A Self Mutilating Glider is any Glider that Chews on itself  . There are several different catagorys of SM gliders. The worst being the cloacal Chewer. There are special instructions regarding them, and their  situation may be fatal Injury  SM's  chew due to injury, this will include those that have just been neutered. Sometimes the injuries can not be found right away or at all. Stress Chewers are those that chew out of boredome, being alone, abuse, neglect by their owners and/or their environment, abandoned by a cage mate through death or other separations. Gliders may or may not chew if they are in pain, or are seriously stressed.  (Click here to read more)     You Can Help Us, Help You Tips for helping us to help you better with your SM When filling out the questionaire, Be honest, answer all questions as truthfully and completely as possible to your knowledge. Go into as much detail as you possibly can. If you are confused scared, upset  or frustrated please let us know. (Click to continue) IF you have a glider that is making "the noise" it sounds like a cross between a desperate cry and a crab, unlike any sound you have ever heard before, and you will know it when you hear it. IF they are going after their cloacal area AND making the noise. Get an e-collar on them as quick as possible.  IF damage is done, get the glider to a vet ASAP                                      (Click to continue)

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