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Subject: Re: Cage questions
Posted by Terry on March 31, 1998 at 19:20:44:

In Reply to: Cage questions posted by Kevin on March 30, 1998 at 13:43:39:

: I've been working on building a glider cage for some time now... I am using a closet which I have fixed up a bit to house the gliders and simply need to repaint the walls with something which will protect against glider droppings and any liquids which may get on the walls ;) The two doors of this closet have been removed, so I'll need a cage door as well. I have looked around for a possible wire cage material, but being fairly large, I haven't been able to find any places where I could get enough cage material (coated) without making it myself. I have, however, thought of something else. What about those plastic fence-type things used to prevent dogs/babies from wandering into certain rooms? If I had enough of this, could it be used instead? It's firm enough to prevent them getting out and I doubt they would attempt to chew through them. They are also pretty cheap, so I could spend more money on the glider's toys, food, etc. My next question is, what kind of pain can I use? I was thinking of using some sort of bathroom-type pain which would be resistant to water and stuff (hopefully). Any comments, suggestions, etc. would be greatly appreciated...

Your animals will find their way out of a closet no matter what you do. They will eventually chew out of the drywall. Your best bet is to get a large flight cage and install it in the closet. You can find them at any online aviary place for around $300. Also, the closet will not have any ventilation which is a very bad thing for you precious little gliders. try getting a flight and keep it in the garage or do something else...

Follow Ups:

• Re: Cage questions Kevin 13:59:15 4/02/98 (2)
  • Re: Cage questions BetsyCC 14:58:56 4/03/98 (1)
    • Re: Cage questions Kevin 18:56:35 4/03/98 (0)