What is the best source of calcium?

The best source of calcium in any diet is calcium that comes from the foods your gliders receive. Try to give your gliders foods that have a higher amount of calcium than phosphorous. Because it is not feasible to obtain all the calcium from the diet, no matter how much we try, The Pet Glider Complete Multivitamin contains enough calcium in a highly absorbable form to keep your gliders healthy and happy.

What is the best type of water dispenser?

The Pet Glider uses a water cup, but a small water bottle that attaches to the cage is good, as well.  

How important is protein?

Sugar gliders need protein to maintain a balanced diet.  This is especially important in a pregnant or lactating female. If you follow the instructions in the  Sugar Glider Exotic Diet, your gliders will receive enough protein.

Glider Grooming

Does my glider need baths?

No. Gliders are naturally very clean.  In fact, gliders excrete a cleaning substance from their eyes that they use to clean themselves. If a glider has been ill, wounded, or neglected, take a warm, damp cloth, and gently clean the glider.

What about nail trimming?

When you trim your glider's nails, please do not trim them all at once, as it will make it difficult for them to climb and hold on to things.  Be careful not to cut them too short, as you can cause bleeding if you are not careful.

Do the males give off a bad odor?

Males naturally mark their territory, but it does not give off a bad odor.  Bad odor coming from a sugar glider is an indication of illness or malnutrition. 

Does my glider need something to chew on? What is safe?

Gliders in the wild chew on branches and strip bark off trees.  Your gliders can use manzanita branches, available at The Pet Glider Online Store or branches that have not been in contact with pesticides or other chemicals.

Glider Reproduction and Joey Development

Can I neuter or spay my gliders?

You cannot spay a female sugar glider without great risk to her, therefore, neutering is the option that works best. Fin a veterinarian who is experienced in doing this, and who will use the least invasive procedure possible.

How do I know if my glider is a boy or a girl?

A glider male will have a "bald spot" on top of its head, if not neutered, and will also have a "pom pom" located on his underside.  A female will have a pouch visible on her belly.

What type of nesting places do my gliders need?

Gliders love their pouches, and it is always nice to have more than one pouch available to them.