Sugar gliders are active and curious animals that require mental stimulation and enrichment. Here is a non-comprehensive assortment of toys, materials, treats, and accessories that can be used to provide them with a stimulating environment.
Toys:
1. Climbing toys: Sugar gliders love to climb, provide them with branches, ropes, chains, and ladders to keep them entertained.
2. Pouches and hammocks: These provide a cozy and secure space for sugar gliders to rest and sleep.
3. Puzzle toys: These toys challenge their problem-solving skills and keep them mentally stimulated.
4. Foraging toys: These toys hide treats or food, forcing sugar gliders to search and work for their rewards.
Materials:
Natural materials: Sugar gliders enjoy chewing on and exploring various natural materials such as eucalyptusbranches, sugar cane, and bark. Make sure these materials are clean, safe and pesticide-free.
Soft fabrics: Use soft fabrics like anti-pill or polar fleece to create pouches, hammocks, or tunnels for them to snuggle in.
Non-toxic materials: Avoid toys made of materials that could be harmful if ingested, such as plastics or metals with sharp edges.
Treats:
Insect-based protein treats: Sugar gliders are insectivorous, so treats like mealworms or crickets can be a great source of protein.
Yogurt drops: These can be used as occasional treats, but should not be the primary source of nutrition.
Nuts and seeds: Offer them raw, unsalted cashews and sunflower seeds occasionally.
When choosing toys, materials, and treats for sugar gliders, it's important to ensure they are safe, non-toxic, and appropriate for their size and behavior. Always monitor their interactions with toys to prevent accidents or ingestion of harmful materials. Consult with experienced sugar glider owners for recommendations on specific toys and treats suitable for your gliders.
Disclaimer:
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Chain and accessories:
3mm plastic chain - ETSY @ TheLinenRoses
C-Links - ETSY @ TheLinenRoses
C-Link Locks - ETSY @ GliderToyParts
Bracelets - ETSY @ TheLinenRoses
Charms - ETSY @ TheLinenRoses
Treats:
Cashews, RAW - (not roasted and/or salted)
Sunflower Seeds, RAW - (not roasted and/or salted)
Taro Fish Sticks - (See Amazon Wishlist)
Baking Chips - (See Amazon Wishlist)
Honey sticks - (See Amazon Wishlist)
Worms - rainbowmealworms.net
Kibble - Sugargliders.com
Toys:
Ballpit / Ping Pong Balls - (See Amazon Wishlist)
Peacock Feather - (See Amazon Wishlist)
Play Structure - Lil Woodzeez
Umbrellas - (See Amazon Wishlist)
ETSY @ gliderfun
ETSY @ SugarGliderToyland
Wheels:
Wheel - Freerunner
Kitchens, Water, and Food dishes:
Kitchen - Target
Water Bottle - (See Amazon Wishlist)
Food Dishes - Walmart
Fleece toys, pouches, and bedding:
ETSY @ OhSewSweetSallie
ETSY @ Sugarglidercustoms
ETSY @ SugarGliderToyland
Bonding Pouches - Charming Gliders
Care:
Pine Bedding - Tractor Supply
Magnifier - (See Amazon Wishlist)
Nail Clippers - (Generic)
Cage:
Critter Nation Double Level - Critter Nation
Cage Cover:
ETSY @ SugarGliderToyland