Sugar Glider Accessories

Sugar gliders are very social and active little creatures that require a significant amount of stimulation. The necessary stimuli must be provided through several forms of interaction including direct contact with their human friends and other sugar  gliders, as well as environmentally, via the use of appropriate toys and habitat  accessories.

Basic Needs:

•    Metal cage (large enough to enable plenty of activity)
•    Food container
•    Water container ( correct type needed per age of the glider)
•    Sleeping quarters
•    Bedding material

Once these basic needs have been met, the gliders’ mental and physical activity  needs must be addressed.

Habitat Enhancers:

•    Adjustable shelving
•    Bedding varieties
•    Ladders
•    Hanging dens
•    Natural branches
•    Heat lamps
•    Cage covers
•    Nesting boxes

There are numerous habitat-complimenting, as well as comfort providing options  available that are sure to appeal to every glider and their loving owners.

Exercising Fun:

•    Tunnels
•    Play wheels
•    Swings
•    Harnesses
•    Rope toys
•    Chain toys

Socializing Fun:

•    Carrying pouches
•    Bonding slings

Just Plain Fun:

•    Virtually any toddler-safe toy on the market
•    Cardboard boxes
•    Cloth bags
•    Old socks
•    Tents

Fun and Treats with a Purpose:

•    Calcium enriched edible toys
•    Nail trimming wheels with replaceable inserts
•    Dental health biscuits
•    Vitamin treats

There is a vast array of glider accessories available to meet the needs of your  gliders, from the simplest toddler toy, to the most complex and fascinating glider  specific gadget. Store-bought items however, are not the only way to please your  glider. Glider accessories can be made from common every day household items; that  unwanted shoebox, cloth shopping bag, or mate less sock can provide your gliders  with hours of entertainment and pleasure.

Gliders enjoy items that they can manipulate, e.g. push, toss, and/or carry, filling a simple need to interact, satisfy curiosities and just have fun! Very similar to  human toddlers, the more interaction and stimulation, the more socially secure,  well-rounded, happier beings result. These benefits are not derived from the amount  of money spent on stimulation but instead from the amount of positive stimulation  itself.

Providing your gliders with the proper accessories, attention and affection is  equally crucial to the overall health and well-being of your furry, big-eyed friend, as meeting their basic nutritional needs. Continually surprising your gliders with  accessories that fascinate and provide physical activity will help ensure both their physical and mental health.
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