During a walk, a woman made a remarkable discovery: in a small cage sat a sugar glider, lethargic and without protection. Believing she could offer sugar glider Nía a better life, the finder decided to take the animal home.
Not a Suitable Pet
Although her intentions were good, caring for a sugar glider proved far from easy. These animals are nocturnal and need to rest during the day. They are also highly social and cannot thrive without the company of other sugar gliders. For Nía, this meant loneliness, which quickly led to behavioural problems such as self-mutilation.
Fortunately, the owner reached out to us. Together with our partners in the Spanish Coalition for Positive Lists – FAADA and ANDA – we were able to collect Nía and bring her to our Spanish rescue centre. She arrived last December at AAP Primadomus, where she is currently in quarantine. Here, she will receive specialised veterinary care and an enriched environment. As soon as possible, she will begin socialising with other sugar gliders.
