Sugar Glider — grooming (owner-practical care, Merck Veterinary Manual pet-owner)
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Claims
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Sugar gliders need a large, secure cage of PVC- or powder-coated wire.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Wire-bottom cages let droppings fall to a tray for easier cleaning.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Keep the cage, nest box and food/water dishes clean.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Always wash hands thoroughly after handling or cage cleaning.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Sugar gliders have sharp claws that can catch in clothing or fabric.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Free a caught claw carefully to avoid broken toes, wrists or ankles.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Social stress (loneliness, a bad cage-mate, or a poor enclosure) can cause over-grooming, fur loss (often at the tail base), self-injury, appetite/drinking changes, coprophagy, pacing or even cannibalism in extremes.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Gently free a caught claw or tail to avoid fractures.
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- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/all-other-pets