They are a LOT more work than you're led to believe. We have spent a FORTUNE on them since bringing the girl home (a number I'm actually embarrassed to admit). We brought my girl to the breeder's house to pick out a friend... she has expensive tastes (a ringtail mosaic)... but it was worth it to get a suggie that we knew she would get along with.
To anyone ever even remotely considering getting a Sugar Glider as a pet... some words of advice. FIRST AND FOREMOST, check out http://glidercentral.net. You will find a plethora of good information there. Secondly, DO NOT purchase one on impulse and DO NOT EVER purchase one from anyone other than a breeder. There are many mill breeders you will find at mall kiosks, etc, a popular one is Perfect Pocket Pets (they call them "Sugar Bears" to confuse new owners). PLEASE take my advice.
We really really REALLY lucked out with our girl, but I will admit she was an impulse buy and if I knew then what I know now, I'm not sure we ever would have brought one home. But we did, and we are doing everything within our power (and budget) to make sure we are providing for them the best we can, and she really is a joy to have. She is bonded to us already!!! From what I can tell... they have it PRETTY good...
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