Oh this is music to my ears! I may consider asking Santa for one of those small microwaves to put in baby squirrel room.Originally Posted by island rehabber
Oh this is music to my ears! I may consider asking Santa for one of those small microwaves to put in baby squirrel room.Originally Posted by island rehabber
I remember reading that it is dangerous to microwave formula. But the actual reason why is that the microwave causes uneven heating. If formula is heated in a bottle and then given to a human baby, it can possibly be cool in some parts and then scalding hot in others, so that is the danger with microwaving formula. I give it a thorough stirring first to be sure that the heat is evenly distributed before feeding it to a kit.Originally Posted by island rehabber
Kristal....This is the perfect thread for my question.
Could you please post a pic of the "plastic container" that was ripped through?
I think prevention is KEY now.
People NEED to know what kind of containers NOT to use or that are not dog safe.
Oh Dear...I don't mean the "crime scene"!
I mean like a link to a new one..sorry.
Sterilite bin...Critter Keeper....just so people will be aware.
Does anyone know where there is a pic of a milk line??
DO NOT OVERFEED YOUR ADULT SQUIRREL
or any of your pets for that matter. Pet obesity kills. Just as it does in humans, it can cause an array of health problems that could be avoided in the first place. This includes:
-Type 2 diabetes
-Osteoarthritis
-Heart/ kidney/respiratory disease
-Cancer
-Shorter life expectancy
If you don't know how big a normal squirrel is, just look outside (at the wild ones) and compare and think twice before you feed your baby that snack.
I think (and correct me if I am wrong) you can shake to mix but then have to let it sit for a VERY VERY long time to get the air bubbles out. That is the problem...and with baby squirrels everyone is usually making formula to use NOW so that is where the problem is...
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If fixing a small amount to feed one or two squirrels, use very hot water and stir your FV with a fork. Dissolves well and no bubbles!
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Please elaborate on that, what is wrong with distilled water or Pedialyte mixed with formula? Also what about making sure they are hydrated before first feeding?
Drinking distilled water is not good for any living thing; it is "too pure", devoid of all electrolytes, minerals, etc., and will interfere with your body's natural balance of these elements.
We don't use Pedialyte to mix with formula for several reasons:
*it is high in sodium, so you only want to use it for 24 hrs maximum
*mixing formula and Pedialyte changes the nutrient and mineral content of both, and not necessarily for the better. Formula will counteract the hydrating properties of the Pedialyte, defeating the purpose of using Pedialyte in the first place.
Hope this helps!
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How do you know if they are going on their own consistently?
I think there was a post that answered this question.
I shake mine but slowly pour into a smaller container. This is like the same way you would do any liquid (i.e. resin and silicone) to prevent air bubbles. I also tap the syringe when I fill it to make sure there are not any that got trapped when I filled it
Do you mean pedialyte should never be used to make the formula?
I have my babies on pedialyte and I have been slowly moving them on formula. I've been told and doing this for awhile and I haven't had any trouble but I just want to make sure. I've been doing a 25% formula 75% pedialyte for two feedings, then 50% f 50% p for two feedings, then 25% pedialyte 75%formula for two feedings, then a 100% formula. I do not make my formula with pedialtye or distilled water. Does that sound right? Or is there a better way to transition them from pedialyte to formula?
That is correct!
You do not have to "transition" from pedialyte / hydration to formula. You hydrate first a couple feedings To hydrate (depending on dehydration, some require longer) and or to flush baby's system. Then you start them on formula mixing 3 parts water 1 part formula for a couple feedings, then you increase to full strength which is mixing 2 parts water to 1 part formula. They need the nutrients in the formula. If baby still requires hydration you hydrate in between formula feedings. Example: If your feeding every 4 hrs. you would feed formula at 6 and hydrate at 8 feed formula at 10 hydrate at 12 and so on.
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To add to this, after 24 hours, pedialyte will actually begin to dehydrate due to the sodium, so if extra fluids are needed either sugar water, honey water or even plain water is used between feedings.
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