Sugar Gliders
The charming sugar glider has quickly become a popular household pet in the United States. Their housing and dietary requirements are a bit tricky though. They are hardy and don't have a lot of health problems. However, before deciding to become a sugar glider owner, be sure you have the commitment and time your new pet will require.
Diet
- BML (recipe on spreadsheet) or commercial diet for insectivore/carnivore (Exotic Nutrition complete sugar glider diets)
- Need fresh fruits and vegetables (NOT canned, dried, or trail mix) such as chopped apple, mango, grape, carrot, sweet potato, etc.
- Heavily insectivorous – supply gut loaded crickets, mealworms, waxworms, moths
- Require ~50% protein in diet supplied by insects, lean boiled chicken or turkey, scrambled egg, cottage cheese, yogurt
- Fresh foods and insects can be dusted with mineral supplements such as Repcal or Herptivite, supplements such as Glideraide, Supreme blend, or Lory nectar may also be offered
Common Medical Disorders
- Malnutrition and its consequences
- Hind limb paralysis, tremors, rickets, cataracts, blindness
- Stress-related diseases
- Self-mutilation, pulling or chewing fur, pacing, eating disorders, cannibalism of young, abnormal aggression
- Pneumonia
- Diarrhea
- Internal parasites
THANK YOU FOR BEING A PART OF OUR MISSION TO END PET ABUSE, NEGLECT & HOMELESSNESS!
Our Partners
Sugar Glider Rescue Highlight
At RRR, we’re committed to giving all animals—big and small—the chance to heal and thrive. Right now, we urgently need your support to care for several sugar gliders who have just arrived at our sanctuary.
These sweet, but fragile creatures were surrendered in desperate need of care and proper nutrition and supplies. Sugar gliders, especially those who have suffered neglect and improper breeding, require specialized care to help them recover and thrive in a safe environment. This is where YOU come in! 💖