DESPERATE: 56 BABIES AND COUNTING

[Loopy Squirrel]

I am posting in the emergency section because I consider this to be a true emergency. I am up to 56 baby squirrels as of this afternoon. Most of the other rehabbers in my area are full and refusing to take anymore including in the counties north and east of me. I took in 13 yesterday and five this morning. Normally I am too proud and stupid to ask for help but I am being swollowed into baby squirrel land. I am in desperate need of supplies. If anyone would like to donate supplies I am in desperate need of powdered Esbilac, catac nipples, half cc o-ring syringes, fleece blankets, heating pads, rodent blocks, monkey biscuits, and nutrical. Anything related to squirrel babies would be greatly appreciated. Monetary donations are also needed to help pay for the medications needed. We currently have five babies on antibiotics, one that has pneumonia and needs antibiotics and nebulizing meds., and two possible pox babies. Please help us to help them. Anyone interested can either pm me or Gammas Baby for my info. Thank you for listening!

[Squerly]

Oh my, that's a lot of squirrels! :eek: Let me get with MS and we'll see what we can do.

[FallensMommie]

Wow...you are swamped. God bless you for caring for them.
I sent you a PM! I will get you out some supplies tomorrow!

[cr8zyanimalgirl]

I can come take a few more.

[Momma Squirrel]

Good grief you need human help as well, is there anyone that can help assist you with the care and feeding of all these precious babies? maybe someone studying for their rehabber license or a vet tech that could come help out? any colleges around with kids studying to be a vet? just some ideas.

Yes without question Squerly and I will help out $$$$. I will send you a PM to get the info I need.

:thankyou :bowdown :grouphug

[Alaskan Squirrel Cam]

Please, post to me a pay pal or something I can send a few bucks...

bob

[philomycus]

I could take 3-5 off your hands, if we can match sizes up. I'm in Jacksonville. I thought initally I was swamped with 11, but I've gotten my routine down and doing well. I would also send $$ if you prefer that.

[lizharrell1]

Are you anywhere near North Florida? I live in Palatka, and am currently rehabbing 2 babies, but I can take more. Let me know!!!!

[PBluejay2]

My god, Loopy! I hope when you said "we" it meant you have at least SOME help; otherwise 53 nursing squirrels is humanly impossible. I currently have 19, 10 still nursing, but when I had 19 infants, I thought I would go mad. Just when I finished feeding and stimulating the last, it was time to mix formula for the next feeding (Plus I have this "real" job I'm supposed to do). Anyway, I wish I could take some off your hands, but because of getting the edge of Gustav I expect more tomorrow (picked up four flyers about the size of the first digit of my pinkie finger today), and I simply can't, but if you'll pm me an address I'll send something (check) to help a little.

Okay, guilt is setting in and my heart is overpowering my reason: depending on where you are, I might be able to take a couple--PBluejay (a.k.a.Dumbass Jack).

[TexanSquirrel]

Wow. That is a huge number of babies. :thankyou for helping them and best of luck with all the babies!!!

[rusty's mom]

where do I send it to.

[Jackie in Tampa]

Loopy, let me know what I can do....
I know your car sucks...so even if I can do some errands...
I know you hate farming out the kids, but I can take a few:)
God love ya:grouphug

[craftscritters]

Loopy; that it is extrordinary undertaking you have there.

We're up in Virginia and may not be able to assist physically with taking some off your hands. We can send you some funds by middle of next week if that will help?

I'll PM you with specifics.

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

I am gonna see what I have around here to send you, WONDER WOMAN
the only rehabber with 56 squirrels and still has the time to come on TSB and answer questions!:bowdown :bowdown :bowdown
Now thats what I'm talking about.

[Mountain Mama]

Good gracious, we need a new section. "Emergency Help Needed" doesn't even begin to cover your situation. MD and I will help $$$.

[luvs squirrels]

Bless you, Loopy. I don't know how you're doing it. So glad you are asking for help. I'm going to PM you for info to send money.

God Bless you and all your babies.

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[ShesASquirrelyGirl]

I can't take any in for ya obviously, and funds are a bit tight because of our rescue over here but I can send ya some basic supplies if ya pm me an addy!
Good luck!

[atlantasquirrelgirl]

I may be able to help during the week. I'm working in Florida. Sent you a PM.

[MrBooMY]

Where exactly in Florida are you located? I'll help as much as I can if you are close by. I'm in Jacksonville, FL myself. I've just got my 3 babies up to the 5-6 week stage and they are getting quite playful. I've got a huge bag full of the 1ml small size syringes if you need some.

[Loopy Squirrel]

Thank you everyone for the offers of help. I am sorry that I can't get to everyone but my time is so very short lately. I promise I will get to everyone as soon as I can. If you do need info and I don't get back soon, Gammas Baby has my info too. For all the people who offered to take some of the babies, I appreciate your offers of assistance but the squirrels are still in quarantine right now and some have issues. I am calling in the reserves to help feed. I may not have help everyday but when someone can come and feed just a few it really helps. Gotta go, babies to feed. I'll try to get back on later.

[island rehabber]

:bowdown:bowdown:bowdown Loopy :bowdown:bowdown:bowdown

:grouphug

[Jackie in Tampa]

:thumbsup
LS...do you need pet carriers as well...?

[ShesASquirrelyGirl]

Your box is being sent out today! =) Hope it helps!

[susanw]

Oh boy, wish I could help you out! We farmed out most of our baby squirrels after Fay, but we have gotten 36 more in. They just keep comming! Now there are three more storms brewing below us!:shakehead

[Mars]

Looks like supplies should be coming your way - can you give us an idea of what you still need? :)

[Johnb]

My daughter and her friend have been collecting donations today, more doors to knock on this wed then we will send out a check with the total amount.
Hang in there !!!:thumbsup :) :thumbsup :bowdown :bowdown :bowdown

[Kathy56]

You are amazing. I have 6 babies and I don't know how you do it.I can't imagine what I would do with 56. I just hope and pray Hurricane Hannah doesn't hit here(S.C.) because I would not be able to turn down a baby in need.

[MrBooMY]

I just sent a box with about 10 1cc syringes to someone, I don't know if it pertained to this thread or not, but I hope so. I don't know why, but a good rehabber friend of mine sent me a whole 1 quart ziplock FULL of them. They have really come in handy with the babies I've raised.

[Loopy Squirrel]

These are some of the babies under my care. We tried to get all of them in but it was hard to get them all in at one time. The babies in the cages were not in a photogenic mood, so would not come out.

[Jackie in Tampa]

Do you still have any hair left:sanp3 if so, grey?!:)
Bless your heart...:grouphug
Call me if I can help!
Will be in your vicinity in a few days...turtle vet!, I'll let you know when, so if you need something or me...you can put me to work..I'll give you a heads up when I have exact appt time!
Hang in Loopy, Loopy hang on!...la la la la [remember that song...lol]
Good Luck, wish you the best!:grouphug

[Momma Squirrel]

OMG that is alot or cuteness :Love_Icon you are truly an angel :bowdown

Thanks jackie now I have that song stuck in my head :poke :tilt

[Pam]

I've never seen so much cuteness at one time! :Love_Icon You have your hands full...and a lot of kissing, too.

I hope you can find a little time for yourself. :grouphug

:grouphug HANG ON LOOPY, LOOPY HANG ON! :grouphug

[TexanSquirrel]

:bowdown :bowdown :bowdown

Wow. Just amazing. Best of luck to you!!!

[luvs squirrels]

There are squirrels everywhere! So lucky too...fox and grey's.

Sure wish I could help you feed them and let you get some rest.

While you're feeding them, please give them each a kiss from Auntie Luvs.

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[squirrel princess]

OH my :shakehead someone pm her address to me this girl needs help :rotfl I can only imagine the hours spent feeding this many much less the
expense:sanp3

[molly]

Bless you Loopy~ :bowdown
Does she have a paypal account? Money would get to her so much faster if she did. If not, how do we get her address to send something to help?

[Johnb]

OMG thats a lot of lil ones, we are so glad to help ! I will have a check in the mail this evening...

[Loopy Squirrel]

Thanks everyone for the support. It really can be crazy sometimes. We are starting to get into a schedule and it is getting easier. The problem is when new ones come in and I have some in the rehydrating process, some on half formula, etc. and to Pam, it's been so crazy I haven't even been able to get a shower in. What was that about time to myself. I have learned to do laundry, clean, and type w/ a baby & syringe in hand (and mouth). When I am on the phone half the time people can't understand me because I have a damn syringe in my mouth. God forbid if I put it down Joe or Casey will take it in a second. I freaked yesterday because my prize nipple came up missing. Everyone complained this morning when they had to take the new one.

[Momma Squirrel]

Erin you are an angel, it is so good to see the young generation still taking the time to help others and the wild life, you are a true inspiration :thumbsup

[ShesASquirrelyGirl]

Darn it, I forgot to put the feeding tubes in the box :soapbox
Anyway if you can really use them I will send some down in another one. Just let me know!

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

Look at that big helper checking in on the babies.:multi Loopy I cant even imagine the caging that this is going to require.

[Frickster]

are all 56 still hanging in there? you are TRULY a miracle to these little angels!

[Mars]

I hope some one remembered the hand cream. You are going to have the worse squirrel hands for this season. Do you have a favorite I'll see about getting some down to you.

[Loopy Squirrel]

Hand cream???What do you mean...I still haven't even had a chance to get in the dang shower. I smell like squirrel pee and puppy milk. It's a new scent. I did want to report that everyone is doing very well, I did however loose two. Both were possible internal damage. One of the babies came in yesterday and it had a pelvic fracture and I was totally disappointed that I lost him. It was such a sad story. A woman, who in the past, has called me many times regarding baby squirrels and this one was in her neighbors yard caught by a cat. I heard a baby crying back at her house so I ran back after I had got the injured one and the baby was up in the tree screeming bloody murder and there was a mom squirrel in the middle of the tree. She kept running up the tree and the baby would scream at her and kick her away. After a few minutes she came down the tree w/ the baby and move it to another tree. Then she ran up a third tree and I heard another baby cry and then settle down then she came out and did a cur-splat on the palm branch. The lady said she had seen a hawk earlier so I think that it may have came and startled them all and maybe the babies paniced and the one fell out and there was the cat. While I had the baby he began to cry and that mom flew down the tree and just about ran to us. It was like she was begging me for her baby. I felt so terrible taking it but I knew he had a bad injury. I took him to the hospital and got an x-ray and the pelvis was fractured but no signs of internal bleeding or any head trauma. We gave him pain meds and I took him home. He did great all afternoon and into the evening. When I went to feed this morning he was gone. I really had high hopes for this baby because the fracture wasn't that bad. The other baby basically was lethargic upon arrival but w/ no injuries and wasn't even really dehydrated. He never really got over the lethargy even after rehydration. No other obvious signs. No brusing, bleeding, head trauma, bloat, diarrhea, nothing. He just seemed to fade away. It was very sad especially not having a reason for either of their deaths. This is when I hate rehab. It's one thing to have healthy babies come to you, but it is another to have the sick & broken too and sometimes there is nothing you can do to fix them.

[Buddy'sMom]

:grouphug :grouphug So sorry for your losses, Loopy. RIP dear babies. :Love_Icon :Love_Icon

I know in the blur of all you are doing, Loopy, it must be hard to keep in mind that you are a blessing to ALL of them, even, perhaps especially, the ones that you lose. They still had a chance because of you and were well cared for and safe and warm -- because you are there and care so much. Let us keep reminding you of that, because I'm sure you are far too busy to think of it yourself. You are a gift to each one of these babies. :grouphug :bowdown

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[tatcat]

:grouphug hey loopy, god bless you for everything you are doing to help these lil ones...you have the heart of gold and the spirit of a bulldog...hang in there darlin...you guys are so in my prayers!!! if ya wanna talk let me know, i will pm ya my phone number...i am no rehabber but i can offer support...bless you again darlin...:grouphug

[Frickster]

2 babies out of 56 plus!?!? i in no may want to belittle the lives of those 2 precious souls! BUT....i don't think anyone else could pull off those odds. bless your heart!!

[Missouri]

I've been following your thread Loopy, but never replied as I figured you would be too blurry eyed to read and too hand cramped to type.

You are a marvel, and an inspiration. :bowdown

I wish I was in a position to donate to your cause.
You were a godsend to Laz when she needed you, and I know all those wee ones will do well in your care.

(You will be "Loopy" indeed by the time they all grow and go.)

OK. Stop reading this ... and go feed somebody ... :)

Mary

[Tori]

I am in Haines City and currently have zero baby squirrels so I could take in some babies to help out. (no quarantine issues) I am a vet tech and was a liscenced rehabber in oklahoma and have been working here under supervision. I can drive this weekend if need be. Let me know how else I could help. I also have carriers etc here and milk and stuff.
Tori

[squirrelfairy]

OH Loopy,. forgive me for not being here to wish you so much support in all your efforts with 56 babies!! i cannot believe you have so many and I send you all my love and support energetically!! that is quite a task, and you still have time to get online and tell us about it !! lordy, get some rest!!

I wish I could help you, I am in CT , send them on up!!!

Sending lots of love your way...:Love_Icon :Love_Icon :Love_Icon :Love_Icon

[Johnb]

No problem, Im fine with the post, in fact I will show it to Erin and her friend in the morning they will enjoy the thanks and the pics seeing what they are helping will be a great thing for her. thanks for the post. It rained here all day so they could not go out tonight to get more donations, I will just send out what we have collected to date which is still not bad for a little door knocking 15 year old gal, She loves animals, she really loves the squirrels we have raised and released over the years.


johnb...I sure hope you don't mind, but your PRECIOUS daughter is doing such a WONDERFUL thing that I want to let everyone know. :Love_Icon :Love_Icon :Love_Icon

johnb and Chris's 15 year old daughter has been going door to door in their neighborhood, raising money for Loopy's babies. She's doing a GREAT job, and has collected a lot of money that will help there babies tremendously! :wahoo THANK YOU ERIN!!! You're a "special" girl to do this. :grouphug You're the GREATEST!! :bowdown :bowdown :grouphug :thankyou :thankyou :thankyou

[Johnb]

Squirrel pee and puppy milk scent !!! a new fragrance !!! it might go over big time !! sounds hot !!!

Nice job out there !! keep out the great work !!!!:thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup


Hand cream???What do you mean...I still haven't even had a chance to get in the dang shower. I smell like squirrel pee and puppy milk. It's a new scent. I did want to report that everyone is doing very well, I did however loose two. Both were possible internal damage. One of the babies came in yesterday and it had a pelvic fracture and I was totally disappointed that I lost him. It was such a sad story. A woman, who in the past, has called me many times regarding baby squirrels and this one was in her neighbors yard caught by a cat. I heard a baby crying back at her house so I ran back after I had got the injured one and the baby was up in the tree screeming bloody murder and there was a mom squirrel in the middle of the tree. She kept running up the tree and the baby would scream at her and kick her away. After a few minutes she came down the tree w/ the baby and move it to another tree. Then she ran up a third tree and I heard another baby cry and then settle down then she came out and did a cur-splat on the palm branch. The lady said she had seen a hawk earlier so I think that it may have came and startled them all and maybe the babies paniced and the one fell out and there was the cat. While I had the baby he began to cry and that mom flew down the tree and just about ran to us. It was like she was begging me for her baby. I felt so terrible taking it but I knew he had a bad injury. I took him to the hospital and got an x-ray and the pelvis was fractured but no signs of internal bleeding or any head trauma. We gave him pain meds and I took him home. He did great all afternoon and into the evening. When I went to feed this morning he was gone. I really had high hopes for this baby because the fracture wasn't that bad. The other baby basically was lethargic upon arrival but w/ no injuries and wasn't even really dehydrated. He never really got over the lethargy even after rehydration. No other obvious signs. No brusing, bleeding, head trauma, bloat, diarrhea, nothing. He just seemed to fade away. It was very sad especially not having a reason for either of their deaths. This is when I hate rehab. It's one thing to have healthy babies come to you, but it is another to have the sick & broken too and sometimes there is nothing you can do to fix them.

[JudyB]

You are a blessing! :grouphug
:grouphug

[Feeze]

Well Dang it Feeze! *smack* How could I miss this?!!

I'm sorry I can't offer my home, but my money is yours.

Anyone taking donations for Loopy? It's all I can do, and darn it, no one can stop me!:soapbox :D

[Mars]

Hand cream???What do you mean...I still haven't even had a chance to get in the dang shower.

Details details. :rotfl The shower will still be there but your hands may not. Trust me I did 40 a couple years ago and my hands were like raw meat from scratches. You need to protect your hands. It got so bad I was looking for gloves. I looked at climbing gloves, baseball gloves and golf gloves anything that would protect the back of my hands and leave my fingers free. Never found what I wanted. Used a ton of lotion, but am still looking for the right gloves.

[Jackie in Tampa]

Details details. :rotfl The shower will still be there but your hands may not. Trust me I did 40 a couple years ago and my hands were like raw meat from scratches. You need to protect your hands. It got so bad I was looking for gloves. I looked at climbing gloves, baseball gloves and golf gloves anything that would protect the back of my hands and leave my fingers free. Never found what I wanted. Used a ton of lotion, but am still looking for the right gloves.
I AM SCRATCHED TO SHREDS NOW WITH 5...
I STICK MY THUMB THRU HOLE IN SWEATSHIRT SLEEVE TO PROTECT MY WRIST...BUT STILL MANAGE TO LOOK LIKE MINCEMEAT....LORD HELP YOU LOOPY...:grouphug :bowdown

[Tomo]

Details details. :rotfl The shower will still be there but your hands may not. Trust me I did 40 a couple years ago and my hands were like raw meat from scratches. You need to protect your hands. It got so bad I was looking for gloves. I looked at climbing gloves, baseball gloves and golf gloves anything that would protect the back of my hands and leave my fingers free. Never found what I wanted. Used a ton of lotion, but am still looking for the right gloves.


Hey, try playtex house cleaning gloves and cut off the fingers. The babies don't like the rubber feel, but you can keep a grip on the pretty easy.

[Tomo]

I just found this thread today. If there is anything I can send or if anyone has a money donation fund set up, please let me know! :)

[luvs squirrels]

So sorry about the two not making it.

Hang in there. You and the babies are in my thoughts and prayers.

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[wheezer]

You probably don't have time to even peek here much but I hope my box from Chris's Squirrel Store and More reaches you soon. I now wish I had sent it "next day air":shakehead I am sure it will still come in handy:)

[TexanSquirrel]

Just dropping in to continue to wish you the best with all those precious babies!

[C*ndy]

LOOPY! Bless you! We are in the same boat here in Louisiana. Do not wish IKE on you at this time. I am afraid we may be in for it again!!!! Here are some pics of 34 babes in from LSU yesterday!! This is the box they came in!! This adds to the locals already coming in!!! Will pray for you! We can do it!!!

[C*ndy]

ooops sorry those files were resized and still huge!

[JudyB]

OMG :grouphug So much fur!! :grouphug
Bless you all for doing this wonderful thing :Love_Icon

[muffinsquirrel]

Oh! the joys of feeding babies by kerosene lamp light! That is a wad of babies you've got there, lady!! I've PMed you - yell if you need anything.

muffinsquirrel

[wheezer]

That is just incredible:Love_Icon :bowdown

[Crazymunk]

:grouphug You are all doing an amazing job.....:thumbsup sending prayers and good wishes your way :Love_Icon

[KimbleSquible]

Those pics look like a squirrel mosh pit!
I used fingerless gloves (cotton weave that didn't catch his nails)when Scrib went through his scratching stage. They used to be fingered gloves but were destined for a higher purpose! Also come with funky non slip bits on them that Scribble found interesting and help me keep a grip on him! Sadly, my dog liked them more...
Good Luck Mother of 56! You will do great and those babies will love you for everything that you do.
Thinking of you.

[TexanSquirrel]

Wow! So many babies! Best of luck with them all!

[Momma Squirrel]

:bowdown thank you all for what you do and do it with so much love, determination and sleepless nights :bowdown

Those babies range from every stage of fur :D

[Loopy Squirrel]

I wanted to give a quick update to everyone who has been watching...everyone is hanging in there and quite a few have opened their eyes. Feedings are going better as everyone is getting used to how it goes and now that many have opened their eyes they are slowly doing the potty thing. There are a few that I still have to work with but many are already doing it and I even noticed two w/ their eyes closed that will leave the nest and potty in the corner. I still have four w/ abcesses that have to be drained at least three times a day...yes they fill up that fast and the one w/ pneumonia is doing better. I had a second come in w/ pneumonia and she is doing pretty good. The pox scares turned out to be just scares. Thank God, I didn't need that. I have one coming in tomorrow from another rehabber w/ a broken back leg. Hopefully he'll be o.k. X-rays tomorrow.Thank you again to everyone that has helped me out in my time of need. You have lifted a huge burden off my shoulders trying to figure out how I was going to manage. I usually don't get this many in all at once especially so many small ones. Most of the time they are scattered throughout the year so it is easier to manage but I guess this time mother nature decided to throw me a curve ball instead and we haven't even had a hurricane yet. Hopefully Ike will not hit us and in another few days all the babies eyes should be open so it will go much faster for me and I'll be able to take in more if needed. What I really need now is to grow two extra arms.:D

[Apple Corps]

Loopy - what else can we say - you get the BIG :thumbsup :thumbsup :D :D

[sherbear59]

:bowdown :bowdown WOW you are amazing !!!!:grouphug :grouphug

[Loopy Squirrel]

Seeing C*ndy feeding babies by kerosene lamp brought back memmories of a few years ago when FL had the four hurricanes hit. I had thirty babies and I had to heat their milk using the sterno. We had power on and off for hours. Everytime the power would suddenly come on I'd reheat the microwaveable heating pads and try to run the washer/dryer so I'd have clean blankets. There were times I'd have to wrap up all the babies and lay them on my belly for heat. What a hoot. Florida is an interesting place to rehab. The sad part was the sickening feeling I kept getting from watching the blowing trees and worrying about all the misplaced squirrels.

[JudyB]

Loopy, You are my hero :bowdown :bowdown

[Loopy Squirrel]

No, my husband just says I have a neon sign on my forehead that says just drop animals HERE! I think there may be one on the house too but I can't see it.:D

[foxsquirrels]

:jump My husband says the same thing!!!:jump

[skye]

Glad to hear they are all doing well God Bless you for all the hard work and love you put in to these little fur babies. Best wishes to you.:thumbsup

[TexanSquirrel]

Keep up the great work!

[Rhapsody]

Where in Florida are you located? - and do you need any one to take a few of the babies until they are ready to return to you for release?

[JudyB]

How is Loopy and the children doing today? :jump

[Loopy Squirrel]

Everybody is doing o.k. but you can add 11 more to the current count. They came in from another clinic whose rehabber is full. Nothing like chaos. I'd like to let everyone know that I have been receiving donations/supplies but I just haven't had time to post everyone so please bear w/ me until I get it together.

[Momma Squirrel]

11 MORE I will never complain again about being tired or over worked, you make me very proud that you are part of our family here and those squirrels are very lucky to have you :grouphug :bowdown

[JudyB]

:bowdown :bowdown :bowdown :bowdown
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[Kathy56]

You are my HERO. I have 9 babies and they are working me to death. I don't know how you do it. Gotta go take one to the vet now.Sending you lots of love and Prayers.:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

[rolo02]

:bowdown :bowdown :bowdown OMG where have I been! I just read this whole thread and I have to say you are absolutly amazing!!!! These babies are so lucky to have you. I wish there was something more I could do. Hang in there you are a God send to these babies!!!!:bowdown :bowdown :bowdown

[luvs squirrels]

Wow, another 11. I don't know how you do it...67!!!!!

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[sherbear59]

OH MY,,,,,,,,,,,,wish i could help ! Thank God for you and you DH ! :grouphug

[craftscritters]

Loopy;

I hope that all is going well with your babies. We've been dealing with a bit of a crisis of our own up here now for last 4-5 days. Nothing on the scale of what your working with.

We applaud your efforts and that of many other rehabbers and rescuers that can perform this work. We hope to get licensed as a state rehabber here in Virginia but don't have the time to go through training with work and the pets we currently care for. We know it takes a lot of time, effort, patience, and funding.

God bless, and let us know if we can be of any further assistance.

[foxsquirrels]

Oh my, I don't know how you are doing it!!! I wish I could take some from you. I know you are so tired.:grouphug :grouphug
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[skye]

OMG 11 more babies. You are amazing women God Bless you. In my prayers and hope they all do well.:grouphug

[jme2323]

HOLY COW. i wish i could help you...i love your wriggly box of furry love! you are amazing!!!

:bowdown

[FLUFFYTAILNUT]

67??? :eek:

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wow....you are super squirrel mom!! with the cape flowing in the wind....syringes..strapped to your belt!!
arms bent on your hips..standind on a hill...sun shining behind you..

i am utterly amazed by your squirrel parenting skills!
YOU ARE THE WO-MAN!!
may prayers of encouragement to you and your husband!
much love
rachel n bean:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[Loopy Squirrel]

O.K. now it starting to get ridiculous. I took in 11 the other night and eight last night. None today so far but I guess I shouldn't say anything. I did a head count and I have 74 babies including the fox squirrels. I moved out 11 into the wilding out cages yesterday so that took a little pressure off. Two of the babies that came in yesterday were 1 wk old pinkies. They look really good though and are taking the formula well today. I also wanted to let everyone know that I am still trying to catch up on all the packages & donations. I have been really slacking though. Along w/ all the babies I have also been dealing w/ my mother-in-law who lives w/ us. She has COPD and has recently taked a turn for the worse and we have been trying to arrange Hospice care the last few days. I have had nurses/social workers/ and animal drop offs all at the same time so please bear w/ me. I will get back to everyone very soon. Do you realize how difficult it is to explain why you have a "tarded" squirrel running through the house?:D

[Momma Squirrel]

My goodness what a load you carry, sending as much strength and encouragement I can through prayers. :grouphug :bowdown

We all know how thankful you are don't you worry about taking time to thank us, there will be time for that when it all calms down. you take care of your babies, yourself and your family, we will all be here now, during and after :grouphug

[Feeze]

Boy you weren't kidding about that "and counting" bit. :eek: I think we need a whole new surprised smiley just for you! That one just doesn't say it.

Bless you for all that you do, you, your mom, and all the babies are in my prayers.:grouphug

[rusty's mom]

wow even if you only gave them 3 feedings a day it would be almost impossible. I hope there is someone helping. After you look at the donations let us know what you still need. besides sleep a laundress a shower and a good cry.

[Loopy Squirrel]

Yes, I should not have opened my mouth. Just took in two more tonight and one is a very tiny and purple pinkie. Hopefully it'll make it through the night. It is very bruised.

[FLUFFYTAILNUT]

Well..then..i guess..your name is perfect...
'Super Squirrel Mom'
you are the ULTIMATE SQUIRREL MOM.....any of their 'birth moms'....would run and hide with all of these babies...jump blindly out of their tree's...:poke :jump

keep up the good work!

rachel n bean:wave123

[luvs squirrels]

I pray that God be with you and bless you and all your little ones. I can't imagine how you are handling and dealing with everything you're going through. Maybe you are just so busy you don't have the time or energy to even think about it.

You are all in my prayers. I hope you don't get any more babies...that they will be safe with their squirrel Mommies.

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[FLUFFYTAILNUT]

i have one question..
do you think it may be possible to get a picture of ALL YOUR BABIES?

i know your so..busy..but this really is amazing..and i dont think anyone has ever had this many all at once... :eek: :poke :thumbsup :jump
when you get a chance...:thumbsup :hidechair
rachel n bean:wave123

[Loopy Squirrel]

Yeah, I can try to take picks of them in their containers. The older ones can be difficult because they scatter but I'll try. I have shifted everyone around and moved open eyed babies into a container, incoming into another and eyes closed and recently opened babies in another. I have one group of 15 in a small cage because they are starting to get active and play w/ toys. It is going faster though since over half have opened their eyes.

[Tori]

You are amazing.....I once did a dog rescue from a puppy mill and we took 75 dogs that I personally cared for for about 4 weeks so I feel your pain. Wish I was closer and could help more....

[FLUFFYTAILNUT]

Yeah, I can try to take picks of them in their containers. The older ones can be difficult because they scatter but I'll try. I have shifted everyone around and moved open eyed babies into a container, incoming into another and eyes closed and recently opened babies in another. I have one group of 15 in a small cage because they are starting to get active and play w/ toys. It is going faster though since over half have opened their eyes.
i just told my husband aboout all the babies you have...he slowly looked at me.....like he thought..you were keeping all of them:jump :jump i explained to him...they are rescues...and will be released...:D
he then said.....no...no more squirrels for (me)....im perectly happy with my one..bean:D
i'll be looking forward to those pictures!:alright.gif
try to sleep when you can..eat healthy..you cant afford to get sick:peace :grouphug rachel n bean:grouphug

[Frickster]

just to clarify...the only ones that haven't made it are those two, correct? i am completely floored!! you are going to have generations of squirrels in your yard FOREVER!!! do you release them all there in your own yard?

[heyjamai]

Do you need people to take some of the babies? I talked to my Mom about the situation and she said she would be willing to raise some of the squirrels. We raised 3 squirrels when I was younger and living w/ my parents. She does not work so she is home all day and would have the time to dedicate to them.
Let me know, if you are interested I can pick them up and take them to her.

[Frickster]

how are all these little balls of fur (and their MAMA) doing!?

[Loopy Squirrel]

Sorry I haven't been on in a while. I have bad news to report. I had a possible virus run through and I have lost ten babies to it. It is very similar to what happened last season. Some respond to antibiotics and some do not. I am not sure if I have two different things going on or if the antibiotics are working on secondary bacterial infections. They have diarrhea, incontinence, and for some it turns to respiratory. I had one die in less than 12 hrs and she had no diarrhea and her respiratory symptoms did not respond to anything, even nebulizing and lasix. They all have been treated for parasites too. Some of the symptoms are very similar to bordetella. I moved some of the older babies outside and thank God I am only nursing 35 right now.

[FallensMommie]

Awe LS I'm so sorry to hear that!
RIP Sweet Babies :sad

I hope everything is on the up and up and no others succumb to whatever it is.

You are doing such a marvelous job with them!

[Mars]

:sad

Hang in there. Is there anything else you need?

[FLUFFYTAILNUT]

I am very..sorry for your loss.....you poor thing...its like losing children..:grouphug http://dl4.glitter-graphics.net/pub/972/972554gx3ouz39nf.gif (http://www.glitter-graphics.com)
Did you ever get out letter..?
hope you have a better day today.:grouphug
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[island rehabber]

In any situation like this, with a huge number of stressed babies, viruses and bacterial infections can happen. I am so sorry you lost them, Loopy, but am very very glad that more than half survived. :bowdown :thankyou:bowdown

[Feeze]

I'm so sorry.:grouphug This must be so hard on you. I have no idea...

Praying for the survivors, and for you.:Love_Icon

RIP darling babies...:Love_Icon

[cr8zyanimalgirl]

What a terrible thing to have happen!



RIP little ones

[Momma Squirrel]

I am very sorry this happened. I truly hope and pray that the worse is over. They had the very best care and love possible. My thoughts and prayers stay with you and your husband every day. :grouphug

[FLUFFYTAILNUT]

Good Morning..just popping in to see..if there are any pictures..of the furry children..
How is the crew doing this morning..??
Getting bigger and stronger...lots of peeing pooping and playing going on now..:D
Have a great day....kisses to all those sweet heads!!!.:grouphug
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[Loopy Squirrel]

I haven't gotten around to take pics yet. I need to take some new ones of the fox squirrels. They have gotten huge. I lost two more babies this weekend. This virus, or whatever it is, is still hanging around. I have three more that are showing signs so I hit them hard this morning w/ antibiotics and hoping for the best. Now it seems to be showing itself w/ out any warning. The squirrels will be o.k. the night before and then in the morning they are lethargic, weak, and breathing very heavy. It is only happening to one group. All the others are o.k. and doing well, including some new ones that came in and are in quarantine.

[Momma Squirrel]

LS so sorry more fell to this awful virus. What a terrific job you are doing. I will be praying the others will pull through.

Can't wait to see the pictures of ALL those babies :tilt

How are you holding up??

[Buddy'sMom]

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[TexanSquirrel]

Good luck with all those babies.

[luvs squirrels]

Sending extra prayers your way.

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[sherbear59]

:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug so sorry abut the babies . The work you do is so amazing !!! :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

[Loopy Squirrel]

Momma Squirrel: I am holding up o.k but I am getting more frustrated everyday. Here I have all these meds and nebulizers and all this CRAP and I can't save a damn one. I have been dosing antibiotics, lasix,albuteral to no avail. This is when rehab really SUCKS. I lost two more this afternoon. On a positive note I do have one who started showing symptoms last night and he is still hanging in there and hasn't gotten any worse. Lets hope and pray that he'll be the one that pulls through and no more come down w/ this. I won't have any hair left if it doesn't stop.

Thank you to everyone for all the supplies, donations, and prayers. I am going to need them and I am glad that everyone is still hanging in there w/ us. We'll get through this somehow.

Rachel: Yes, I did get your note & donation. Thank you very much and tell Isabella thank you too.

[Momma Squirrel]

Maybe that is a sign things are going to turn around and all will be OK. Prayers still coming. Hang in there, wish I could do more than post, hoping our prayers will continue to help and give you and your babies the strength you need to see this through :grouphug

[Momtofuzzies]

Where are you in Florida?

I would be more than happy to take some and help you out.

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Added later: I just now started reading this thread so I have no idea what the count is at this point or if you still
are overloaded with babies. If so, the offer is open.

[Kathy56]

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[Frickster]

you said you can't save a one...but you have saved TONS! what is your count at now? and even the ones that didn't make it...they didn't die cold and alone out in the rain and winds. they were SAFE and with other little furballs and they KNEW they were loved and cared for. you were the BEST thing they could hope for and you absolutely CANNOT forget that. you are a hero to these little angels!

[Rhapsody]

I have seen a few people offer to help by taking some of the babies (my self included) and I was wondering if our services are needed? - just let us know and we will be there.

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[Loopy Squirrel]

Well, because everything is logged in my books and F&G watches everything, I can't pass them on to anyone other than another licensed rehabber and I am not supposed to cross county lines. Besides, at this point I wouldn't feel comfortable doing that since I don't know what I am dealing w/ and I don't want to possibly infect a healthy population of squirrels.

[LiLRainFrog]

What part of Florida are you from...Im from North Florida...I lost my baby squirrel...he went to a cold spot off his heating pad last night....I am very lost without him right now....

[Loopy Squirrel]

Hi everyone...just wanted to let everyone know that we haven't had anymore deaths. Everyone is doing really well and I am watching very carefully. I just put ten more in the outside cage yesterday. Also I'd like to add that my mother-in-law passed away Thursday night and that is why I haven't been on much lately. I have been dealing w/ her and Hospice for a few weeks now and she took a very bad turn Tuesday and it was down hill from there. My husband and I have been busy making arrangements and such. Hopefully once this is all behind us I can get back to normal...wait, I don't know what normal is!:D

[luvs squirrels]

Oh, Loopy, I'm sorry to hear about your Mother-in-law. :grouphug

Glad to hear the squirrels have been healthy. How many do you have now?

Yes, normal for you is not being normal. :D

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[hannersnlittleflyer]

Loopy! You are truley an angel! I cannot help out much but I have a little bit of an idea.
Since I am guessing you don't have much time on your hands right now, I will try and create you a website. That way you can give them to people to want new fluffers. You can also post a page with your information so that they can send you donations to help keep them all healthy. You could sell them for $50.00 each or free! That way we know they are going to a good home. Tell me what you think and I'll get to the the website! :jump :multi :flash3 :wahoo :flash3 :multi :jump

[Loopy Squirrel]

Right now I am only nursing 17. I have ten outside and I have released 11. I had some friends take some for me which took a lot of pressure off me. I ended up loosing a total of fourteen babies to this virus/bacteria. I have some diarrhea starting again in the group of squirrels that were sick so I am watching very carefully. All of the new ones that came in are o.k. and the older groups are fine. It just seems to be just this one group. The fox squirrels are getting so big. They are weaned now but are all over the house and creating havoc. They don't realize how big they really are and when they land on something everything goes CRASH to the floor thenthey look at each other like "who did that?". I love them though, they are so sweet and gentle. Thank you for your condolences regarding my motherinlaw. It's been a long struggle and in a way I am almost relieved. I know that sounds horrible, but if anyone has been through something like this you will understand what I mean. Being a caregiver to animals is one thing but a human is another. I don't do well w/ humans. Thank you though for caring. It means a lot to me that you all are in this with me, the squirrels, the squirrels illness, & my motherinlaw. THANK YOU!!!

[luvs squirrels]

I know what you mean about it almost being a relief. My Mother-in-law wasn't in a hospice, but she was in the hospital for 7 long weeks on a respirator and had two surgeries at 84 years old. It's just so hard to see them suffer and know there's no hope for them to get better. She's not in pain any longer and that's what you have to remember.

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I'll be praying for those sweet little squirrels that they'll all be strong and healthy. I can only imagine the chaos at your house. :D

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[Chesters_mom]

:( I'm so sorry.

[Lady Squirrelly]

Sorry about the loss of you MIL. It can be so hard when they are sick.

Glad the babies are all doing well.

[muffinsquirrel]

Loopy! You are truley an angel! I cannot help out much but I have a little bit of an idea.
Since I am guessing you don't have much time on your hands right now, I will try and create you a website. That way you can give them to people to want new fluffers. You can also post a page with your information so that they can send you donations to help keep them all healthy. You could sell them for $50.00 each or free! That way we know they are going to a good home. Tell me what you think and I'll get to the the website! :jump :multi :flash3 :wahoo :flash3 :multi :jump


Hi, and Welcome. I know that you are new here, and perhaps don't understand everything. Loopy, and a great many more here, is a rehabber. In other words, we rescue, rehab, and release. All of these babies are nursed back to health, taught how to survive in the wild, and then released back into the trees to live the life of a wild squirrel. None are ever sold. Occasionally there will be one that is NonReleasable for one reason or another, and there are places that will care for them for the rest of their lives, and give them a life that is as close to wild as it can be.

I also do rehab work (not nearly on the grand scale Loopy does!) and have added many many squirrels to the population here in Texas. Before I ever got into rehabbing, I raised flying squirrels, and still do. I also do Flying Squirrel rescue from people that have got a flyer that is not suited for life with humans. These are also rehabbed and given the choice of being a wild flyer. I think that flyers are wonderful creatures, and love them with a passion. Most of mine are in large outdoor cages with lots of trees and branches to play on. In other words, they are all spoiled rotten!

Hope to see a lot of you on TSB, and hear all about the flyer that owns you. And don't forget the photos!!!!

muffinsquirrel

[Momma Squirrel]

LS so sorry to hear about your mother-in-law. My sincere condolonces (sp) to you and your husband. :grouphug

It is great that you had help with all those babies and even people that could take a few to raise until release time :thumbsup

You will have to post some new pictures when you have time, but before you release them :poke :tilt

[sherbear59]

OH Loopy:grouphug :grouphug ,sorry about your Mother in Law,Taken care of a loved one near the end is the worst,,,:grouphug :grouphug I worked in a private care home that only took 5 patients at a time . It was the best job I've ever had , they were all Loved and taken care of . Thank goodness for Hospise they help alot! :grouphug :grouphug Much love to you and your family:grouphug

[Buddy'sMom]

Loopy, my condolences to you, your husband and your family. :grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[Kathy56]

So sorry to hear about your MIL. Hugs and prayers coming your way.:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

[JLM27]

Loopy, so sorry that you lost your mother in law, but perhaps she welcomed the peace at last.

Thank you for caring for all those babies. it must have been SO hard to lose 14 of them. God bless you. Rest in peace little ones, or go on to your next adventure with love and kindness:grouphug

[Loopy Squirrel]

Sorry I haven't been up dating on all the babies. It has gotten a little calmer here. I have released most of the babies but I still have a few little ones still in the outside cage. I just wanted to say thank you again to all those that helped and all those who sent wishes & prayers, especially when things went wrong. I know there were a lot of people who sent money via paypal and some who sent in money to Chris's squirrel store and I'd like to thank all that helped and didn't get a personal thank you. I tried to send out thank you note or pm's but there were a few of you that sent names on cards from Chris and I didn't recognize some you w/out your TSB name; so I'd like to thank all of you now. I appologize for taking so long but w/ all that happened including the death of my motherinlaw (right in the middle), it was crazy. I would not have made it through w/ out all of your help. Money was very tight w/out any donations coming in and w/ all the expenses piling up I would not have made it. THANK YOU all again. Unfortunately, I think things are going to change this coming season. I may not be on as much so I'd like to tell everyone that if they need any help you can always pm me and I will get it.

[luvs squirrels]

You are so welcome Loopy. I'm glad to hear things are calmer for you now. I can't think of a better cause than to help those that help these sweet squirrels.

We will miss you being on here as much. Please do stay in touch though when you can.

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