glider, it shouldn't act afraid to be handled, and run at the first chance it gets. Every sugar glider is different. Some gliders may be shy around strangers. In cases such as these watch the breeder/owner handle the glider. If the glider appears afraid or tries to escape from the breeder/owner, ask questions. Try to keep in mind that even gliders can have a bad day, but be aware of the sugar gliders temperament.

ii ) Where to take caution when getting your sugar glider :

Pet Stores
There may be a FEW exceptions to this rule, however when possible avoid purchasing sugar gliders from petstores. Sugar gliders are nocturnal animals requiring daily human interaction. Most pet stores are closed during the times the sugar glider would be most active and wanting attention. Pet stores are loud, and can be quite busy with many different sounds and smells causing stress to the sugar gliders in their care. Most pet store employees know little about these wonderful creatures, their care, and their diet. A lot of pet stores will look to "simplify" a gliders diet, in turn compromising a gliders health, as well as passing on inaccurate information to new sugar gliders owners. Should you find a pet store you believe is safe, be sure to ask questions. Test them on their knowledge, and then decide.

Glider Mills
These are sad places where sugar gliders are kept in the poorest conditions. Little is thought of their care, health, or wellbeing. Animals coming from these places can be sick, and carry several different illnesses.

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d ) One or Two ?

Sugar gliders are very social animals. It is usually recommended that sugar gliders are kept in pairs. Gliders that are lonely can over groom, or even self mutilate. Please understand that loneliness is NOT the only possible cause of a sugar glider that is self mutilating. If you ever experience a sugar glider self mutilating, get to a knowledgeable vet ASAP. Extremely lonely and depressed sugar gliders have also been known to stop eating and basically "loose the will to live". Although these are extreme cases, it is something a responsible sugar glider owner must take into consideration and be prepared for.

Some sugar gliders tend to be "ok" when they are alone, but are prone to obesity and boredom. While you are a great "friend" and "playmate" for your sugar glider, you can't play, wrestle, and communicate like another sugar glider would. People are not usually nocturnal like sugar gliders. They will need someone to play and interact with in the wee hours of the morning, and a warm body to cuddle up to while they are asleep in their cage. From the lack of playing and stimulation that another sugar glider can provide, some sugar gliders may over eat and become obese. Of coarse there have been a select few cases where a sugar glider really was just fine being the only glider, but that is truly rare. Any sugar glider that is housed alone needs to be watched carefully to ensure the animals health and happiness remain intact. We do not recommend sugar gliders to be housed alone long term. Sometimes an owner may want to bond with one sugar glider, then consider another down the road. We do understand this process works for many new sugar glider owner. Most responsible breeders will not sell a sugar glider that is intended to be housed alone it's entire life.

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e ) Boy or Girl ?

What sex makes a better pet ?

Overall there are no relation to sex and temperament in sugar gliders. Males and females can be equally calm, loving, and bonded. Just like people, each sugar glider has a different personality. It is recommended when looking for a pet, to meet them in person before adoption. This will ensure that the sugar glider’s personality fits yours.

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Other things to consider when choosing the sex of your sugar glider !

Males :
Intact males do have a musky odor due to active scent glands on the head, chest, and anus. Pairing intact males together is usually not recommended. Intact males that are living together may not always get along after reaching maturity. Pairings that involve one or more neutered males usually will work out after hormone levels drop proceeding the neutering procedure. Pairing in intact male and female together will most likely result in breeding and offspring.

Females :
Females tend to smell less than males, due to less active scent glands. Usually two or more females will get along great provided they are introduced properly. Introducing females at a young age increases your chances of the females getting along. Pairing a female with an intact male will most likely result in breeding and offspring. Due to the complex reproductive system, females are never recommended to be altered. The surgery to spay a marsupial female is invasive, stressful, and very complex. In order to prevent unwanted offspring, keep the female with a neutered the male, or house the female with another female.

Neutered Males :
Males are usually neutered to prevent breeding/inbreeding, but there are many more social and health benefits. Testosterone is a male hormone that is produced by the males’’ testies. Since the testies are removed during a neuter, the testosterone levels are significantly decreased. By lowering the testosterone levels, the scent glands become less active and therefore the males have lesser odor. Neutered males also tend to be more docile, and loving towards their human companions, as well as their cage mates. Intact males living together may result in territorial and dominance fighting. Sometimes these fights may leave one or more sugar gliders severally injured or even dead. Neutering one or all males in a colony will often allow them to be housed together happily.

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i ) Boy

Tell me a little about the males :
Males have scent glands located on their neck, chest, anus, and forehead, used to mark their territory. The smell is faint and hardly noticeable when the glider is in a clean habitat, on a good diet, and in good health. Intact adult males can be identified by the presence of a bald spot, on it's forehead, and the chest gland can also be seen. Males neutered before puberty, do not develop the scent glands responsible for the bald spots. Adult males will loose their bald spots upon neutering, as their scent glands will become inactive. The male sugar glider has a bifurcated penis which means it is divided in two. The penis is thin, long, and pink. Often times new owners will mistake their penis for a worm, or intestine. Males can be identified by the presence of a scrotum that has the appearance of a wart where you would expect a belly button to be. Males will reach sexual mature between 4 to 12 months of age depending on genetics, diet, and care. The development of the bald spots caused by active scent glands is a sign the male has reached sexual maturity.

ii ) Girl

Tell me a little about the females :
Females can be identified by the pouch opening on her abdomen. The pouch opening is viewed as a vertical slit where you would expect to see a belly button. Females will mature between 6 to 18 months of age, depending on her conditions, genetics, and diet. The younger the female, the higher risk of neglected babies. Female sugar gliders have 2 separate vaginae and cervixes and a divided uterus Female sugar gliders cycle about once every 29 days. Pregnancy for a female lasts between 15-17 days. Upon giving birth, the babies move up into the pouch where they will remain the next 60-70 days. Females will usually breed until they are between 5-8 years of age. Some may breed longer. Females normally have 1 to 2 babies at a time. It is possible for a female to have up to 4 joeys in the pouch at a time. A female’s milk changes often during the developmental stages of the baby in the pouch. Female sugar gliders are able to maintain babies of different developmental stages. Each milk gland works individually and is able to change and support each baby at their stage of development.

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f ) What to Expect ?

On the visit, what to expect ?

So you have decided that a sugar glider may be the right pet for you. Breeders love to meet potential owners and their families. Be prepared to stay a while, as a normal visit can last 2 hours or more. Make a list of any questions that you have. While you are there, you can meet and handle some of the gliders, as well as learn what it takes to be a good glider parent. Most people come to knowing little about these wonderful animals however they leave there with a great amount of knowledge to decide if this is the right pet for them. We don’t think you should rush your in making your decision, and encourage you to think everything over.

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Before your new addition comes home, what to expect ?

You have done your research, and decided that a sugar glider is the right pet for you. Now, you will need to do a little shopping. Be sure that you have everything you need before your little ones come home, this will make the home coming day run a lot smoother and less stressful for everyone.

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SHOPPING LIST :-



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Before you bring your glider home, be sure that you are prepared. Make sure you have all the items on the above list. The glider’s cage should be set up complete with feeding station, full water bottle, warm sleeping quarters, and a few toys. At this point, don’t overwhelm the cage with toys, as you don’t want a lot of toys to distract the sugar gliders from wanting to interact with you. You can slowly add more toys as the bonding progresses. Prepare your gliders food the day before, and make a list of questions to ask your breeder. Most breeders encourage you to make bonding visits, or the use of scent patches with your glider before it come home. This will help the glider become familiar with you, and help in bonding later.

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Picking up your glider, what to expect ?

The big day is finally here. You will need a special carrying pouch for your glider, as some of us as breeder do not provide one for you. If you are making a journey of more than 2 hours you may want to provide some treats [dried fruit, yogurt drops] for the ride home. Make sure you bring your list of questions with you, as well as our phone number and directions in case you get lost. Upon your arrival, we will go over any questions or concerns that you have. There is also some paperwork that we will need to fill out. Your balance, if any, will be due at this time. We will then get out your new glider, and prepare them for the ride home.

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First Week home, what to expect ?

The first few days home will be both stressful and exciting. It is important to note that every glider has a different personality so it is almost impossible to know how each individual will react. Some gliders will take to their new homes and owners right away, with no signs of stress or fear. However, most will show some signs of fear and discomfort when they are first brought home. Leaving a sugar glider alone in the cage for 1-3 days to allow it to adjust to the new home is recommended if the glider is showing signs of moderate to severe stress. During this time, talk softly through the bars of the cage, let your glider come to you. Chasing a sugar glider around the cage to catch it will create more stress to the animal. Sugar gliders are wild, exotic animals, and are prone to stress.

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Some signs of stress may include :-



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g ) Common Questions

Common New Owner Questions :-



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C ) Care

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Before Getting Your Glider(s) HOME, please consider these :-



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a ) Housing

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i ) Size [ Small, Medium, DIY ]

ii ) Accessories [ Sleeping Pouch ]

iii ) Feeder [ Metal Bowl, Plate ]

iv ) Waterer [ Living World, Critter Canteen ]

v ) Toys [ Wheel, Bird Toy, DIY Stuff ]

vi ) Bedding [ Breeder Celect, Newspaper ]

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b ) Bonding

Bonding with your sugar glider can be a rough road, although once you get there, it is worth the trip. Gliders are very social animals, and bond fairly easy. The more time you spend with your glider, the stronger your bond will be.

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There are a few tips that can help make this process easier on you and your new sugar glider :-



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i ) How to Start ? [ Time, Love, Patience, Consistency ]

ii ) Aid [ Bonding Pouch, Scent Patch ]

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c ) Introducing

Introducing sugar gliders can be extremely simple in some cases, but it can also be a long, slow, and stressful process.

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There are a few important things to consider when introducing new sugar gliders :-



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How to introduce sugar gliders :-



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Tips for newly introduced sugar gliders :-



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i ) Cage [ side by side ]

ii ) Pouch [ through mesh ]

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d ) Nail Trimming

The nails of your glider are made to cling to branches, climb trees, leaping and griping. Their little nails left untrimmed can cause little punctures up and down your skin while you are letting them play on you. This in turn could allow bacteria into your skin, which can result in a condition known as dermatitis. Trimming the nails of your glider is important not only to you, but as a safety precaution to them as well. It may take 2 people to trim your gliders nails until you get the hang of it.

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You will need :-

i ) A towel / sleeping pouch

ii ) Nail Clippers

iii ) Another helping hand if available

iv ) Corn Starch, Nitrate Stick, or Blood Stopper

v ) Confidence

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It is best to trim your gliders nails in the morning, when they are tired. Some gliders will allow you to trim their nails quite easily as they become used to the process. Use the towel to hold the glider, be careful not to hold it too tightly. If needed, cover your glider's head to reduce stress. Take the nail clippers and clip off the very end of each nail. Be careful not to cut too much of the nail. It will bleed if you cut off too much. Should bleeding occur, use cornstarch, nitrate sticks or blood stopper to help clot the blood and stop the bleeding.

There are also other things you can do to help keep your glider's nails down to size. Such as using a product from called the Nail-O-Matic. These products are both very helpful, however the Emery Track is adjustable to fit in many different wheel styles, and in my experience works faster, and holds up longer.

If you don't want to buy something, you can also try attaching a fine finishing sandpaper, about 400 to 600 grit, to about 1/3 of the running surface of you sugar gliders wheel. It is recommended that you replace the paper as needed, and always use under supervision. Do not leave the sand paper in the wheel for more than 3 days at a time. Nails that are too short can cause problems also.

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i ) Nail Clipper

ii ) Nail Trimmer in Wheel [ Nail-O-Matic ]

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D ) Diet & Nutrition







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There are many different diets available for your sugar glider, each diet has it's ups and downs. It really is controversial as to what the best diet is for a sugar glider in captivity.

Whether it is Slurp or even HPW Diet, it's really up to you. The choice is yours to make.


GliderSlurp


HPW Diet [made with Manuka Honey, hence the darker colouring]

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Although any diet you choose, keep the following in mind :-

• A healthy diet is VERY important, serious health conditions will arise if your glider is not feed properly.

• Keep a positive calcium to phosphorous ratio, use calcium supplements that are non-phosphorous.

• A sugar gliders diet should consist of a protein source, vitamins, fruits and vegetables.

• Use vitamin supplements when necessary, but don't over do it, too many vitamins can be just as harmful as not enough.

• Start out by feeding about 3-4 tablespoons of food per night, per glider. If they eat it all the first night add a little more the next night until they leave only a little bit. Remember a sugar gliders stomach is about the same size of your thumbnail, and only holds less than a tablespoon of food/water.

• Often times breeders will offer pregnant or lactating mothers extra protein. Before doing this, be sure it fits into your current diet plan.

• Never add vitamins to your gliders water.

• Always follow the directions of your chosen diet.

• Fresh water and a high quality staple food must be available at all times.

• Feed you glider a varied diet within your chosen diet plan. This will prevent food boredom, and ensures a balanced diet. Example, feed various fruits, juices, vegetables, etc.

• Cat food or pellet base diets are not recommended. Sugar gliders are sap suckers, by feeding large amounts of hard food can lead to an infection in the jaw known as “lumpy jaw”.

• Do not mix diets. Each diet is balanced with the right amount of vitamins and minerals. Mixing diets can affect these balances resulting in either too much, or not enough of something.

• Give the diet a chance before deciding your gliders don't like it. Sugar Gliders can be like 2 year olds, and have similar eating patterns. One week they will go without touching any fruit, the next that is all they will eat.


An example or portion to feed on a daily basis.
Clockwise from top : Fresh Fruits + Veges + Broiled Chicken [supplement] / HPW Diet / Fruit Smoothie / Silkworm / Yogurt Drops + Dried Fruits


Some FOOD i always have on hand : Bee pollen / Glider booster / Wombaroo High Protein Supplement / Wombaroo Milk Replacer / Wombaroo Small Carnivore Food / Yogurt drops / Dried fruits / Gliderade / Pure Acacia Gum / Glider Cal

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E ) Health & Hazard

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a ) Check Up

You need to bring your sugar gliders for a health check up, when you first took it from your breeder or petstore. Make sure your sugar gliders has a clean bill of health, so as to avoid transmiting unknown diseases to your current pets or existing sugar gliders.

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b ) Disease & Disorder

Sugar gliders are excellent in hiding their illness, so make sure you're always alert about your gliders when they are sick. If your pet shows signs of illness, do not give it any medications unless prescribed by your veterinarian. Remember that with the appearance of any clinical signs, a qualified veterinarian should be allowed to make a definitive diagnosis. Identifying and treating diseases in their early stages is the key to successful treatment and cure. Like many other exotic species that become ill, sick sugar gliders are very fragile, and require prompt veterinary attention.

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Obesity :-
- Gliders that are obese or overweight generally are inactive and very round in body size.
Treatment : A bigger living environment with plenty of toys to stimulate foraging activity and a wheel.

Trembling or Shakiness :-
- Shaking or shivering right after waking up from sleep is normal for a glider. But if it continues after a few moments, especially the back legs and the glider has weak limbs, it could mean a calcium deficiency problem.
Treatment : Calcium supplement has to be given if it is the early stages. The diet has to be changed. Best to visit a vet for advice and treatment.

Hair Loss :-
- If hair loss is at the center of a male's head, then it is normal as that is the male's scent gland. If hair loss is at other body parts, be it in hairless spots or thinning of hair, it could mean mites or fungul infection or malnutrition.
Treatment : Seek a vet for treatment.

Lack of Appetite :-
- A drop in appetite or eating very little could mean a few things. Stress can be one of them and this is normally seen with gliders in new homes. Another would be internal parasites, as worms and microorganism in the gut can cause a drop in appetite. Another would be the teeth or jaw. Check the teeth for any breakage and make sure there is no swelling to the gums.
Treatment : If it is from new surroundings, it is normal. If appetite is small, visit a vet and get your glider dewormed. If teeth has problems, visit a vet for treatment.

Diarrhea :-
- Watery stool. If the stool or poo is moist like tooth paste, then it is normal but if the poo is wet and has no shape, it is diarrhea. It can be caused by new food, infected or spoiled food, or parasites.
Treatment : Home treatment would be to provide Glucose supplement and Gatorade or a non-carbonated isotonic drink diluted with water and increase in food high in fiber. A visit to the vet is a must as diarrhea is fatal, especially to joeys.

Dehydration :-
- A dehydrated glider will have dull looking eyes, very stiff skin. Check your glider's hydration by pinching the skin behind the neck. If it retracts in a second, your glider is safe but if the skin fold is still there after 1 second, then your glider is dehydrated and would need liquids fast.
Treatment : Feed water with glucose mixed with Gatorade or a non-carbonated isotonic drink. 1 water to 1 glucose mixture ratio.

Constipation :-
- A glider would have constipation if it doesn't take enough fruits and water. The usual signs are seen when a glider hisses when it is defecating or pooing.
Treatment : A teaspoon of pure apple juice twice a day would cure this.

Urinary Tract Infection :-
- This means difficulty in peeing. These may include bladder infections, urinary blockages, and
kidney disease. These problems may be more common in gliders on very high-protein,
high-mineral diets, such as large amounts of regular cat food. Signs may include bloody
urine, straining to urinate or dribbling urine, lethargy, decreased appetite, increased thirst
or urine output, protruding and/or discolored penis, and weight loss.
Treatment : Need antibiotics from vet.

Hissing during Urinating :-
- It is an early sign of difficulty in peeing.
Treatment : Quickly get hold of pure cranberry juice and feed a teaspoon of it twice a day to your glider.

Blindness :-
- Known as partial blindness in gliders, it is actually the cause from a high in fat diet. Gliders taking mainly mealworms or a lot of sunflower seeds in their diet would develop a layer on the eye that may look like your glider turned blind.
Treatment : Cut out on fatty food, change the diet.

Hind Leg Paralysis :-
- Weakness of the back legs. Can be seen when a glider has problems climbing, walking, excessively having trembling legs and may not be active anymore.
Treatment : This is due to a bad diet that lacks in calcium. Seek vet for treatment and change the diet. Include calcium supplements.

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c ) First Aid

When dealing with exotic animals, it is always best to be prepared for any emergency that may come up and need treated right away. However, always follow-up with a good and knowledgeable vet. This could save your little glider's life. Here is a list of items to start your "sugar glider emergency kit". All items should be placed in a sealed and marked container. Please place your "sugar glider emergency kit" in an easy to reach and find area.
E-mail me if you have anything you would like to see added to our list.

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Glider Emergency Kit:-

First Aid Cream, with or without pain relief
Q-tips
Cotton Balls
Tissues
Sterile cotton pads, Gauze and/or Bandages
Medical Adhesive Tape to secure Bandages
Blood stopper, silver nitrate sticks, or corn starch to clot bleeding
Small scissors
Baby nail clippers
Nail file
Critter keeper, empty 10 gallon aquarium w/vented top, for sick animal set up
Small heat pad
Size #5 french catheter tube for emergency feeding (can be purchased from your local vet or hospital)
1cc Sterile Syringe, with out needle
Thermometer
Pedialyte
Mineral oil
Liquid Calcium
Marsupial or puppy milk for emergency and supplement feeding
Bottled Water

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d ) Glider Proofing

When letting your sugar gliders out to play, it is always a good idea to "glider-proof" the room first. Removing any dangerous situations that the sugar glider could get into can save it's life.

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How to Start ?



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F ) Breeding












1 Day OOP


3 Days OOP



2 Weeks OOP


49 Days OOP

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G ) Recommended

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a ) Vet

Recommended vets :-

1) Dr Jenny

HANDS "N" PAWS
C-17G, Jalan PJU 1/45,
Aman Suria Damansara, 47301 PJ
Tel: 03-7804 6539
Dr Jenny can neuter male gliders safely.
The clinic can deworm and treat serious conditions for gliders.
Call before you go to make an appointment.



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YEOH VETERINARY CLINIC & SURGERY
126, Jln SS 24/2, Tmn Megah, 47301 PJ, Selangor
Tel: 03-78048684
Fax: 03-78052350
Dr Yeoh can neuter male gliders safely.
The clinic is able to treat minor things on gliders and general check up but not great for serious cases.
Call to make an appointment.

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3) Dr Vellayan

10, Jalan L2, Phase 6A
Taman Melawati
53100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 013-6246 918
Tel/Fax: 03-4108 5530
Call to make an appointment as his practise is normally during the night.
Dr Vellayan can neuter male gliders, give general check ups, deworm and treat general ailments.

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This post has been edited by kelvin_faye: Jun 11 2009, 01:38 PM

H ) Notice Board

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a ) Gathering


Glidertiam Majlis Berbuka Puasa, at Penang Village, Mid Valley Megamall


Sugar Glider Gathering, at Fluff Petstore


Glidertiam BBQ + Pool Party, at Court 8, near USJ 14


Glidertiam Suggie DIY Gathering, at PetShack

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This post has been edited by kelvin_faye: Apr 24 2009, 11:30 AM

SUGAR GLIDER OWNERS :-

1 ) kelvin_faye :
Cairo, DOA : 01/09/08
Daisha, DOA : 01/10/08
Hansel, 2nd batch of Cairo & Daisha, DOB : 22/04/09, OOP : 28/06/09
Grettel, 2nd batch of Cairo & Daisha, DOB : 22/04/09, OOP : 28/06/09

2 ) nezumitaro :
BB, OOP : 23/05/05
Kiro, OOP : 27/06/08
Oki, OOP: 21/02/09
Iko, OOP: 21/02/09


3 ) hackerzx :
Chuui, DOA : 01/08/07

4 ) SugarCoatedCandy :
Bella

5 ) liyanaomar :
Phoebe
Joey
Naomi

6 ) eric138 & kaken :
Money
Micky
Belle
Sheila

7 ) muchan86 :
Dakota, DOA : 18/08/08

8 ) bardz :
Kurin de la Venga
Lilith Lazinsca
Fola, 1st batch of Cairo & Daisha, DOB : 19/12/08, OOP : 24/02/09

9 ) cheeann & pink_baby :
Minnie

10 ) babydugong & jtl :
Athena
Kit
Kat

11 ) wafiazizul :
Haru
Aki

12 ) emino :
Teddy, DOA : 01/02/08
Vicky, DOA : 06/06/08

13 ) shakeera :
Shino, DOA : 21/06/08
Sachi, DOA : 11/10/08
Shyla, DOA : 21/03/09

14 ) teejay & saramic :
Gadget
QiQi
Bubba
Z
Timon
Pumba

15 ) ReBeLLioN :
Senget
Gelong
Milah, 1st batch of Senget & Gelong, OOP : 20/02/09
Leha, 1st batch of Senget & Gelong, OOP : 20/02/09

16 ) mattemily_85 :
Gino
Lucas
Tiny

17 ) hanin_schum :
Dante
Danni

18 ) onezkatana :
Mac
Apple

19 ) jitshiong :
Twinkle, DOA : 21/10/05
Dexter, OOP : +- 18/02/08
Quincy, OOP : +- 01/07
Cassie, OOP : 23/02/08
Bear, OOP : 07/01/07
Queenie, DOA : May 09

20 ) vincent09 :
Ah Pit, almost 3 years as of 24/04/09

21 ) shazman :
Rocky, DOA : 23/07/08
Rambo, DOA : 30/07/08
Mimi, DOA : 23/09/08
Momo, DOA : 28/09/08
Sunti, DOA : 10/02/09
Dara, DOA : 16/04/09
Eamon, 1st batch of Cairo & Daisha, DOB : 19/12/08, OOP : 24/02/09

22 ) sharil :
Gizmo, DOA : 22/02/07
Molly, DOA : 23/02/08

23 ) cokekies :
Sweety, DOA : 08/02/09
Candy, DOA : 04/04/09

24 ) faerieC :
Milly, DOA : 03/09/08

25 ) mselee :
Don Giancarlo, DOA : 19/12/08
Don Demetrio, DOA : 06/02/09

26 ) chika loco :
Twileena, DOA : 26/11/08
Damian, DOA : 13/12/08

27 ) mingwei86 :
Salt, DOA : 02/03/09
Pepper, DOA : 02/03/09

28 ) wafiazizul :
Haru, OOP : 25/09/08
Aki, OOP : 11/09/08

29 ) RyoKenzaki :
Jelly, DOA : 01/06/09

30 ) afcmh :
MOMO, OOP : 14/03/09, DOA : 10/06/09

31 ) saramelia :
Ryo, OOP : 08/03/09, DOA : 25/05/09

32 ) Yvaine :
Baby Boy, DOA : 06/09/06
Baby Girl, DOA : 01/06/07
Cici, DOB : 08/02/09

33) Violin! :
Haylie, DOA : 04/06/09
Joshie, DOA : 04/06/09

34 ) loritanah :
Lulu, DOA : 19/05/09

35 ) ~ :
Venita, DOA : 25/04/09
Molly, DOA : 21/06/09

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** Please POST to update : NAME, SEX, DOB[date of birth] or OOP[out of pouch] or DOA[date of adoption]. Thanks. **

This post has been edited by kelvin_faye: Jul 23 2009, 02:47 AM

IDEAs for UR CAGE!!











This post has been edited by kelvin_faye: Apr 30 2009, 09:36 AM

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This post has been edited by kelvin_faye: Apr 20 2009, 02:30 AM

Congratulation V12

V12,

For those who like to watch videos on suggies!! ^^ These videos contains useful information on sugar gliders and covers a wide area of having sugar gliders as pets

All About Male & Female Sugar Gliders


How Much Does a Sugar Glider Cost?


How Much Attention Does a Sugar Glider Need?


The Importance of Pairing Your Sugar Glider


The Drawbacks of Sugar Glider Ownership


The Noises of Pet Sugar Gliders


Picking Cages for Sugar Gliders


The Mess & Odors of Pet Sugar Gliders


Accessories for Pet Sugar Gliders


How to Handle a Pet Sugar Glider


How to Bond with Your Sugar Glider


How to Feed a Pet Sugar Glider


Trimming the Nails of Pet Sugar Gliders


This post has been edited by SugarCoatedCandy: Apr 10 2009, 06:49 PM

congrats v12...

This post has been edited by shakeera: Apr 9 2009, 06:45 PM

2oth Poster...

Congrats v12