Bonding With Your Sugar Glider

 

One of the fascinating exotic animals that are being kept as pets is sugar gliders. Part of pet ownership is the establishment of a bond between the owner and the pet. To create a successful bonding between you and your glider, take note of these tips.

One effective way of creating a bond is through your body scent. Please keep your pet always close to your body to allow him to get familiarized with your scent. As sugar gliders are tiny, it is best to carry your pet using a pouch. You may also place your used shirt or sock into his nesting box or inside the pouch you use to bring him. Your glider will initially tend to escape while inside the pouch, so do not forget to secure it using safety pins. Though time, your pet will get accustomed to your scent and will get comfy staying inside the pouch. Popular pets such as canines and felines, as we have known, can quickly establish unique relationships with humans. As for exotic pets, creating a bond with them requires careful attention.

Your veterinarian Bourne, MA is a valuable source of information about pet health, nutrition, and behavior.

Cleaning Your Chinchilla

Wild chinchillas live in the desert. Thus your chinchilla might be very frightened if you try to submerge him in water to give him a bath. He would prefer a dust bath instead. You can obtain chinchilla sand from a reputable pet supply store. This sand is coarse enough that it doesn’t create dust that can lead to respiratory problems. Purchase a chinchilla dust bath or use a shallow plastic container. Pour a few inches of chinchilla sand in the container. Place it in your chinchilla’s enclosure so he can jump in and roll around. Remove the dust bath after about fifteen minutes. Otherwise your chinchilla may use it as a litter box. Keep on trying and eventually your chinchilla will learn to use and enjoy the dust bath. Allow your chinchilla to use the dust bath several times a week to keep him clean and shiny. For more information, contact your animal hospital Bourne, MA.