Sugar Gliders

Playful, curious, social and lovable pets with gliding movements

Sugar gliders as the name itself say, are the sweetest pets with lovable social nature. They interact well with humans and needs to be pampered and coddled. With their gliding movements and large expressive eyes, they are sure to catch your fancy the moment you lay your eyes on this cutie. Bring home a cute sugar glider from Mufasa!

Native

Australia

Life Span

12- 15 years

Size

Small

Noise Level

Moderate

Talk Ability

Good

Facts

Extremely social, interactive and cuteness overload- Sugar Gliders!

Normal Behavior

They are lovable creatures who are extremely social. They always need company and can get depressed if left alone. Hence, sugar gliders should always be housed in pairs.
Male and female sugar gliders can be kept together for them to mate and produce 1 or 2 babies, also called joeys.
They are curious and playful pets who love to interact with their cage mates and caregivers.
They love to curl up inside pouches. You can get sugar glider pouches from the market.

Diet

Sugar gliders are omnivorous in nature. They feed on plant and animal matter.
Can be fed with sugar glider pellets available in the market.
They need 25% protein- cooked eggs, lean/cooked meat can be given.
They also need 25% greens- They love all kinds of fruits and leafy vegetables
They graze throughout the day and feed on leaves and grass.
Vitamin supplements and high-protein food can be given.

Food items to avoid

Chocolates are a big NO when it comes to feeding your sugar glider
Steer clear of dairy products like ice cream, cheese or milk. Sugar gliders are lactose intolerant by nature.
Ensure that all the vegetables and fruits are washed properly and do not belong to the high-risk category. The high-risk category is the one that has been treated with too much harmful pesticides/ insecticides.

Making A Home

Sugar gliders are very active by nature and hence needs a spacious cage for them to easily run around and play.
They love jumping and climbing. Hence, keep lots of vertical space in the cage.
In case you use a wire mesh cage, the spacing should not be more than ½ inch- 1 inch.
If the cage has horizontal bars, the spacing between the bars should not be more than ½ inch.
The cage should be away from direct sunlight and should be free of dirt and grime.
Add a small bag or pouch inside the cage for them to sleep or hide during day time.
The cage should have branches or shelves.
You can add common bird toys, and exercise wheels with smooth sides for them to play.

Grooming & Hygiene

The cage should be cleaned once every two weeks using a mix of white vinegar and hot water. Never use chemicals as sugar gliders are toxic to them.
The cage should be thoroughly rinsed and dried before you place them back inside the cage.
Cage pouches and toys should be replaced every week.
The cage trays have to be wiped clean on a daily basis.
You need not bath the sugar gliders. They are naturally clean and keep themselves clean by grooming each other.

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Mufasa Pets ships pets to your home by air or by land, whichever is best suited. We ensure that the pet remains healthy and safe during its journey to your home. The cost of transportation will be paid by the client.