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Monday, August 18, 2014
Sugar Gliders are nocturnal animals that are most active at night. It is completely fine to handle your Glider during the day, as long as you let it curl up and sleep in either a bonding pouch, pocket, or back in it's cage once it starts to get tired. Letting your Glider loose in a room to play can be extremely entertaining to watch. It's important that this freedom is only allowed for tame Gliders that have gotten used to their surroundings and are willing to return back to their cage once finished playing. Simply open the door of the cage in the evening or at night and watch your Glider explore the room. Supervision is a must because they can easily escape outside, into a vent, or drown in any standing water. You can try to teach your pet to glide to you by placing it in a high area, then encouraging it down onto your hand using a treat. Once your Glider catches on to the game, you can gradually move farther and farther away so that it has to leap, then eventually glide to reach you. Visit our website to see our Glider Harness & Leash to keep your suggie safely within arms length while it's adjusting to being outside the cage.


by: Exotic Nutrition

Monday, August 11, 2014
A clean cage is the first step towards a clean and healthy pet. You should spot clean your cage once a day, washing any high-traffic areas that are soiled.

 The entire cage should be cleaned once a week with a cleaning solution, such as Kage Kleen. Make sure your animal(s) are removed from the cage and don't get lost while they're out. Try one of our travel cages to keep them comfortably enclosed.

Food and water dishes must be kept thoroughly clean, try using a bottle brush, and nesting material should be changed regularly.

A seemingly easy rule is many times forgotten, despite its importance; always wash your hands before and after handling your pet or it's cage accessories. Besides keeping your pet healthy, this will help prevent the spread of disease from your animals to the rest of your house.


by: Exotic Nutrition

Tuesday, August 5, 2014
Prairie dogs are very social animals who thrive off of love and attention. Obtaining your prairie dog while it's still a pup is the best way to grow a strong and close connection with it. As it begins to recognize you as it's owner, it will become more comfortable and affectionate.

Attention is a MUST when caring for prairie dogs. If they don't have their socialization needs met they can become depressed, grow sick, and die. Deciding whether you have enough time to devote to these animals is an important decision before getting them.

If you have only one prairie dog, you will be it's main source of attention and affection. It will be easy to bond with your pet when you can focus on each other. If you have multiple dogs, they will spend more time bonding with each other and rely less on their owner.

Trust is an important part of the bonding experience. Prairie dogs are wild animals that may feel frightened in our loud human world. Keeping your pup warm and secure while holding it will help them feel safe and comfortable.

Besides simply holding your prairie dog, you can bond with it through play or feeding. These animals love to run through tunnels and chew on hard materials. Make sure all toys are nontoxic and enduring; try a hard wood, strong rope, or even denim material. Feeding your pup by hand is an excellent way to bond, just be careful not to over-feed. Prairie dogs are complete vegetarians, so they'll love some Timothy hay to nibble on. Treats should be limited to once per day.

The most important thing to remember is that bonding with your prairie dog, or any pet for that matter, will take much patience and time. You cannot rush the process or expect immediate results, but with persistent care your pup will sure to become your best friend over time.


by: Exotic Nutrition

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