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Cass

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I can answer questions regarding health, taming, joey problems, nail trimming, cage decorations, size and type of cage, diet, grooming, socialization, agressive behavior and more. Just ask!

Betty

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I can answer general questions about Sugar Gliders and their care. I am NOT a vet, so can give limited information about health issues. Since gliders are so new to the domesticated scene, no one can really be considered an "expert," but I can give advice as an experienced, knowledgeable "amateur."

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2009-11-20 2 adult gliders:

Erin, I believe that any glider can be tamed with enough time and patience. Apparently your gliders have not been socialized, and are terrified of humans. Please read my article about bonding. You

2009-11-18 dumb question:

Tasha, There are no dumb questions. It is not unusual for a male glider's penis to come out once in a while. It should not happen often, though. The liquid was most likely sperm. Don't worry, everything

2009-11-16 dogs and sugar gliders:

Spencer, Whether your dog and sugar glider get along depends on the personalities of both of them. In my case, the gliders crabbed and swiped at my lab, and he now wants nothing to do with them.

2009-11-15 uhh ohh:

Shannon, Have there been any changes in your glider's environment? There must be something triggering his responses the past few days. Think about diet, things in the cage, smells, stress, unusual

2009-11-15 Sugar Glider and Flying Squirrel:

Molli, I saw the video and read the comments. It seems they do fight, and the owners plan to separate them. Anyway, Sugar gliders do make noises. If they are happy and well cared for, they won't

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