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Re: I've given up.
[Re: saturngirl]
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12/09/07 03:49 PM
12/09/07 03:49 PM
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7glider7
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Rieshu, dont' feel bad. I've been in the exact same situation as you before. We tried to introduce a new glider to my other two and they simply HATED HER. We tried it slow, we tried pouch swapping, toy swapping, cage swapping, vanilla, all sorts of neutral territories, spent months, etc. and they STILL HATED EACHOTHER and it actually NEVER WORKED OUT. We were actually going to find Zoey a new home because we just realized they were NEVER going to like her and we didn't want her to be a lone glider. Well, we ended up getting a 4th GLIDER to be Zoey's buddy. Thank God they get along fine, and now we have two duos...they just can't play together at all, we have to have 2 separate playtimes a night. It's quite a pain. Anyways, long story short, don't blame yourself. Gliders are extremely territorial creatures by nature. In captivity, sometimes we try to combine animals and make our own colonies and they just don't like eachother for whatever reason, and it's not our fault. In nature, too, your glider would like some gliders, and chase others away like mad. I would have to say though at this point it does sound like you've tried everything and in my personal opinion, I'm not sure you're going to convince that older glider to be pals with the baby. I think her mind may be made up. I think you are doing what is best for both your gliders if you rehome your older glider and find a new buddy for your baby, perhaps one closer to her age. (The baby is a female, right? Maybe a young neutered male?) Or I guess you could go for the quad like us, but it's quite a committment! Againn, remember, this is not your fault. You are trying your best and it's just not working out. Hugs to you and feel free to PM me if you need anything else.
Last edited by 7glider7; 12/09/07 03:50 PM.
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Re: I've given up.
[Re: saturngirl]
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12/09/07 04:09 PM
12/09/07 04:09 PM
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JrGliders
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Saturngirl, If you ever get up to North Carolina in my area - bring the suggies by! I would love to help you work with them
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Re: I've given up.
[Re: Rieshu]
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12/10/07 03:28 AM
12/10/07 03:28 AM
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7glider7
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Well, I just mean to consider getting one for your other baby to have a buddy. From my experience, they really are happier with a friend. It can be shocking how mean they can be, right? My female Tanooki turned into a biting, nasty, horrific little witch whenever we were doing intros...she would bite me and just be rotten, it was so tough. Amazingly though, Zoey took to Zeus instantly and they never had any problems. And now everybody is back to normal. It's not that your older glider is "mean" or a "bad animal." It's just her nature as a glider, and with a different glider, she might be totally laid-back...this is why I agree you are wise to rehome her. In a different situation, she may be just fine. That being said, it's always risky trying a new glider for your baby. It may work out great, or it might be more biting and craziness. I hope you will reconsider maybe trying another joey though to see if you can find a buddy to make your baby happy. It's been so rewarding to see Zoey happy when we brought Zeus home. Wishing you the best of luck in whatever you decide
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Re: I've given up.
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12/10/07 04:33 AM
12/10/07 04:33 AM
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SugarBlossoms
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There are some gliders that will simply NEVER accept another glider as a friend. Period. Since you are having serious issues with your older girl, personally, I would spend a lot of time with her and look into finding a little friend for the new baby. The baby sounds very sweet and shouldn't go through this any longer. She could end up with a wound or worse. Your older one is stressing out. She may only accept YOU as her "mate for life". Xfilefan (Jen) has a glider that will not accept any other glider at all. To Riker, Jen is his life. I am currently going through the same thing with one of my gliders. I've been ill for some time now and not able to attempt another bond. If Oliver doesn't accept Olivia again..I will give up and put her with my other 2 girls. Oliver will get more one on one mommy time in my bra. (lol) Since you have 2 cages, why would you need to rehome the baby? That could cause major stress to her if she is bonded to you. Gliders give unconditional love to us. Instead of trying to introduce them as buddies, play with them seperate and YOU will have 2 buddies. (then a friend might come along for the baby)
Keeper of Handprints on my Heart, You left your Footprints on my soul. My precious loves that left to quickly, Peanut, Katie Isabella, Kiwi, Bonnie and Monroe.
Spread your wings and glide free of pain, Until the day I see you again.
God speed my precious angels. I love you. Mama.
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Re: I've given up.
[Re: Rieshu]
#431207
12/10/07 10:09 AM
12/10/07 10:09 AM
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The hissing and chattering you mentioned in a previous post is a very good thing! When I did face to face intros, Levent accepted Alev pretty much from the start. My two females on the other hand took months. Nese didn't like Alev, let me tell you, it was stressful! There was a lot of tension, and then Nese would snap... they balled up at least half the times they met. I got the silly pair to be friends for Alev, not terrorize her! We seldom did face to face intros between the girls, but kept up just about everything else. Eventually, it was like Nese just decided to get along with her. They've become very good friends!
~ I miss my Alev, Nese & Levent ~
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Re: Bad intro, HELP please. :(
[Re: Rieshu]
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12/16/07 04:09 PM
12/16/07 04:09 PM
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She might have been. I hope it was the older one making the noises! Those are really good noises so maybe she's almost ready to finally accept the baby. ^-^ I hope so at least.
-Nicole 2 doves,1 dog,and 5 gliders... * Yin and Yang * Razzle, Tictac, and Kitkat - "The trio"
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Re: Bad intro, HELP please. :(
[Re: Kiiru]
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12/16/07 05:50 PM
12/16/07 05:50 PM
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What would be the best thing for me to do the next time I introduce them face to face? Together, in the day time, in the bathtub with their pouches together? Out of pouches? Together during regular play time? I'm almost postive the bark was the older one's.
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Re: NEED QUICK RESPONCE! Should I let her!??
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12/16/07 06:36 PM
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CSteele
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Re: NEED QUICK RESPONCE! Should I let her!??
[Re: CSteele]
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12/16/07 07:36 PM
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melek007
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During the day in a neutral location is best (I speak from experience). Remember, gliders need time to adjust to new things; how long depends on the individual.
~ I miss my Alev, Nese & Levent ~
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