Random Rant #13 – Biting
Why is your bonded adult glider that you have owned for more than 6 months biting you? Here are some possible reasons and advice for solving the problems. Because they are thirsty. Gliders tap into bark to drink from tree’s…
Random Rant #12 – How to Raise Joeys (when everything goes right)
Prepare for OOP Day Have a joey rejection kit on hand, at least enough formula ingredients to last two weeks (gets you through shipping time for a full kit if needed) Read up on the signs of rejection and how…
Random Rant #10 – Glider Frenzy Mode
There are a few triggers that put gliders into what I call glider frenzy mode. Once in frenzy mode, they will be more grabby, alert, active, assertive, nippy, and into scent marking. Glider frenzies can look/sound aggressive, but if you…
Random Rant #9 – “Stay With Me” Training
I work with my gliders to get them to stay on my shoulders or back when walking through my home. I do this in the hope that if they are out in an unfamiliar area, there is a better chance…
Random Rant #8 – Bonding New Gliders
So you just got your gliders, now what do you do to make them like you? You give them chill time in a prepped cage, then introduce yourself to them before inviting them to a tent time session where they…
Random Rant #6 – Crabby Joeys Come Out of Pouches
As a breeder, I practice a routine with my joeys I call “crabby joeys come out of pouches” Its pretty self explanatory but I can rant about anything. Pouch protectiveness is a common issue with gliders, and the behavior is…
Random Rant #5 – 4 Tricks to Lure Gliders
As a boarder and groomer, I deal with a lot of other people’s gliders who often are not bonded to their own owners, let alone comfortable with me handling them. In lieu of months of bonding time to earn their…
Random Rant #1 – Use Fleece Drop Pan Liners
I have a whole rant about this… ::gets on soapbox:: Fleece is by far the best thing to line a tray with because: Fleece lets wastes and food dry on the surface instead of soaking in, which cuts bacterial growth…