If I do decide to add another sugarglider to the cage with the female we already have is there going to be a break in time where they may fight or stay clear of each other. If there is what is the best way to handle it? Should you start with two bonding pouches instead of one? What do I do if they fight? Thank you for your answers we have only had our first glider for a few weeks now.
If you do decide to get an another one, do you know you have to quarantine them for 30 days? Also I would recommend that you have a male neutered if you decide on a male. In answer to your question after quarantine is over slowly start swapping their blankies, pouches, etc. so they can get used to each others smell. Then introduce them in a neutral place like the bathtub. You will know if the hit it off or not. Here is a link to another board with alot of information. http://www.glidercentral.net
Before ever introducing a new glider to a current glider, there should be a quarantine period of 30 days just to make sure the new glider seems healthy. I also recommend having the new Sugar Glider receive a check-up by a Glider-friendly vet before introductions are made. It's really all about playing it safe.
Breeding is time-consuming and often costly as well. I would recommend neutering a male if that's what you choose as a companion. A female would really be better, if you are near the Florida area I do have one for sale.
After and during quarantine the cages should be a foot apart in space, so they can talk, smell but can't reach one another.
When quarantine is up, slowly start to swap the blankets and pouches like Taner mentioned above. This will get them accustomed to each other's scent. I wouldn't swap cages, you don't want territorial issues to add to the complications of introduction. Some Sugar Gliders get along right off the bat, for others, it will take a little longer and some persuasion on your part! Also, as Taner mentioned, they should be introduced in a neutral environment, a bathtub or glider proof room, somewhere away from their cages, so once again, they do not become territorial over what they "claim" as theirs. Be patient, and take things slowly. I know that it can be very exciting, but do not overwhelm the Sugar Gliders.
I agree with most of what Lauren says. I do however recommend the quarentined glider be in another room so cross contamination cannot occur. This should be for a period of at least 4-6 weeks. During that time a vet visit should be done so your vet can see how your glider acts when well and do a little physical including a fecal float and smear and urinalysis with culture if indicated. Many gliders showed up with round worms and strains of round worms in the feces last fall. All gliders should be tested and seen by a vet at least yearly. These types of worms and other bacteria can come from the fruits and vegetables we feed!
I take my suggies in for a checkup by our vet every six months. Like Cora mentioned, they can always contract something from their food, and if one of yours gets sick, you definitely don't want whatever it is to spread to the others. Having a vet look at them is a must to insure all is well.
I think you should start with 2 sleeping pouches...try having a tent time together and be ready to break up a fight if anything happens (may want to wear gloves) if they fight and there is biting or any blood take them out right away (Duh)...if their is crabbing let them talk it out...if all goes well for a week or two..try switching to one sleeping pouch.