Sugar Glider Associations

Dogs and cats are common household pets and how to feed and care for them is common knowledge. On the contrary, the care of rarer animals takes a dedicated and knowledgeable owner to ensure the health and safety of the animal. Animal and pet associations, like those of the sugar glider, connect owners and health professionals and provide information for the safekeeping of pets.

  1. Sugar Gliders

    • Sugar gliders, sometimes called sugar bears, are Australian marsupials that are kept as pets and are classified as a common household pet in most states. Sugar glider breeders are regulated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Though sugar glider breeders are common, they are unfortunately often taken from the wild and sold on the black market. The sugar glider's small size, affectionate personality, huge adorable eyes and exceptional ability to fly or glide through the air using a membrane called a patagium that extends from the animal's front digit to hind toe make the animal attractive as a pet.

    North American Sugar Glider Association

    • The North American Sugar Glider Association provides owners and potential owners with unbiased information about the care and keeping of sugar gliders. The association does not promote or advertise breeders or suppliers, but rather conducts research on the best resources for sugar glider owners. The association also investigates and monitors information written on the Internet regarding sugar gliders and checks for accuracy. The articles published by the association warn owners and potential owners of scams and myths and make recommendations about where to find reliable information.

    Canadian Sugar Glider Association

    • The Canadian Sugar Glider Association (CSGA) provides links and forum boards useful for sugar glider owners even if they do not live in Canada. The forum boards connect sugar glider owners and veterinary care providers to share tips, resolve health issues and share stories. For Canadian members, the association maintains an adoption board, list of breeders and veterinarians and has an emergency aid stipend for medical emergencies.

    Asssociation of Sugar Glider Veterinarians

    • The Association of Sugar Glider Veterinarians is a network of veterinarians that specialize in sugar glider health and research. The association provides instructional videos, a case database and online forum for veterinarians to discuss and learn about the care, nutrition and treatment of sugar gliders. The association also publishes useful information for sugar glider owners and potential owners including a behavioral guide, husbandry tips, household hazard prevention and a medical guide to common ailments.