Sugar Glider Community Calendar

Please click here to see larger view
Articles
More coming soon!!
Today's Birthdays
B1u3sky, StellaLuna
Member Spotlight
Hutch
Hutch
Belleville, IL
Posts: 1,482
Joined: November 2015
Show All Member Profiles 
Last 10 Posts
Gliders of the Round Table 10
by Feather. 03/27/24 07:04 PM
Logging in Problem
by Feather. 03/26/24 06:07 PM
Cloaca swollen?
by Hutch. 03/16/24 11:51 PM
Wheels, Toys, Toy supplies, pouches and more.
by Ladymagyver. 03/07/24 11:16 PM
Gliders of the Round Table 9
by Hutch. 03/07/24 10:52 PM
Stewie:" It's MY Mouse!"
by Hutch. 03/04/24 12:12 AM
2024 Sugar Glider Calendar and Cafe Press Store
by theresaw. 02/29/24 08:55 PM
Custom Cage Liners Machine Wash & Dry
by gr8pots. 02/27/24 04:23 PM
Google+

Facebook
Join Us On Facebook
Previous Thread
Next Thread
Print Thread
Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! #870959
11/23/09 01:00 AM
11/23/09 01:00 AM

Z
Zeal
Unregistered
Zeal
Unregistered
Z



Hello. What would make a Glider eat bedding?(fresh bedding(not messy), same that has always been used)I got so concerned i took the "crumble" bedding out and replaced it with newspaper.(flat, less reachable, etc.) She is STILL reaching through and eating it.

Is this dangerous?(colon impacting, etc.) Could it be a mineral deficiency? (we feed the HPW complete. with Gliderade once or twice a week) How do i stop this behavior?
would really appreciate some opinions/advice here!!!

Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: ] #870982
11/23/09 03:46 AM
11/23/09 03:46 AM
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 7,748
New Jersey
JillMarie Offline
Serious Glideritis
JillMarie  Offline
Serious Glideritis

Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 7,748
New Jersey
WELCOME TO GC!
if she is in a cage that has a barred bottom with the plastic tray underneath, I would just remove any bedding. you really dont need to have it there. Its nice to have to soak up urine and such and makes clean up easier, but if she is grabbing at it and eating it, simple solution is remove it. the plastic tray is easy enough to wipe out everyday and this removes the risk. eating bedding can be very risky.
your glider should have a pouch or box for "nesting" in and fleece is the preferred material for pouches.


:grey: Bosom Buddy Creations:grey:
^website link wink

Remember that God Loves You!
Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: JillMarie] #870996
11/23/09 06:46 AM
11/23/09 06:46 AM
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 4,108
Phoenix AZ
C
chattrbabe Offline
Glider Addict
chattrbabe  Offline
Glider Addict
C

Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 4,108
Phoenix AZ
It can be dangerous if she is actually ingesting it. I used to have that problem. I now keep bare pans and wipe out every day.


Ash
Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: chattrbabe] #874304
11/29/09 01:10 PM
11/29/09 01:10 PM

Z
Zeal
Unregistered
Zeal
Unregistered
Z



Thank you so much for your responses JillMarie and Chatterbabe,...very much appreciated!!

I took the bedding out. Two night ago i put it back in, and they were eating it again last night. So, its back out again.
Now, what do i do if they HAVE in fact eaten it. What signs do i look for -in case it causes trouble?

Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: ] #874318
11/29/09 01:32 PM
11/29/09 01:32 PM

E
eden
Unregistered
eden
Unregistered
E



I would keep them in a bonding pouch with you for a day or two to keep an eye on them. If you notice lethargy or odd behaviour that could indicate distress like coming out of the pouch during the day, decreased appetite, very thin watery poops, not pooping at all, tender around the abdomen or paying a lot of attention to their abdomen. If you notice those signs you need to get to a vet immediately. Impactions are dangerous because if they occur then you have a matter of hours to save the animal, not days. Make sure you know an emergency hospital that will treat them should you need to get them there after hours. Call ahead because some clinics will not treat Gliders. I would highly advise that you not put the bedding back in at all. Good luck

Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: ] #874368
11/29/09 03:28 PM
11/29/09 03:28 PM
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 295
Indiana
Zeki Offline
Glider Explorer
Zeki  Offline
Glider Explorer

Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 295
Indiana
Newspaper isn't the best either, because they can digest it and also Ink Poison issues , really, do consider just not using anything in the bottom of their cage, Unless you want to Use Fleece cut Squares, so they can carrie it back to their house/pouch,
Bedding has impacted my dog, so I would hate to see what it would do to a glider..

Welcome to Glider Central.. Nice to have you with us..


Our Little {Squirt} Male Glider {Jerboa} Female Glider
Our Little {Honey} Female Glider { Misant} Male Glider
Our Little {Rosie} Dog
Our Jack Russel {Page}
Cat, Blade 10-6-2009 R.I.P
Our little {Vlad} Male Rescue Glider who took our heart, We Miss you so Much. 10-20-2009 R.I.P

Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: Zeki] #874519
11/29/09 07:54 PM
11/29/09 07:54 PM

Z
Zeal
Unregistered
Zeal
Unregistered
Z



Eden and Zeki, thank you so much for your responses, very much appreciated; a pleasure to meet you both~

I have decided to keep the tray bare; it's just too risky.
I am, and will, be keeping an eye on them. Since they were pouched all day long yesterday, i am leeting them sleep in their bowl until time to wake up; then im making sure everyone goes to the restroom both ways, and we will hold all of the girls and see if any act "tender" in the abdomen.
I will keep a very close watch on them for the next couple of days, and a close watch for the next week or so.

Thank you for all your help; i've written down the list of symptoms you provided. (and i'll look up more)

Have y'all faced a glider eating their bedding??

Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: ] #874921
11/30/09 06:54 PM
11/30/09 06:54 PM

Z
Zeal
Unregistered
Zeal
Unregistered
Z



just thought i'd give an update: so far, everyone is doing great. Everyone is "going" well, and normal (B'H") and is active and eating.
in fact, last night was pretty great. Good eating, good playing, good bonding time....good stuff!

I'm still keeping an eye on them for the rest of the week though...
thank you ladies for all your help

Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: ] #874942
11/30/09 07:58 PM
11/30/09 07:58 PM
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 13,748
Vincennes, IN, USA
suggiemom1980 Offline
Glideritis Anonymous
suggiemom1980  Offline
Glideritis Anonymous

Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 13,748
Vincennes, IN, USA
Do they have toys and a wheel in their cage? Maybe they were messing with the bedding because they were bored?


Connie

812-890-9734, 24/7 Emergencies/Joey issues

SmallWorldSuggies

"The greater the challenge, the sweeter the reward"

"Glide free :rbridge: Silly "Ozball" Ozzie. You left us 11/21/12..way too soon. You're forever loved, remembered, missed."
Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: suggiemom1980] #874980
12/01/09 01:34 AM
12/01/09 01:34 AM

Z
Zeal
Unregistered
Zeal
Unregistered
Z



Hello Suggiemom,

Three wheels, two ropes, a swing, two hammocks and some nesting clothes

i'm hoping that's enough- for now at least...

OH!, and their bowl....they LOVE that bowl....

Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: ] #875038
12/01/09 11:16 AM
12/01/09 11:16 AM
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 767
Canton Tx
Their_mommy Offline
Glider Guardian
Their_mommy  Offline
Glider Guardian

Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 767
Canton Tx
Hi Zeal, welcome to the boards. I am wondering if you are feeding anything besides the HPW?
Are you feeding veggies and such?
They may be looking for solid food.
Let us know on that ok.
As for the tray. I use paper and have never had anyone eat it but have seen both that are caged reach through for a piece of fallen food.


As time goes by and my loves pass. I will forever be greatfull for the time we had together. I will see you soon my loves.
Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: Their_mommy] #875063
12/01/09 12:12 PM
12/01/09 12:12 PM

E
eden
Unregistered
eden
Unregistered
E



Thats awesome that they are doing well. Thankfully, if they have not developed any blockage within the first 2-3 days then you know they are fine because that is how long it would take for everything to pass through their digestive system. You can breath a sigh of relief now lol!! smile

Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: ] #875428
12/01/09 11:01 PM
12/01/09 11:01 PM

Z
Zeal
Unregistered
Zeal
Unregistered
Z



Hello Ladies, a pleasure to meet you~

Their_Mommy: Thank you for replying; I am feeding the "HPW complete"- 1 Tbsp mixed veggies, 1 Tbsp. mixed fruit(mixed as in, two to three different veegies and fruits each, mixed together--and those kinds are varied as well) I, as i've read to do, also give small portion of gliderade once or twice a week. They also have a "glider complete" supplement pellet that gets left in the cage- 1-2 Tbsp. total, only, for all five gliders.

Eden: Thank you for replying and for the encouragement...I'm still keeping an eye on them since it's only been two days since this last "episode."

Re: Need help fast: Eating bedding?!! [Re: ] #875525
12/02/09 01:52 AM
12/02/09 01:52 AM
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 767
Canton Tx
Their_mommy Offline
Glider Guardian
Their_mommy  Offline
Glider Guardian

Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 767
Canton Tx
Hi Zeal, thanks for letting us know about what you are feeding, sounds like everything is just right for them and they just like to read the paper:)
Hope everything works our for your little fuzz butts and they quit reaching for things that they shouldn't


As time goes by and my loves pass. I will forever be greatfull for the time we had together. I will see you soon my loves.

Moderated by  Feather, KarenE, Ladymagyver 

Sugar Glider Help Page



Please click above to see how you can help!!

Moon
CURRENT MOON
Who's Online Now
0 registered members (), 379 guests, and 83 spiders.
Key: , , Owner, Admin
Newest Members
Mellefrl, klowvrrr, gracefulguardian, KiyokoTheDoll, Hazelneko
7324 Registered Users
Forum Statistics
Forums132
Topics10,374
Posts159,160
posts in the last 24hrs0
Members7,324
Most Online2,693
Jan 2nd, 2020
Last 10 New Topics
Logging in Problem
by Anonymous. 03/24/24 11:43 AM
Gliders of the Round Table 10
by Hutch. 03/07/24 10:50 PM
Cloaca swollen?
by Mellefrl. 03/04/24 02:39 PM
2024 Sugar Glider Calendar and Cafe Press Store
by theresaw. 08/15/23 02:37 PM
Stewie:" It's MY Mouse!"
by Ladymagyver. 05/25/21 09:57 AM
Gliders of the Round Table 9
by Hutch. 02/12/19 11:35 PM
Custom Cage Liners Machine Wash & Dry
by gr8pots. 06/03/14 10:25 AM
Popular Topics(Views)
849,551 TEXAS
679,068 OHIO
487,134 OKLAHOMA
432,138 UTAH
321,663 NORTH CAROLINA
Supported Browser
This site was tested and is best viewed in Google Chrome & Mozilla FireFox



Firefox 3

Download your copy today!!!
Home Forums Links Sitemap Vets Breeders Sounds Contact Us Names Rules & Policies

GliderCENTRAL
©1998-2024
Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software
(Release build 20180918)
Page Time: 0.035s Queries: 14 (0.007s) Memory: 1.3414 MB (Peak: 1.5670 MB) Zlib enabled. Server Time: 2024-03-28 09:48:55 UTC