Hello there,
My wife unexpectedly passed and now it's up to me to take care of "Kiwi". We got her last July so I am kind of aware of what I need to do. We have a big cage, I give her fresh fruit and veggies and sugar glider pellets. I will do my best as I also have 3 dogs here to take care of. Our kids are adults now so no help there. I hope I can do this, I would hate to have to get Kiwi a new owner. I am hoping I can use this forum for any help I may need! Thanks in advance ....

Hi KarenE, I got her as a Joey at a trade show. I also sprinkle vitamins on her fruit every other day and also put a frozen cube of glider gravy on her pellets every other day. I'll feed her a little scrambled eggs, some chicken every so often, and some treats also. She seems healthy, barks at night, running on her wheel, and she is a single glider. Ty

Welcome to GliderCENTRAL!!!

I am very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and peace in your memories of her.

We are here to help you.

I'm so sorry for the loss of your wife. I too have lost a few (3) close loved ones although not as close to me as a spouse, over the last year and understand how strenuous life can be without them.
Life moves on and while caring for pets, they help us put one foot in front of the other and keep going.

Kiwi is a cute name!

Her barking is calling out for attention and looking for a friend. Have you ever considered getting her a buddy? If your wife spent a lot of time with Kiwi, she may be a bit lonely. They are a colony animal and most require either a cage mate or a lot of human interaction.

There are many sources if you decide to get Kiwi a buddy.

Also she will need toys to keep her occupied. Foraging is a great way to help keep her busy.

Does she have any blankies?( 4x4" squares of fleece) to cuddle with?


This is a link to a pic of my cage. You will see a glider safe wheel and a treadmill, some foraging toys and bracelets on plastic chain that two of mine like to carry to their pouch.


https://photos.app.goo.gl/k1xWsyve2RQ7Z14N9

Enrichment is very important for gliders. And it can be from some of the simplest of things: Army men, barrel of monkeys, ping-pong balls, it kind of depends on Kiwi.

I can elaborate more, just let me know



And before I forget...
to Glider Central! So glad you're here!

Hi,
Kiwi has all kinds of toys, balls, climbing stuff, even homemade pouches my wife made with her name on them. My wife was a dog trainer so she knew how to over do it when it comes to taking care of her babies...