Below is a list of our standard criteria from Sugar Glider University that we follow.  You can visit Sugar Glider University at www.glideruniversity.org.  We would also like to thank Sugar Glider University for allowing us to post this criteria on our website.

CRITERIA:  Form: 5 points  (Minimum Points Needed To Breed: 4) Fit and sturdy looking Male only slightly larger than female Adult Males: About 6 - 61/4 inches long in body by 2 1/2 -3 inches wide across the shoulders and hips, their head should be about 1 3/4 inches wide across the back of the skull by 1 1/2 inches long, weight is generally good at about 120 - 150 grams.  Adult Females: About 5 3/4 - 6 inches long in body by 2 1/4 - 2 3/4 inches wide across the shoulders and hips, their head should be about 1 1/2 inches wide across the back of the skull by 1 5/8 inches long , weight is generally good at about 100 - 130 grams. Eyes: 2 points (Minimum Points Needed To Breed: 1.5) Large and circular Wide Set Dramatically Outlined Expressive Ears: 2 points (Minimum Points Needed To Breed: 1.5) Solid or slightly translucent Should appear soft (not dry or scaly) Somewhat Flexible Tail: 5 points (Minimum Points Needed To Breed: 3) Fluffy, fuller tail (even somewhat bushy) About 6 1/2 inches long Bicolored tails should be about third of it the darker color

Fur: 9 points (Minimum Points Needed To Breed: 8) Smooth, soft, silky and flowing Male coats should be relatively unstained Glider fur should not be sparse, coarse, or choppy, or have a greasy/oily feel to them. Pouch (if applicable): 2 points (Must have 2 points) Should look healthy without any inversion Movement: 2 points (Must have 2 points to breed) Should be agile and have the ability to jump Should be able to glide at least 3 feet Facial Structure: 3 points (Minimum Points To Breed: 2 points) Fuller skull structure with a slightly shorter nose (a less "rat-like" or possum-like appearance) Temperament: 20 points (Minimum Points Needed To Breed: 16 points) Should be willing to be handled and petted Should show a willingness to stay perched on the handler and not run off Should show a definite recognition toward humans Should not demonstrate any biting or scratching Should not demonstrate crabbing behaviors Should not demonstrate any self-mutilating or other mental disorder/genetic behaviors Should get along well with other cagemates Should be able to raise healthy, robust joeys without human interference Total Points Possible:  50 points Total Points Needed To Allow Breeding: 40 points

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