Sugar Glider — life stage (owner-practical care, Merck Veterinary Manual pet-owner)
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The cage should be big enough to hold a food dish and a nest box or pouch (a safe, comfortable plastic or wooden box that a pet sugar glider can use for daytime sleeping that resembles a hollowed out tree used by a wild sugar glider for sleeping).If the nest box is placed high in the cage, there should be enough room above it so the gliders' elbows don't rub on the cage roof, which could tear their stretchy gliding membranes.Keep the cage away from vents and direct sunlight.Put branches and toys in their cage so they can climb, push, and carry items.Supplies to buy in advance Large, lockable cage; nest pouch or box; bedding; water bottle or dish; food dishes; commercial sugar glider diet or nectar mix; calcium and vitamin supplements; insects (gut-loaded with calcium); branches and toys.What Kind of Housing Do Sugar Gliders Need? Sugar gliders need a large, secure cage made of PVC-coated or powder-coated wire.Any branches brought in from the outdoors should be baked at low heat (200–250°F, or 93–121°C) for at least 30 minutes to kill microbes before being placed in the cage.Daily interaction outside of the cage is also important, as it reduces boredom.Keep the cage, nest box, and food and water dishes clean.Always wash your hands thoroughly after handling your pet or cleaning its cage.
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