Found a paralyzed squirrel in Plano, Texas

[bmooney]

My son just came in from outside and found a paralyzed squirrel in the front yard of our neighbor. His front legs work but his back legs don't. I've left him where we found him for now which is in the shade and it's only 60degrees outside. What should I do? Who should I call to help?

Thanks for any and all advice. I'd like to do the best thing for the animal.

Brian
214-289-5150

[squirrelfriend]

He may have a back injury. Hopefully we can find someone on here that can take him in. He will need to be taken in. He is not safe out thre on his own. I would take him in a second but I am in Canada. Can you put him in a box with some towels in a dark quiet place? Perhaps one of those large tuperware storage boxes? Offer him some food and water.

[Jackie in Tampa]

brb

[bmooney]

Ok, I'll bring him in. I have a large plastic tub that I can put him in. What kind of food should I give him? Is there a good way to give him water or should I just pour it in a shallow bowl? Since he can't move, I think he'll end up spilling it.

I'm a total squirrel noob so sorry for all of the questions.

[Jackie in Tampa]

yes a shallow water bowl...if he tips, add pebbles for weight.
If you can put a heating pad HALF under a cat carrier or crate..I am worried he may chew thru plastic and cardboard, you may have to continue to look for back up cage.
Put heating pad half under container, set on low...
keep him warm dark and quiet.

I have sent out an sos for one of our members near you....
Do you have pecans or almonds?
grapes, apple chunks, romaine...
I will keep cking...brb
thank you for helping!:bowdown

[Jackie in Tampa]

can you take a quick pic?
do you see anything that looks like white small snow flakes?
white lint?
can you describe his movements?
thank you...

[bmooney]

Ok I have the squirrel in a large rubbermaid type tub in the garage. He's pretty scared right now so I'm going to let him calm down before I bring out the food and water.

I don't see anything white like snowflakes or lint. He has no movement in his lower extremeties. He tries to crall with his front legs but he can't generate enough strength to move himself. To me, he looks paralyzed.

Thanks for all of the good info. Here's a quick pick of him.

[Jackie in Tampa]

can you make a rice buddy and reheat it every few hours..I think heat will help him, pour rice in a sock and tie off, heating for 20-40 seconds in microwave...
looks like a foxer..
I am still waiting for a response...
Do you have an emergency vet that you know well?
most vets/rehabbers will put him dowm immediately due to his injuries..
A injection of dexamethasone would be ideal.
sending good vibes, fingers crossed...:Love_Icon

[mpetys]

Just reading this and am hoping someone will have an update soon. A good update. So much sadness on TSB today.

Michele

[Mrs Skul]

:wave123 Jackie
:thinking Who do we know close to Oklahoma, Ardmore? Plano Tx is North of Dallas. :thinking
Have you heard from C Bell???:dono
Good Luck Christal

[Mrs Skul]

:wave123 Hi B Mooney
Would you be willing to make a long drive?? :thinking Its about 80 from where you are, Canton Tx.
I am sending you a PM with a Vets name and number. He will treat Squirrels. He is treating a members Squirrel right now. :thumbsup
:wahoo What a VET!!!:thumbsup
Let me know if I can do anything to help!
Good Luck Christal

I don't know why I did not think of this earlier when Jackie called me.:dono

[Jackie in Tampa]

I just got word, cbell is in vicksberg...
Ok I can try someone else...
but thinking you may be the closest MrsSkul
how is the foxer this AM?

[Rescue04]

Hopefully you can get the baby some help, those babies need alot of attention. We have had two of them, they will love you, but between bathing twice a week and the cleaning if the cages - it takes alot of work. If there is anything we can do to help, let us know. We have tips to help care for him/her if you decide you can keep him/her