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11 Artificial Rearing of MammalsSquirrel glider joeys that areto artificially reared should beplaced in an artificial pouch.Only natural fibres such ascotton and wool should beused. Synthetic material shouldnot be used as they are often tohot or to cold. A woollen sockor sleeve of a fleecy sweatshirtsewn up with a cotton liner canbe used (Walraven. Ed. 2004.Jackson, S. Ed. 2003 ).Photo opposite: JuvenileSquirrel glider in artificialpouch (NATF)..11.2 Temperature RequirementsUnfurred Joeys should be kept at a temperature of 34 to 35 degrees Celsius. Once furred thetemperature should be reduced to 28 degrees Celsius. The Temperature can be maintained usinga heat pad that is thermostatically controlled. (Walraven, E. Ed. 2004.)11.3 Diet and Feeding RoutineThere are several formulas which are satisfactory for raising gliders. Biolac, Divetalact /37