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Sugar Glider Store Posting Page
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
A common misconception is that sugar gliders only eat sweet foods, but actually they are omnivores (plant and animal eaters). In the wild, sugar gliders eat a variety of foods. In captivity, sugar gliders should be provided a balanced, varied and fresh diet to keep them healthy. Sugar gliders often overeat sweets and fattening foods, then can become overweight - leading to medical complications related to obesity. Fruits have a lot of natural sugars, which is why you must limit the amount you feed to your glider(s). Treats include mealworms and other insects, nuts, yogurt drops and dried fruit. Treats are not necessary in maintaining sugar glider health, but they are a great tool to use with bonding! Treats, fruits and vegetables should make up no more than 20% of your pets diet while the rest is filled with a staple dry/wet food. Freshness is key to a healthy diet; because we don't use preservatives, follow these guidelines indefinitely:
Moist Foods:unopened- 12 monthsopened- (refrigerated) 7-10 daysin cage- 24 hoursDry Foods:unopened- (refrigerated/frozen) 12 monthsopened- 4-6 monthsin cage- free choice (as long as your pet is eating)
by: Sugar Glider Store
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