Sick Skillet
I came home tonight to find Skillet, my sugar glider, sprawled out on the top ledge of her cage not moving. She appeared to be dead. After watching her for a few minutes and seeing no signs of life, I reached in and pet her on the head a couple times and noticed that her tail was moving.
I removed her from her cage and brought her upstairs. For the next few hours I tried to keep her warm, offered her water and food, and kept her awake. She is really weak and appears to be very sick. After a few hours she did perk up a bit and start trying to walk around, although she was really shaky. She drank a lot of water, but hardly touched any food.
After she seemed to wake up enough and regain her strength, I left her in her cage with plenty of food and water. I also made sure the room was plenty warm.
I'm not sure if she's going to make it. She's so weak she can't even climb to the top of her cage. She keeps trying but just losses her grip and falls. I left food and water on the level, so it's not out of reach. I'm pretty sad. I don't know what's wrong with her, but I hope she makes it. I'll check on her in the morning.


I'm so sorry to hear
I'm so sorry to hear this...you should try calling Willow Creek Pet Center. They're great, and they treat many exotic animals. http://www.willowcreekpet.com/p_home.asp
You could also try calling around if they won't see sugar gliders. I hope she's ok and gets better soon.
I will fill my bedroom with
I will fill my bedroom with prayer candles for skillet.
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