How to raise sugar gliders in winter

Apr 07,2024
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The main control of sugar glider breeding in winter is temperature. It is necessary to ensure that the living environment of the sugar glider is at a suitable temperature, between 24 and 28°C. If it is too cold, it will affect the blood circulation of the sugar glider and cause physical discomfort. Pet owners should prepare an incubator for the sugar glider and control the temperature between 24 and 28 degrees. In addition, they should also pay attention to feeding the sugar glider and communicating with the sugar glider is essential. Communicating and playing with each other can enhance feelings.

Notes on feeding sugar gliders in winter:

1. Prepare a suitable living environment for them. Prepare a breeding box of appropriate size to simulate the living environment in the wild, and adjust the temperature and humidity of the breeding box. The suitable temperature for the living environment is around 24°C-28°C. If the temperature of the surrounding environment is lower than 20°C, the sugar glider's environment needs to be heated.

2. Prepare food for them and feed them regularly every day. Sugar gliders like to eat sweet things. In the natural environment, sugar gliders like to eat sweet foods such as flowers, honey, pollen, etc. You can feed it grapes, pineapples, peaches, etc. You also need to feed it boiled eggs to supplement protein. Sugar gliders like to eat soft food. You can feed them cooked carrots, sweet potatoes, etc. and mash them into puree.

3. Play with them for about half an hour every day. You can put it in your sleeve or pocket, rub its chin and belly more, and tease it with your fingers. You can also tease it with a cat stick or shoelaces to make it feel familiar and dependent.

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