This is their home, and so it should be a place that meets their needs and that they will be happy with.
Although small, sugar gliders are unique, lively animals, and there are just a few things to consider when selecting or building a cage for these little creatures.
This article will list some of the basic features of a good sugar glider cage.
Size, Material, and Construction Since sugar gliders like to jump and climb, your pet will enjoy a cage that has that much room.
A good size for such a cage is 25 inches by 24 inches by at least 36 inches high.
The bars to the cage should be small enough so that your pet does not get caught in them - no larger than 1/2 inch apart.
You also want to make sure that the suggie can climb around, so if the cage isn't a wire mesh, there should be bars that can be used for climbing.
The cage should be furnished with climbing bars and other toys inside the cage that'll provide interest and activity for your pet as well.
The cage should not irritate your pet's feet when it climbs inside it.
If it is wire, think about powder coating it or using a vinyl cage that will be softer.
Sugar gliders are exceptionally intelligent creatures, so make sure the cage has a secure latch that it cannot open.
You'd be surprised at what they can figure out Cleaning You pet will be happier and healthier in a well-kept, clean cage.
Cages should be cleaned on a weekly basis.
The basic cleaning process consists of the following steps:
- Remove visible dirt and debris
- Disinfect (do not use Lysol)
- Rinse cage and all accessories
- Allow cage to dry
These include pouches, trays, and liners.
A good cleaning agent is hypo-allergenic soap, You can use the washing machine and add a small amount of bleach as a disinfectant, then be sure to rinse thoroughly.
These are just the basic considerations you should make when preparing and maintaining a cage for your sugar glider.
Doing so will ensure that your well-loved pet is indeed happy with his cage.