Sugar Glider Odor Control: Tips for a Fresh & Clean Habitat

Sugar gliders are fun, active pets—but like any animal, they can produce odors if their diet, cage, or care routine isn’t managed properly. Luckily, there are simple ways to keep your glider’s environment smelling clean and fresh.

Odor from Urine & Feces

Because sugar gliders eat a high-protein diet, their waste can sometimes produce strong odors. Foods like live or dried insects may make this worse, but using Elimina Odor Remover takes care of the problem from the inside out.

Elimina contains anthium dioxide, a natural oxygenating agent that helps with digestion and neutralizes odor-causing compounds like ammonia and hydrogen sulfide. Simply spray it directly on your glider’s food—it begins working within about three days to reduce urine and feces odors.

Musky Odor from Male Gliders

Male sugar gliders develop scent glands on their head and chest around six months of age. These glands can create a musky odor, especially during breeding season. The only way to prevent scent gland odor is neutering before maturity. While you can’t completely eliminate this natural scent, you can help manage it with odor-masking products like Smellin’ Good.

Odor from a Dirty Cage

One of the biggest causes of odor is a poorly maintained cage. But it’s important not to over-clean—gliders will simply mark their territory even more. Instead, follow a rotating cleaning schedule:

• Replace food and water daily

• Empty the drop tray every other day

• Wash pouches and accessories on a rotating weekly schedule

• Deep-clean the cage with a hose 1–2 times per year

For safe and effective cleaning, Kage Kleen is a great option. It’s a powerful yet gentle spray-on cleaner that requires no rinsing. You can also use cage wipes or scrubbers for quick cleanups.

Extra Tips for Freshness

• Use an air purifier in the room for general odor control

• Don’t leave spoiled food in the cage

• Rotate toys and pouches to keep things fresh