Sugar Glider trio Katniss, Peeta & Gale are seeking their forever homes. These adorable gliders were part of the 70 rescued back in early December. They share a close bond, often snuggling tightly together in their hanging pouch. While the two boys are outgoing and friendly, Katniss may require a bit more time to adjust to human interaction.

Sugar gliders are not an animal that you see every day, so many people may be unaware of exactly what it takes to care for one. Here are a few facts about sugar gliders and their care:

• Many people may think that Sugar Gliders are a type of rodent, however, this is not the case. They are part of the marsupial family, meaning they raise their young in a pouch, much like a kangaroo.
• Their daily diet consists of a variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, and proteins.
• Sugar gliders are naturally social animals and do best in pairs or trios when kept in homes. They rely on social interaction for their mental well-being and can even become depressed when housed alone.
• They are very much nocturnal animals, meaning they are active at night and sleep during the day.
• Sugar gliders require a significant amount of time and attention to properly socialize and care for, but the effort pays off in the end as they can form strong bonds with their human caregivers.

Interested in adopting these three peas in a pod? Stop by our Adoption Centers open hours every day except Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or email us at info@nhspca.org. We are more than happy to assist anyone curious about sugar gliders in learning more about their care.

These Pets of the Week are brought to you by our generous Doggie Paddle Plunge Sponsor:  Murphy, Powers and Wilson, CPAs.

Join us for the Doggie Paddle Plunge on Saturday, March 2nd to help save more animals like Katniss, Peeta & Gale!