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Keeping a Sugar Glider in the Netherlands – what is allowed and what is not?
Looking for clarity about keeping a sugar glider in the Netherlands? This page provides a clear overview of the current regulations : what the pet and hobby list entails, when transitional law applies, which documents are useful, and what this means in practice for (future) owners. DRD Rodent Shop® has been a specialist since 2011 and is happy to help you with information and suitable products for housing, comfort, and nutrition.
Useful links: Sugar Glider (shop) · Sugar Glider information · Buying a Sugar Glider · Sugar Glider housing
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The rules in brief (Sugar Glider)
- ✓ Since July 1, 2024, you may only buy, keep, and sell mammals that are on the pet and hobby animal list .
- ✓ The Sugar Glider is not on that list.
- Did you already own a Sugar Glider on July 1, 2024 ? Transitional law may apply (keeping until death, no further breeding).
- ✓ You must be able to demonstrate that the animal was already in the Netherlands before July 1, 2024 (e.g. proof of purchase/veterinarian's bill).
- ✓ If in doubt, always check the current information with the official authorities (links below).
✓ Not on the list
The Sugar Glider is a mammal that is not included on the pet and hobby animal list.
✓ Transitional law may apply
Did you own the animal before July 1, 2024? Then keeping it is often permitted, but breeding it is not. Proof is important.
✓ Stay practical
Already have Sugar Gliders? Focus on proper housing, safe cage choices, hammocks, and a consistent feeding routine.
Transitional law: when and what does it mean?
Transitional law is intended for owners who already owned an animal before July 1, 2024. In practice, this usually means: you may keep the animal until it dies , you may no longer breed it, and you must take measures to prevent reproduction . It is also important that you can prove that the animal was already in the Netherlands before that date.
Important to remember:
- ✓ Keep proof (purchase, vet, chip/registration if available).
- ✓ No reproduction: prevent animals from having young together.
- ✓ When in doubt, check the official explanation and contact the appropriate authority.
Evidence & administration (practical)
Evidence doesn't have to be complicated, as long as it's clearly traceable to your pet(s). Think of a proof of purchase , invoice , vet bill , pet passport , or other documents where the date, details, and description logically match.
Official information: RVO – Pet and Hobby Animal List · NVWA – Which animals can I keep? · National Government – Pet and Hobby Animal Regulations
If you already have Sugar Gliders: focus on housing & routine
Do you already have Sugar Gliders? Then the benefits usually lie in a safe setup with a consistent routine: sufficient altitude and routes, comfortable resting places (hammocks/nesting areas), and a consistent feeding plan. If necessary, start with these two pages: housing and food & snacks .
Relevant shop links (Sugar Glider)
✓ Nutrition & rewards
Basic food and snacks to maintain structure and use enrichment intelligently.
✓ Cages & comfort
Choose safe (high, sturdy, controllable) and add comfortable resting places.
All together: Sugar Glider (main category) .
FAQ – Keeping a Sugar Glider in the Netherlands
Can I buy a Sugar Glider in the Netherlands?
The Sugar Glider is not on the pet and hobby list. Therefore, always check the current regulations and explanations from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO.nl) and the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA).
What if I already had my Sugar Glider before July 1, 2024?
In that case, transitional law may apply. Keep proof (purchase/veterinarian) and prevent reproduction.
Can I breed with it?
Transitional law generally stipulates that breeding is no longer permitted and that measures must be taken to prevent reproduction.
Where can I find the official information?
Via RVO , the NVWA and the National Government .
Tip: Want to get practical with a safe setup and routine? Start with housing and food & treats . DRD Rodent Shop® has been a specialist since 2011 .
✓ Clear explanation of rules and transitional law
✓ Practical checklist and useful links
✓ Specialist selection assistance since 2011
