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About Laurie Gallagher
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Since 2002, I have owned, bred and now rescue and re-home sugar gliders. was a USDA Licensed breeder until June of 2007 and, as of December 2006, have converted to a sugar glider rescue and re-homing only operation. I can help with questions about diet, habitat, enrichment, behavior, bonding, rescues, joeys, health.
IF YOU SUSPECT YOUR SUGAR GLIDER IS SICK, CONTACT A QUALIFIED SUGAR GLIDER VETERINARIAN IMMEDIATELY. (I am not a veterinarian and cannot replace a visit to the vet).
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I was a USDA licensed breeder. I was a sugar glider breeder and rescuer for 6 years. I was also an administrator on Worldwide Sugar Glider Network (WSGN) Screen name: Lauriegall
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Worldwide Sugar Glider Network (WSGN)
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Online at Worldwide Sugar Glider Network (WSGN)
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No formal education on sugar gliders but years of research and experience.
Real Estate Agent at http://www.lauriegallagher.com/ and Paralegal
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You are here: Experts > Animals/Pets > Exotic Pets > Sugar Gliders > odors
Expert: Laurie Gallagher
Date: 4/18/2008
Subject: odors
Question
I just recently got two sugar gliders (one male one female). I asked several people if Sugar Gliders have an odor and everyone told me that if the cage is kept clean there is no odor. I have kept the cage VERY clean but I still smell a very unpleasant odor. Is this normal and if it is normal any suggestions on getting rid of the odor?
Answer
Dear Kelly:
Someone completely misinformed you and I hope you let them know, because this is one of the reasons that sugar gliders become rescues. Even with keeping cages clean you are going to have some odor. That is a fact. that is the truth and people should be honest. I suspect you have an un-neutered male. If you get him neutered, you will reduce the odor significantly, but it will not totally eliminate an the musky smell. Some people do not seem to notice this odor as much as others.
Other things you can do is eliminate the wood toys. Wood absorbs,urine and other unpleasant odors and is nearly impossible to remove. I advise using as much plastic and washable fleece as possible.
Launder their pouches and clean their running wheels every 3-4 days. That, along with getting the male neutered (very important!) will reduce the odor.
Best of luck,
Laurie
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