Can Sugar Gliders Eat Apples?

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by sugarglider , in category: Sugar Glider Diet , 2 years ago

As long as you choose an unsweetened variety of applesauce, it is safe to feed your glider this delicious treat. However, keep in mind that you should remove the seeds and core of the fruit to ensure their health.

The calcium:phosphorus ratio of apples is roughly 1:2, which is not a good match for your glider’s needs. This imbalance can lead to Nutritional Osteodystrophy, a condition that causes your glider’s bones to become soft and brittle.

Aside from the proper ca:p ratio of fruits and vegetables, gliders also need a balanced diet full of protein, fat, fiber, and vitamin C. As a rule, 25% of their daily diet should be made up of fresh, high-quality, raw fruits and vegetables.

Sweet fruits and treats - like bananas, strawberries, pears, and blueberries - should be given in moderation. These should be cooked or soaked in water before feeding them to your glider.

Vegetables - fresh or frozen - should make up about 25% of your glider’s diet. A sugar glider’s favorite vegetables are green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, jicama, kale, bok choy, squash, and red peppers.

In addition to their regular diet, gliders also require a calcium supplement, such as Neocalglucon or Calciquid (calcium glubionate in a sweet syrup). You should always ask your vet for instructions on how much of this supplement to give your glider and how often to do so. It’s important to keep track of your glider’s weight and health so that you can adjust their diet accordingly.


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Founder of the Sugar Glider Website Jennifer has always had a special spot for little, fluffy critters. As she discovered more about these interesting species' special food requirements and eating patterns, her admiration for them grew.

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