 | Posted by: | bridget | | Subject: | Should I get one? help | | When: | 3:07 PM, 03 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 66.20.89.238 |
I want a sugarglider badly. I am ten. My parents dont know if its a good idea. Is it? I am really good at taking care of small animals. Do you have any really good breeders to get one or two from.Please tell me if i am old enough to get some.  
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| Posted by: | Angela, angelaisme@home.com | | Subject: | none | | When: | 7:57 PM, 03 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 152.163.207.188 |
i dont think you should. You are too young, not to be mean. Have you researched sugar gliders ALOT? do you have money to pay for them & unexpected expenses (there can be ALOT) & can you drive in case the need to be rushed to the vet if your parents arent home or wont take you? Can you stay up late at night to play with them? They are nocturnal. im 14 & know im not ready for one yet with all the research ive done.
| Posted by: | Brandon, BrandonBoyd@mac.com | | Subject: | none | | When: | 9:03 PM, 03 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 24.12.253.107 |
I just got my first sugar glider a few days ago and I'm fourteen. They are not too expensive once you obtain them, but are very expensive to obtain. You can't feed them off a small allowance and you should keep at least 30-40 dollars around for unexpected charges. But before you even think of getting one do ALOT of research.
| Posted by: | bridget | | Subject: | none | | When: | 9:25 PM, 03 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 66.20.93.153 |
thanks for the info. i'll wait a while and do more research
| Posted by: | Barb, blooprints@yahoo.com | | Subject: | none | | When: | 9:46 PM, 03 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 63.178.68.200 |
You need to get and read Caoline MacPherson's book SUGAR GLIDERS (publisher: Barron's) before deciding. Sugar gliders live 12-15 years in captivity....what will you do when you go to college??? Did you know that sugar gliders have been documented to die of loneliness?? (This means that when you on vacation, you cannot just leave it for someone to feed for if you do, you may come home to a dead glider....This has actually happened to people.) Are you easily bored? It really isn't fair to the glider if in a few months or years you are bored and don't want to care for it. Are you prepared o fix food for in daily, keep it's cage clean, and spend at LEAST an hour a day with it? These are all things you need to carefully consider...Please feel free to email me if you wish. I don't mean to discourage you but I want you to be prepared before you go out and get an animal....I can't live without mine....they are worth everything to me.
| Posted by: | Cupcake, dragonseatcupcakes@gurlmail.co | | Subject: | none | | When: | 10:40 AM, 06 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 63.227.178.250 |
I am 13 and I have been doing a lot of research on sugar gliders.I feel that I am ready to get one as I have been saving my money for almost a year now. My only problem is trying to convince my mom that I am ready to have one. any suggestions?
| Posted by: | possum007, possum007@hotmail.com | | Subject: | suggestion | | When: | 11:22 AM, 06 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 209.48.144.34 |
Mother knows best.
| Posted by: | stefanie, lilweewogirl@aol.com | | Subject: | none | | When: | 6:17 PM, 06 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 205.188.200.137 |
hi, i can definatly relate to you! i am 13 and i have wanted a sugar glider since about a year ago. i already have a hamster and 3dogs and a sugar glider! they are hard work! but it is all worth it. u might be young but if you put your heart into taking care of the little guys it shoodnt be a problem! please email me and i will give you more information and advise on breeders!!!
| Posted by: | Rose, BlueEyedGal35@aol.com | | Subject: | Do they always need nuetered? | | When: | 3:25 AM, 08 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 205.188.199.31 |
Hi again...Do the males always need neutered and if so then why? If its such a hassle to own a male, should I just buy a female?
| Posted by: | Mary/Beck, intr01dc@frank.mtsu.edu | | Subject: | neutering | | When: | 5:56 PM, 08 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 12.77.82.216 |
They don't always have to be neutered...most people do this ebcause they have a stringer smell and tend to make things a lot. Some males have become calmer and less agressive afterwards. As for buying a female well it can soemtimes be harder to buy one...most people want a female because of the scent marking issue...so ti can be harder to find one.
| Posted by: | Cristina, cristinahelms@hotmail.com | | Subject: | none | | When: | 6:04 PM, 08 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 167.127.24.18 |
To cupcake; If your mom isn't totally convinced then you shouldn't get one. I know that's rough to hear, but what would happen if your glider got sick, would your mom pay for it? If your under 18 then I definitley think you need your parents to be behind you a 100 percent in case any costly emergencies happen that you can't afford.
| Posted by: | Brandon, BrandonBoyd@mac.com | | Subject: | none | | When: | 11:25 PM, 08 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 24.12.253.107 |
Hey Cupcake,
This is Brandon and I'm responding to your question on convincing your mom. I'm 14 and I got a female about week ago and she has already bonded with me. I don't know how good your persuasive skills are, but I've got some tips for you. First of all do lots of research and be ready to answer any questions she has. Secondly, emphasize the fact that they have almost no smell and make extremely good pets. Make sure you're persistent, but don't let it sound like whining 'cause that will just P them off. This is what I did and it only took me four days to convince her. Also make sure that you show her how cute and soft they
are. I got pictures off of www.sugarglider.net to show her. I guarantee she'll melt like butter. Good luck!
PS- What part of the country are you in?
Brandon Boyd
E-mail me with the results.
| Posted by: | Mary/Beck, intr01dc@frank.mtsu.edu | | Subject: | smell | | When: | 7:26 PM, 09 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 12.77.80.209 |
Mature gliders do smell....especially the males.
| Posted by: | Erin, EquusErin@aol.com | | Subject: | females.. everyone wants them | | When: | 11:37 PM, 09 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 24.19.255.20 |
I agree I wanted a female before I got Quincy and there was a huge list for them! Now I am on that list lol to get Quincy a women! Everyone wants females but males gliders are soooo very sweet!
| Posted by: | Jackie, singerjs@aol.com | | Subject: | needing info on sugar gliders | | When: | 9:49 PM, 12 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 152.163.201.71 |
Does anyone know where I can get more information on sugar gliders? Or can someone tell about obtaining one? thanks.
| Posted by: | Barb, blooprints@yahoo.com | | Subject: | Sugar Gliders | | When: | 11:11 PM, 12 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 63.178.66.123 |
I suggest you learn about sugar gliders in two books by Caroline MacPherson; they are published by Barron's and readily available at any major bookstore. Goo luck! You really need to spend some time doing research before you go out and get a glider. They are a huge responsibility - especially for one who is not prepared. Gliders can live 12-15 years. They have been documented to die of loneliness. (This means that you do not go away and leave them with just someone to feed them OR you could come home to a dead glider.)
| Posted by: | Jen | | Subject: | none | | When: | 6:44 PM, 13 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 216.227.111.97 |
Bridget,
I am 12 years old, and my Mom has two sugar gliders which I help out with. I am responsible and care for a lot of pets, but I can definitely say that I would noot be able to care for these pets by myself. I have neither the money or the energy to take these gliders on full-time. If you really want gliders and are responsible, maybe a parent could "co-own" your gliders with you (after you have done the necessary research and know what you are dealing with). Remember, in captiviy, gliders can live a pretty long time, so be ready for a long-term commitment. Sorry to be negative, they are GREAT pets, but just know the facts before you jump in.
| Posted by: | Jen | | Subject: | oops... | | When: | 6:45 PM, 13 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 216.227.111.97 |
The last message was for Cupcake, too. Sorry!
| Posted by: | Mya, Tigger8170@cs.com | | Subject: | Questions!!...........??? | | When: | 9:38 PM, 13 Jan 2001 | | IP: | 152.163.204.77 |
Hi..My name is Mya I was recentally in a pet store and I just fell in love with the sugar gliders,that was a couple of months ago,Sense then I have done queit a bit of reaserch.I just wanted to ask a few questions and see if anyone was able to answer them? Do you have to buy more than one sugar glider? Can you play with sugar gliders and do they like to be held? Is it better to get a baby than a adult?I'm 14 and I love animals and I would have alot of time to spend with my glider....does it sound like good idea??.....let me know???!!! Thanks Mya!
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