Glider Proofing Your Home/Glider Play Room:
1. Check windows/ screens for repair and keep them CLOSED.
2. Don't sit down on anything unless you know the glider isn't
in it. The gliders can be suffocated or killed by reclining mechanisms.
3. Toilet lids need to be down but gliders may still be able to
get into the toilet with the lid closed. (Keep bathroom door always
closed).
4. Make sure there is no standing water in sinks, vases, etc. (Vases are usually not thought of but can be deadly) Don't forget other pet water dishes!
5. All drains should be closed. (Check around pipes coming up from floors, seal off any holes you see or feel, Gliders can get thru the tiniest spaces and get outside)
6. Drain plugs should be secured so the gliders cannot lift them
to explore the holes.
7. Cover all outlets not in use. (Gliders have hands with opposable thumbs and can stick their fingers inside an outlet and get electrocuted)
8. Check electrical cords to make sure they aren't being bitten.
Bundle and secure your cords whenever possible. Make sure the
electrical cords behind appliances are not exposed.
9. Keep the ceiling fans off.
10. Keep all medications/drugs inaccessible.
11. If you can fit your finger under the door, they might be able
to get out. Make sure the opening is blocked with something they
can't get through.
12. Make sure fish tanks have covers on them.
13. Make sure a/c & heating vents cannot be accessed.
14. Watch out for holes in anything such as the VCR, other electronics,
wholes in ceilings or walls, kitchen appliances (dishwashers,
etc.), dog doors, fireplaces, etc.
15. Vacuum often.
16. Make sure there is no poison sitting around the house. (mice, rat poison or traps for any unwanted critters will kill a glider too!)
17. Make sure the trash is inaccessible.
18. Keep chocolate and caffeine away from your glider.
19. If you have other pets, keep them away from your gliders. Cats, Ferrets, Large birds and many other animals are natural predators and can kill your glider. DO NOT leave a glider unattended with any animal for even a second!
20. Check all pouches and toys regularly for fraying, sharp edges, broken pieces, holes, etc.
21. NEVER take your glider outside unless secured in a pouch! Even a bonded glider can become scared and suddenly bolt away from you!