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Lost Cage Mate
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02/28/17 09:24 PM
02/28/17 09:24 PM
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Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 64 Tennessee
GliderLuvr
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Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 64
Tennessee
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I am heartbroken to have recently lost my little girl (of 6 years) this past Sunday morning, and now her cage mate is alone. I cleaned their cage as a precaution and thought it might be easier for our little boy to adjust without her scent, as he might stress trying to find her. I also provided new toys and a lot of foraging cups to occupy him in the absence of his playmate. He ate well last night, which I take as a good sign he is not yet depressed, and he ran some on the wheel. I know gliders need companionship, but, sadly and frustratingly, I have a serious respiratory allergy that has been traced to my gliders. I developed the allergy after having them for 2 years, and I have managed my allergy for 4 years with medication... All this to say that I am unable to get a new cage mate for my little boy, as I had already had to come to terms with the fact that these could be my only 2. I am very worried my little one will get depressed without his cage mate of 6 years and especially if I am unable to fill the void as well because of an allergy. As additional complications, (1) my husband and I would like to start a family soon, which means omitting the allergy meds for pregnancy, and not being able to get close to our little boy or his cage, and (2) my husband thinks he may also be developing an allergy since he handles the cage cleaning. For those who have lost cage mates in the past, how have your single gliders adjusted? How much extra time should you spend with them, at a minimum, to make up for their lost companion's affection and attention? Have you ever tried to board a single glider (up to 2 weeks) for travel, and how well do they cope? What are some early warning signs of depression? My heart aches to even ask this, but should I consider rehoming my little boy for his wellbeing and my own, or is there a way to adjust? Thank you for your advice. I'm devastated and trying to figure out how to best cope with the circumstances.
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Re: Lost Cage Mate
[Re: GliderLuvr]
#1407565
03/01/17 07:36 AM
03/01/17 07:36 AM
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Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 4,305 SW Missouri USA
Ladymagyver
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Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 4,305
SW Missouri USA
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I am so sorry for your loss.
I'm Also sorry to say I am no help, but your story touched me and I feel for your little guy. He will definitely need more attention from his humans and close observation for signs of depression.
I only suffered skin allergies from my two, and it took me about 18 months for my body to become immune with the help of teatree oil.
We travel with our job in a 5th wheel with our girls, and they do very well, but they have traveled with us since they were joeys. I know that doesn't help you, but it would be prudent to leave him with someone who is familiar with gliders and also observe any changes in him.
I'm sure someone will be here soon to share their experience on this matter and possibly give you some great advise.
Take care and please keep us posted.
PS: I am trying to convince hubby our girls need a new playmate, but so far he is happy with our two. He's afraid that three would be too many to keep up with.
Dawn Be patient, and Trust your journey.... Grace Ruby Mom Dad Fiona, Dot and Stewie wish I could turn back time... Miss you
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