flu and cold?

[sonialouise]

im always getting colds and flu. at the moment i have a realy bad flu and was wondering if my gliders can catch it? to be safe my partner has been playing with them and feeding them. is it better if i stay away untill im better or can oi still play with them?

thank you
sonia

[jungleflockmom]

Your gliders should not be susceptible to the viruses you get. They are usually specific to certain species. It's always a good idea to wash your hands before and after you handle them and avoid coughing or sneezing in their faces.

Hope you feel better soon.

[sonialouise]

i mainly asked because i know some animals can catch certian colds from humans, i though sugar gliders would be one lol i think im still going to stay a distance just incase  :hope:
thanks

[Marie]

Poor you!  As Dee has said, basic hygiene, wash hands after blowing nose, don't sneeze on them etc.  I thought Dinx caught my cold once but it turned out to be a chill!  Stupid me - long before I knew what I know now made a stupid mistake and my poor baby became ill!  She soon recovered though fortunately!