Found Stuck/Wedged in a Bush!

[Mike668]

I found a hurt little guy yesterday. there is no blood visible. but he has a visible scab on his right leg. the scab is healing in fact it looks a few days old. he has been eating well strawberries,cashew nuts wall nuts dried corn. cant get him to drink water from a bowl. so ive been giving him water from a syringe water dripper thingie. his tail and left leg are all limp. im worried about his spine. he does not mind me touching him. the little gray guy has energy but he does not mind me touching him. Is that normal??? should i try and splint the bad leg. should i be useing my heating pad underneath him on low? PLEASE HELP! tonight will be the second night our fuzzy guest will be sleeping over.

[gs1]

welcome someone will be on soon....

how old? adult?

is he peeing/pooping? most important to know....

:grouphug

[astra]

could you post any pics?
A bit more detail as to how mobile he is?...
can he move his back legs, front paws?...
what's his tail like: limp, moving, curling etc?...
how did you find him?... you said he was stuck somewhere?...
What do you think might have happened?...

exp.ppl will be here soon

[Mike668]

welcome someone will be on soon....

how old? adult?

is he peeing/pooping? most important to know....

:grouphug
yes he is peeing and pooping just fine! he just hid his little face beneath the towel ive left him on, at the foot of the bed. is it normal for him the not mind me touching him? he lets me feed him water by hand. and lets me pet his head lightly. oh and yes he is an adult size guy.

[astra]

It can be considered ok/normal because :
a) he could be someone's released squirrel, used to human contact
b) some injured animals instinctively sense when someone is trying to help them and cooperate to the best of their ability
c) some wilds can be surprisingly trustworthy, too, although, very rare.

You mentioned you gave him a towel?... Loopy fabrics, like towels, can be dangerous because their little claws get caught up in the loops, resulting in injuries.
Do you think you could find something that's not loopy?...eg., t-shirts, fleece, even solid cotton shirts?...

[Mike668]

could you post any pics?
A bit more detail as to how mobile he is?...
can he move his back legs, front paws?...
what's his tail like: limp, moving, curling etc?...
how did you find him?... you said he was stuck somewhere?...
What do you think might have happened?...

exp.ppl will be here soon
front paws work very well his eyes and head movement seem sharp and alert. the right leg is hurt but he can move is slightly. sometimes he streatches it out. his tail and left leg are all limp. does the spine run up the tail? im not sure what happened. i just found him yesterday with his back legs wedged between a small metal rod and the main stalk of a bush!

[astra]

oh boy! Poor little one! Must have been so terrified when stuck!
Thanks so much for rescuing him.

I don't know squirrel anatomy in detail, but tail can be affected by spinal injuries. It can be anything. He might have just pulled his left leg when stuck, he might have broken it, he might have hurt his back and that's why he got stuck... could be anything. It would be great if a vet could examine him, do x-rays, maybe... any chance for a vet?... just a trustworthy one, because I don't think squirrels are legal in your area....

Keep checking here, because most likely, there is a person or two here who might be close to you and be able to help.

For now, just keep him quiet, warm, hydrated etc.

[Nancy in New York]

You are getting excellent advice....:thumbsup
I have the name and number of a person that may be able to help you, but you would have to email me, just so that I can email you back the information. I don't think that you can pm anyone yet.
Here is my email address:
nmognoni@nycap.rr.com

[Mike668]

It can be considered ok/normal because :
a) he could be someone's released squirrel, used to human contact
b) some injured animals instinctively sense when someone is trying to help them and cooperate to the best of their ability
c) some wilds can be surprisingly trustworthy, too, although, very rare.

You mentioned you gave him a towel?... Loopy fabrics, like towels, can be dangerous because their little claws get caught up in the loops, resulting in injuries.
Do you think you could find something that's not loopy?...eg., t-shirts, fleece, even solid cotton shirts?...
ILL get him a old cotton tshirt. thanx for the advice!

[snj79]

I would definitely try to get him to a vet or someone else in your area that's experienced to get him checked out. Can u post picks of the little guy so age can be determined? Also making sure he's eating the proper diet as well as, peeing and pooping is important.

[Mike668]

You are getting excellent advice....:thumbsup
I have the name and number of a person that may be able to help you, but you would have to email me, just so that I can email you back the information. I don't think that you can pm anyone yet.
Here is my email address:
nmognoni@nycap.rr.com
you know somebody in Portland Or that can help me. wow this message board rocks!

[Mike668]

could you post any pics?
A bit more detail as to how mobile he is?...
can he move his back legs, front paws?...
what's his tail like: limp, moving, curling etc?...
how did you find him?... you said he was stuck somewhere?...
What do you think might have happened?...

exp.ppl will be here soon
im about to upload a youtube clip of the little guy! would that help?

[astra]

im about to upload a youtube clip of the little guy! would that help?
Definitely!
Also, e-mail Nancy - she will give you some phone numbers in Oregon who might be able to help you. Just try e-mailing her tonight.

[Mike668]

I would definitely try to get him to a vet or someone else in your area that's experienced to get him checked out. Can u post picks of the little guy so age can be determined? Also making sure he's eating the proper diet as well as, peeing and pooping is important.

he is peeing and pooping lots! can i post photos of him on this message board? i just signed up yesterday. ive fed him dry corn/strawberries /cashews/ pumpkin seeds. are those good for him? he has big/ huge balls is that normal?

[Mike668]

you know somebody in Portland Or that can help me. wow this message board rocks!
ok my email should be in your junk filter
Thanx for helping me Nancy.

[Ratman]

LMAO! Sorry your post made me laugh. You have a baby boy there and yes they have big balls.

Get some Esbilac puppy formula to ensure he will get the proper nutrition he needs.

Little boy squirrels are a hoot and you should have fun raising him :)




he is peeing and pooping lots! can i post photos of him on this message board? i just signed up yesterday. ive fed him dry corn/strawberries /cashews/ pumpkin seeds. are those good for him? he has big/ huge balls is that normal?

[astra]

The size of the balls might be quite normal as this is about their mating season (some areas a bit earlier, other areas about now etc)

Well, corn and cashews are better not be given. Among nuts, almonds and hazelnuts are best, walnuts are good, too. Srawbrres are fine. You could also give him apple slices (no apple seeds), banana pieces, avocado slices (flesh only, skin and pit are toxic), orange, grapefruit. If grapes - peel them, Even though adult squirrels know to peel them (they don't eat the skin), just in case, to be on the safe side - peel them for him.
Of course, for a couple of days this food should be ok (but you would not feed a squirrel like that long-term - this is just for future reference ;-), in case you end up with another squirrel or a baby squirrel, who knows ;-)).
If you would like to, you are welcome to read the Nutrition section.

Try giving him veggies: cucumber pieces, zucchini, squash, broccoli, lettuce, endive etc.

Just make sure he drinks and stays hydrated. hydration is even more important than food.

[astra]

I would like to respectfully suggest to hold off on Esbilac. They changed their recipe and recently Esbilac has been causing various problems with squirrels.

If you do end up with him long-term, you will need to read Nutrition section and most likely get a rodent block and/or Fox Valley formula (but if he is adult, he might not take to formula, although, some adults do, surprisingly).

But if someone ends up taking him, they will take care of that.

[Ratman]

Really? when did they change formulas? it has been the best thing for us squirrel lovers for years. Thats really sad to hear.


I would like to respectfully suggest to hold off on Esbilac. They changed their recipe and recently Esbilac has been causing various problems with squirrels.

If you do end up with him long-term, you will need to read Nutrition section and most likely get a rodent block and/or Fox Valley formula (but if he is adult, he might not take to formula, although, some adults do, surprisingly).

But if someone ends up taking him, they will take care of that.

[Mike668]

The size of the balls might be quite normal as this is about their mating season (some areas a bit earlier, other areas about now etc)

Well, corn and cashews are better not be given. Among nuts, almonds and hazelnuts are best, walnuts are good, too. Srawbrres are fine. You could also give him apple slices (no apple seeds), banana pieces, avocado slices (flesh only, skin and pit are toxic), orange, grapefruit. If grapes - peel them, Even though adult squirrels know to peel them (they don't eat the skin), just in case, to be on the safe side - peel them for him.
Of course, for a couple of days this food should be ok (but you would not feed a squirrel like that long-term - this is just for future reference ;-), in case you end up with another squirrel or a baby squirrel, who knows ;-)).
If you would like to, you are welcome to read the Nutrition section.

Try giving him veggies: cucumber pieces, zucchini, squash, broccoli, lettuce, endive etc.

Just make sure he drinks and stays hydrated. hydration is even more important than food.
thanx so much for the food advice! ill keep offering him all the water he will drink. via my water dropper syringe thingie.

[Mike668]

Definitely!
Also, e-mail Nancy - she will give you some phone numbers in Oregon who might be able to help you. Just try e-mailing her tonight.
Here is the video of the little fella! i just uploaded it to youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KL-3HsGzKs

[Mike668]

I would like to respectfully suggest to hold off on Esbilac. They changed their recipe and recently Esbilac has been causing various problems with squirrels.

If you do end up with him long-term, you will need to read Nutrition section and most likely get a rodent block and/or Fox Valley formula (but if he is adult, he might not take to formula, although, some adults do, surprisingly).

But if someone ends up taking him, they will take care of that.
you guys are awesome! im going to the store to get some things for George. thats his name! here is a video of George eating! im gunna try adding fruit to what im feeding him to help with the hydration.

[Ronda]

He is just beautiful, but I think he is really hurt and will need special care and attention. What a sweet demeanor he seems to have. His eyes are so bright and he is eating so well...please give him every chance! I :Love_Icon him!!

He is lying too quietly to not be really hurt

[SquirrelsinSingapore]

I am glad he does not mind you touching him. Maybe he likes you
While obviously on the other hand, he needs see vet, get x-ray done, and see what the doc got to say. Any thing that could help this guy get better...

From my point view, this definately one non-releasable. Perhaps you can get him to rehabbers or someone who would keep him as pet, since he get along fine with humans..

Bless your heart. :thankyou and :Welcome to TSB
Josh

[CritterMom]

He can eat Ensure - the nutrition drink for humans - they sell it in all drug and grocery stores. It is very high calorie and sweet, so they usually like it and it's good in a situation like this.

You can also give him infant ibuprophen. Get some INFANT formulation of ibuprophen (Motrin is one) - make sure it is the infant type - it's a liquid. He is a big boy - if you can get an accurate weight in grams if possible I can give a more accurate dose but on the low side, you can give him 0.12 cc of the infant motrin every 4 hours. That is based on a 1+ pound squirrel - he is probably biggers than that. It will help with any pain. When at the drug store, as the pharmacist for a couple of 1cc syringes, and use them to give hydration, food and meds instead of the eyedropper.

If you can make him a little nest in a smallish container out of old t-shirts or sweatshirts - fabric without loops that his nails won't get stuck in - but plenty of them so he can burrow down in them and get comfy, and put that container half on and half off of a heating pad set on low so he can seek the warmth if it feels good, both of those things will help until you can find some local assistance.

Thank you for helping him - so many would just walk by...

[Nancy in New York]

Mike I sent you an email with a name and number. Thank you for helping this little one. Good Luck with this baby....and again, you're the best to help him!:grouphug

[Nancy in New York]

Really? when did they change formulas? it has been the best thing for us squirrel lovers for years. Thats really sad to hear.

Here are two links explaining the esbilac issue.:thumbsup

http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20629


Just scroll down a little and they mention Esbilac
http://www.ewildagain.org/Milk%20Replacers/milk_replacer_update_may_2010.htm

[lilidukes]

:Welcome Mike668 I'm so glad that you and George have found us.:thumbsup

I will not tell you that you can't not care for George because with the right help you can.

George is in need of someone that can give constant care. He needs to be in a smaller(not tiny) cage to restrict his movements No Climbing. He needs X-rays/meds and you need advice from someone with spinal/pelvis/broken bones experience.

George will have to be kept clean and DRY. No easy feat.


I can see from the video that George wants to live so lets help him to recover as much as possible. Just because he may never be able to run the trees again does not make him a candidate for euthanasia.

A word of caution be careful of vets you do not know with wildlife. I do not know your state laws. You need a vet you trust or a rehabbers vet.

For now feed him ensure warmed up vanilla or pecan flavors work great. Cut veggies into smaller pieces. And he must be kept dry and clean. A bath may become necessary. Absorbent cotton materials and/or paper towels help.

:grouphug :grouphug for you both.

[astra]

what a precious little one! So glad you found him.
Have you tried the numbers Nancy gave you?... just looking for updates:)

[Rhapsody]

Awwwwwww :Love_Icon
How is the little fella doing this morning?

[wheezer]

You are doing a great job! I am glad George is eating so well. (I think you already checked here for good squirrel diets)
I live too far in Oregon )over 4 hours away) but I know there is a wildlife rehab place near Oregon City and Eugene you might check out. I will try to find their info and get back with you later (I wish I had it now!)
Best of Luck:grouphug :grouphug

[wheezer]

I also thought of the Audubon rehabilitation center in Portland
5151 Northwest Cornell Road
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 292-9453

[wheezer]

I found one in McMinnville 2001 Northeast Lafayette Ave 503-472-6184
and Salem Turtle Ridge 503-540-8664
the Audubon is pretty strick and may just want to euthanize, so maybe try the others first. It is possible George may heal and be able to walk again:)
:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

[Busysqrl]

I found one in McMinnville 2001 Northeast Lafayette Ave 503-472-6184
and Salem Turtle Ridge 503-540-8664
the Audubon is pretty strick and may just want to euthanize, so maybe try the others first. It is possible George may heal and be able to walk again:)
:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

Audubon in Portland WILL euthanize this squirrel. The fox squirrel is non-native to Oregon as is the eastern grey and their policy is to euthanize non-natives.

Most of the licensed rehab facilities in Oregon will only take native species.

George looks like a very sweet squirrel and could make a wonderful non-releasable pet :grouphug It's amazing how injured adult wild squirrels will take to captivity and actually love the attention. :grouphug

[astra]

if they (i.e., any wildlife organization) find that an animal requires too much help and his chances for recovery are slim (ie., recovery meaning his chances to be released in the wild), they WILL euthanize him.

If there is someone who could take him, maybe, there is a way to organize a train or something?...

[Busysqrl]

Mike, if you turn on your private message function on the board, I can PM you some information. Thanks :grouphug

[astra]

Mike, if you turn on your private message function on the board, I can PM you some information. Thanks :grouphug
i am not sure if he can use that yet, since he joined just yesterday... i think, now not all tools become readily available to new members... not sure, though...
... but that's why NIN posted her e-mail address for him...

[astra]

George looks like a very sweet squirrel and could make a wonderful non-releasable pet :grouphug It's amazing how injured adult wild squirrels will take to captivity and actually love the attention. :grouphug
:grouphug

[Busysqrl]

i am not sure if he can use that yet, since he joined just yesterday... i think, now not all tools become readily available to new members... not sure, though...
... but that's why NIN posted her e-mail address for him...

Thanks Astra! I didn't know newbies might not be able to use the PM function. I PM'd Nancy to see if he got the help he needed. :grouphug

[astra]

Thanks Astra! I didn't know newbies might not be able to use the PM function. I PM'd Nancy to see if he got the help he needed. :grouphug
NIN might not be able to check her PMs till much later today, as she was supposed to be gone for the whole day today...
...I think, Wheezer might be one of the possible references, but it looks like it didn't work out... hmmm...
maybe, you could post your e-mail for him to e-mail you?... if not,
I could post my e-mail and relate if I hear anything...

... just so hope something can work out - this little one is so sweet and so cooperative and wants to live....

[Busysqrl]

NIN might not be able to check her PMs till much later today, as she was supposed to be gone for the whole day today...
...I think, Wheezer might be one of the possible references, but it looks like it didn't work out... hmmm...
maybe, you could post your e-mail for him to e-mail you?... if not,
I could post my e-mail and relate if I hear anything...

... just so hope something can work out - this little one is so sweet and so cooperative and wants to live....

Yeah, I'm not too crazy about posting my e-mail on the open board, but I am willing to offer help in this case. If you're willing to post your e-mail, I'd be happy to go through you :grouphug otherwise, we need to hope that Mike will come back and try to connect. That little guy needs help soon.

[astra]

Hi Mike,

here is my e-mail address: ad_astra81@hotmail.com.
If you e-mail me with updates etc, I could forward your e-mail to Busysl and she could e-mail you some info that might be helpful

[Busysqrl]

Just checking back to see if any word from Mike :grouphug

[Nancy in New York]

Just looking for an update....hope all is going well, and that you were able to reach somebody that can help you out.:Love_Icon :grouphug :Love_Icon

[Mike668]

Just checking back to see if any word from Mike :grouphug hello squirrel People! George is doing a little better. the little guy has lots more energy today than yesterday. im still worried about his right leg and tail. still no movement in those! in the morning first thing im gunna call the number you guys gave me to call for help in Portland. the good news is that his left leg is healing very fast! im feeding him strawberry's apples and oranges. and lots of nuts and seeds. and im monitoring his food intake. he is eating lots. he is living in my bathtub because of last nights incident. when i was at the store buying George and my girlfriend some things. he climbed down my floor lenght comforter and decided to hide away underneath my bed. when i got home i was scared for George. i thought my cat had somehow managed to get into my bedroom. if that ever were to happen George would not live more than a few seconds. She is a stone cold KILLER! so i tore the place apart until i finally found him safe and sound. i went to the store today and got a water bottle. ive set it up duct taped to the bathtub eye level with George. im trying to get George to drink out of it by baiting it with peanut butter. Wish Me Luck People.

[lilidukes]

hello squirrel People! George is doing a little better. the little guy has lots more energy today than yesterday. im still worried about his right leg and tail. still no movement in those! in the morning first thing im gunna call the number you guys gave me to call for help in Portland. the good news is that his left leg is healing very fast! im feeding him strawberry's apples and oranges. and lots of nuts and seeds. and im monitoring his food intake. he is eating lots. he is living in my bathtub because of last nights incident. when i was at the store buying George and my girlfriend some things. he climbed down my floor lenght comforter and decided to hide away underneath my bed. when i got home i was scared for George. i thought my cat had somehow managed to get into my bedroom. if that ever were to happen George would not live more than a few seconds. She is a stone cold KILLER! so i tore the place apart until i finally found him safe and sound. i went to the store today and got a water bottle. ive set it up duct taped to the bathtub eye level with George. im trying to get George to drink out of it by baiting it with peanut butter. Wish Me Luck People.


A bath tub is very bad. Squirrels use a lot of internal energy to to help themselves heal. George needs a heat source to aid in his recovery and something soft to lay on. Cold porcelain:nono :nono :nono For water a small bowl will do or even a jar lid. Please refer to our nutrition section, he needs a diet high in calcium a lot of nuts and seeds will deplete his calcium reserves. This will lead to even more health issues.

I work with injured squirrels and would be very happy to assist you in any way I can or direct you to other TSB members with experience to help you and George.

My strongest best wishes for you both :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

[Jackie in Tampa]

please ck craigs list for a cage for george...small tight bar spacing is recommended...
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this is a great first cage...

and for $60 THIS IS A DEAL!!!!
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GOOD LUCK...PLEASE keep the cat and sq seperate...

Winky2 is in Poprtland...please contact her for help!:thumbsup

[Nancy in New York]

A bath tub is very bad. Squirrels use a lot of internal energy to to help themselves heal. George needs a heat source to aid in his recovery and something soft to lay on. Cold porcelain:nono :nono :nono For water a small bowl will do or even a jar lid. Please refer to our nutrition section, he needs a diet high in calcium a lot of nuts and seeds will deplete his calcium reserves. This will lead to even more health issues.

I work with injured squirrels and would be very happy to assist you in any way I can or direct you to other TSB members with experience to help you and George.

My strongest best wishes for you both :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug
:goodpost
I agree on the bath tub, oh, and please keep the toilet seat/cover down. Squirrels need lots of places to hide too, they love getting under tons of blankets, old flannel shirts, fleece whatever is soft, warm, and something that their nails don't get caught in.
Hopefully we can find somebody to help you out with your little one. There is a small window of opportunity sometimes with injuries where, if given the proper meds, they can make a full recovery.
Thank you again for taking this little one in, and helping her....there are just too many people that don't value their lives, and I am thankful that she found her way to you. :grouphug :grouphug
Yes George needs a heat source on low, and also a place to crawl off too if he gets too warm...:thumbsup So a heating pad without the automatic shut off would be ideal, and if you could put him in a cage put the heating pad under half of the cage and put the setting on low...:grouphug

[Busysqrl]

Nancy is very right, with these types of injuries, there are specific meds that if given in time can help significantly, but the window of time is very small. If the meds are given later, they do not have the same effect.

This will be a very long haul for this little one to get better and he may not recover fully. One of the big issues will be, are you prepared to care for this little guy for the rest of his life if he can't recover to be released? Squirrels in captivity can live up to 15 years if given proper diet and care. It's a HUGE commitment and a LOT of expense. You'd have medical issues that require vet care and in Portland, OR, that will be a hugs challenge if not impossible unless you know the right people. Then there's caging expense, proper diet, toys, bedding and so on. Just trying to give you some information on what a big deal it is to take on a squirrel like this. It's not at all like having a cat or dog.

We all stand ready to help you, just want you to know what you're up against and the challenges ahead for both you and George. If there's anything I can do for you, please let me know. Good luck with George and give him a kiss for me. :grouphug :grouphug

[Busysqrl]

A bath tub is very bad. Squirrels use a lot of internal energy to to help themselves heal. George needs a heat source to aid in his recovery and something soft to lay on. Cold porcelain:nono :nono :nono For water a small bowl will do or even a jar lid. Please refer to our nutrition section, he needs a diet high in calcium a lot of nuts and seeds will deplete his calcium reserves. This will lead to even more health issues.

I work with injured squirrels and would be very happy to assist you in any way I can or direct you to other TSB members with experience to help you and George.

My strongest best wishes for you both :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

I agree with Lil, a shallow bowl would be best for him at this point. A bottle would the most unnatural thing for him to drink from and you want to encourage him to drink. Once you get him drinking from a bowl, you can switch him over to a bottle if you prefer the bottle. I could never get either one of my squirrels to drink from a bottle. Both use little ceramic bowls :grouphug

[Mike668]

A bath tub is very bad. Squirrels use a lot of internal energy to to help themselves heal. George needs a heat source to aid in his recovery and something soft to lay on. Cold porcelain:nono :nono :nono For water a small bowl will do or even a jar lid. Please refer to our nutrition section, he needs a diet high in calcium a lot of nuts and seeds will deplete his calcium reserves. This will lead to even more health issues.

I work with injured squirrels and would be very happy to assist you in any way I can or direct you to other TSB members with experience to help you and George.

My strongest best wishes for you both :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug no worries George is been in the bathtub thats true! but i forgot to tell every one he is in a comfy cat bed lined with towels. i also have the heat in the bath room turned up high. so the little fella is nice and warm!
ive been feeding him nots and seeds as well as banana bits, apple slices(with out the seeds) and orange slices. feel free to pass along any advice that comes to mind thanx. i have a question. this is day 3 of my having the little guy and his tail and right leg is still not working. there bout all limp. does his leg need some kind of a splint?

[Mike668]

I agree with Lil, a shallow bowl would be best for him at this point. A bottle would the most unnatural thing for him to drink from and you want to encourage him to drink. Once you get him drinking from a bowl, you can switch him over to a bottle if you prefer the bottle. I could never get either one of my squirrels to drink from a bottle. Both use little ceramic bowls :grouphug
ive offered him a shallow bowl as well. every day ive put it into his kitty bed with him as well as fresh food. he has peed and pooped every day so far. i just havent seen him drink from the bowl. but i leave him to his peace and quiet because thats what i think he likes. i may not be seeing him drink. he could just be taking his water when im not stopping in to check on him. it still worries me.
Mike

[smoknbunny]

Hi - just signed on to let you know I sent you an e mail and to let you see my user profile so you know who I am. I sent you my number so please call if you would like me to try and help George.

[Busysqrl]

Thank you Smoknbunny! If anyone can help George, I know you can :grouphug

I just spoke with Mike and gave him some needed diet info, so he's off to the store for some healthy veggies for George. For right now, George is eating, peeing and pooping and he will also have a heating pad on low underneath half of his kitty carrier. I'm hoping for an update later tonight. If I get one, I'll post it.


Thank you Mike for helping sweet George :grouphug :grouphug

[Nancy in New York]

Thank you Smoknbunny! If anyone can help George, I know you can :grouphug

I just spoke with Mike and gave him some needed diet info, so he's off to the store for some healthy veggies for George. For right now, George is eating, peeing and pooping and he will also have a heating pad on low underneath half of his kitty carrier. I'm hoping for an update later tonight. If I get one, I'll post it.


Thank you Mike for helping sweet George :grouphug :grouphug

Wonderful update....glad that you got to speak to Mike and that George is doing well...:thumbsup
:Love_Icon

[lilidukes]

:thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup

[crazysquirrels]

You need to correct his food a bit. There is a section for healthy food. If he is eating I would rec. something with calcium and a rodent block. I use the blocks that one of the board members makes. But there are others out there for him to eat. Less fruit as it has a lot of sugar. More veggies and calcium.

[Busysqrl]

You need to correct his food a bit. There is a section for healthy food. If he is eating I would rec. something with calcium and a rodent block. I use the blocks that one of the board members makes. But there are others out there for him to eat. Less fruit as it has a lot of sugar. More veggies and calcium.

Yep, I talked to him about diet, so he's on the right path now :D :grouphug

[asweetdiversion]

Mike thank you so much for caring enough to give George all this love and affection; that little angel was so lucky you rescued him. I do hope and pray that you can get George the proper help he needs so that you can either learn how to help George rehabilitate into the wild again or... his long term care. Please keep us posted because everyone in here has a squirrel, or 60, that they love with all their heart and you will find that you will be no different from the rest of us here. To love a squirrel and receive the love from a little wild fuzzy-tail is infectious and never far from your heart. but to me Mike...It looks as though little George needs expert, medical attention and if you are worried about money I will help you with what I can send. It won't be much but sometimes ( and I have been there before ) the cost of caring for any animal is just outrageous. PM me once you have decided what route you need to take for George so I can try and help you a little bit if you need it. Peace be with you Mike and kisses and neck scratches to sweet little George.

[crazysquirrels]

Yep, I talked to him about diet, so he's on the right path now :D :grouphug
OH fantastic.:thumbsup

[Busysqrl]

George is going to be looked at in person at 7:00 tonight. If I don't hear anything tonight, I'll call Mike tomorrow and see what's up :grouphug

[winky2]

Hi there, I'm in the Portland area. You can PM me if you need anything.

[Nancy in New York]

Any word on how little George is doin? :dono

[Busysqrl]

I sent Mike an e-mail before I left for work today to see what transpired, but haven't heard back from him. I'll call him on my way home from work and see if I can get an update :grouphug

[Busysqrl]

I called Mike on my way home, but he was holding George. I asked for him to call me back. Then I talked to my contact who saw George last night. She said that George looks comfy and not terribly stressed or scared. Kinda looks like a little king laying on his bed. She took him a cage to use since he has a cat and dog and if he recovers to the extent he can crawl around when Mike's not there, he'll be protected by the confines of his cage. She gave George a shot of Dex and will probably go back in a day or two with another shot. It may be too late for the Dex to work, but it can't hurt. Mike will be be watching for signs of dehydration although my contact didn't think he was too dehydrated if at all. Mike is doing much better with the diet.

I believe another squirrel rehabber is going to take a look at George tonight to give her opinion and thoughts for care.

As soon as I hear from Mike, I'll post again :grouphug

[Nancy in New York]

I called Mike on my way home, but he was holding George. I asked for him to call me back. Then I talked to my contact who saw George last night. She said that George looks comfy and not terribly stressed or scared. Kinda looks like a little king laying on his bed. She took him a cage to use since he has a cat and dog and if he recovers to the extent he can crawl around when Mike's not there, he'll be protected by the confines of his cage. She gave George a shot of Dex and will probably go back in a day or two with another shot. It may be too late for the Dex to work, but it can't hurt. Mike will be be watching for signs of dehydration although my contact didn't think he was too dehydrated if at all. Mike is doing much better with the diet.

I believe another squirrel rehabber is going to take a look at George tonight to give her opinion and thoughts for care.

As soon as I hear from Mike, I'll post again :grouphug


Thanks for the update honey....this is good news.
Thank you too for all that you do!!!:Love_Icon

[astra]

Thanks for the update honey....this is good news.
Thank you too for all that you do!!!:Love_Icon
:thumbsup :thankyou :grouphug

[lilidukes]

:thumbsup Mike:alright.gif

Get well George :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

[Busysqrl]

OK, just talked to Mike. The other rehabber came by tonight and told him George was a little dehydrated. I didn't get to talk to him long, but I assume she told him how to work on that. She also showed him how to clean George to keep him from getting urine scald. I have a packet of stuff to get to him including some supplements that might help George, so I'll do that tomorrow. Mike said he thought George was doing a little better today than he did yesterday. Apparently George put his teeth on Mike's hand at one point, but didn't bite. Mike took that as George didn't like whatever Mike was doing. Mike seemed tickled that George didn't bite him but got his point across. It was pretty cute. He's being totally taken in by George, like we all do. Who can't love a little squirrel like that? I'll post as I hear more :grouphug

[lilidukes]

OK, just talked to Mike. The other rehabber came by tonight and told him George was a little dehydrated. I didn't get to talk to him long, but I assume she told him how to work on that. She also showed him how to clean George to keep him from getting urine scald. I have a packet of stuff to get to him including some supplements that might help George, so I'll do that tomorrow. Mike said he thought George was doing a little better today than he did yesterday. Apparently George put his teeth on Mike's hand at one point, but didn't bite. Mike took that as George didn't like whatever Mike was doing. Mike seemed tickled that George didn't bite him but got his point across. It was pretty cute. He's being totally taken in by George, like we all do. Who can't love a little squirrel like that? I'll post as I hear more :grouphug

:thankyou :thankyou Busy....I love a squirrel with attitude:grouphug

[Mike668]

OH fantastic.:thumbsup
I just wanted to let people know George is getting the best help i can give him. He is getting lots of love.Peace/Quiet/ tomatoes/strawberries/apple bits/ hazelnuts/zucchini/mushroomes. and slices of oranges. tomorrow im gunna try and cut out most of the fruit, and go with lots of veggies. Ive had 2 house calls from 2 wonderful Squirrel saints! who will remain anonymous. ide be lost without you guys! thanx so much! and thanx to the squirrel board. ive ben washing his but and balls to avoid urine scald. via a Squirrel saints advice. the little guy is dehydrated some so ive got to try and get the electric salt fluid in him. he gets a tiny bit better each day. today when i picked him up to do one of his tummy washes. he lightly bit my finger. not in anger or fear. more like well, i dont really know why he did it. but he did not hurt me. it seemed more like licking me. That was strange! wish me luck. its time to get out of bed and offer George fluids now.

Thank you All
Mike

[madtowntom]

I just wanted to let people know George is getting the best help i can give him. He is getting lots of love.Peace/Quiet/ tomatoes/strawberries/apple bits/ hazelnuts/zucchini/mushroomes. and slices of oranges. tomorrow im gunna try and cut out most of the fruit, and go with lots of veggies. Ive had 2 house calls from 2 wonderful Squirrel saints! who will remain anonymous. ide be lost without you guys! thanx so much! and thanx to the squirrel board. ive ben washing his but and balls to avoid urine scald. via a Squirrel saints advice. the little guy is dehydrated some so ive got to try and get the electric salt fluid in him. he gets a tiny bit better each day. today when i picked him up to do one of his tummy washes. he lightly bit my finger. not in anger or fear. more like well, i dont really know why he did it. but he did not hurt me. it seemed more like licking me. That was strange! wish me luck. its time to get out of bed and offer George fluids now.

Thank you All
Mike
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Thank you Mike for all your efforts to give this injured guy a chance to recuperate! Lot's of really knowledgeable and loving people on this Board and sounds like you have a couple of caring squirrel people in your area - take all the help you can get!

[Mike668]

OH fantastic.:thumbsup im just posting to let People know how George is doing. he has more energy to day than yesterday. fyi ive fed him 6 cc's of electrolyte fluid last night. Today he had about 3 cc'd of electrolyte. Plus another 3 of honey water. he took a liking to honey water almost right away. in a few minutes im gunna try to give him more. im thinking of combining the honey water with the electrolytes. i bet thats gunna work.
he still is willing to let me handle him as long as i move slowly. there's still little change in the lower body. i think the dex is helping him. im looking forward to the day his tail works. it breaks my heart to see the little guy in pain. his breathing looks a little fast. but im no expert. well thats about it
thanx to everyone

[2ndHandRanchRescue]

thanks Mike! It makes my heart soar when every day folks stop and take the time to help a little squirrel - healing thoughts com'n your way!:thankyou

[crazysquirrels]

Sound pretty good. Mine breath fast to and have a fast heart rate. Faster than me anyway. Keep up the great work.:thumbsup

[Mike668]

Mike thank you so much for caring enough to give George all this love and affection; that little angel was so lucky you rescued him. I do hope and pray that you can get George the proper help he needs so that you can either learn how to help George rehabilitate into the wild again or... his long term care. Please keep us posted because everyone in here has a squirrel, or 60, that they love with all their heart and you will find that you will be no different from the rest of us here. To love a squirrel and receive the love from a little wild fuzzy-tail is infectious and never far from your heart. but to me Mike...It looks as though little George needs expert, medical attention and if you are worried about money I will help you with what I can send. It won't be much but sometimes ( and I have been there before ) the cost of caring for any animal is just outrageous. PM me once you have decided what route you need to take for George so I can try and help you a little bit if you need it. Peace be with you Mike and kisses and neck scratches to sweet little George.
Thanx for your kind words and thoughts. i have people in town that are helping me with my little furry friend. people with rehab/ vet training. George is doing a little bit better each day. today he is more agile and stronger than he was yesterday. im learning about squirrel diet as well. today he got his first nut ball. filled with all the nutrient stuff he needs.to be healthy.
Ill keep you posted
Thanx Mike

[Mike668]

thanks Mike! It makes my heart soar when every day folks stop and take the time to help a little squirrel - healing thoughts com'n your way!:thankyou
your video is AWESOME! Thanx for all the work your doing on you farm! your a saint!

[Mike668]

your video is AWESOME! Thanx for all the work your doing on your farm! your a saint! The latest video update of George the Squirrel. today his tail has beN moving a bit! im excited about that!
http://youtu.be/dJRSD6fTK80?hd=1

[Ronda]

AWWW he looks really good, and his demeanor is still so very sweet, you guys are doing great with him!

I wonder if something like this would help with the urine scald..being absorbent and all... I have never used anything like this with dogs, but I thought I would toss the idea out...maybe with his injuries he would actually be ok wearing it and not tear if off,and would keep the salve on the sore area. What do others think?
http://www.pet-dog-cat-supply-store.com/shop/index.php?page=shop-flypage-45066#addtocartthing

George is blessed to have you guys!

[Pierre]

Awww.... He looks very sweet. :grouphug
He's lucky you found him and took him in! :Love_Icon

BTW, you know that those water bottles are meant to hang on the outside of the cage with the nozzle sticking in, yes? :) Then you wouldn't need the tape.

[Mike668]

Awww.... He looks very sweet. :grouphug
He's lucky you found him and took him in! :Love_Icon

BTW, you know that those water bottles are meant to hang on the outside of the cage with the nozzle sticking in, yes? :) Then you wouldn't need the tape.
i know about hanging the bottle on the outside of the cage. but my leg kept bumping it when i walked by scaring George. so i moved it the the inside. the doggy diapers are cute as hell. but the good part about Georges tummy fur falling out is it make his urine easy to clean off his little Squirrel body. the little red bumps are much better now. im happy to report.

[Mike668]

i know about hanging the bottle on the outside of the cage. but my leg kept bumping it when i walked by scaring George. so i moved it the the inside. the doggy diapers are cute as hell. but the good part about Georges tummy fur falling out is it make his urine easy to clean off his little Squirrel body. the little red bumps are much better now. im happy to report.
I just wanted to let everybody know George is doing Quite well. sometimes he is standing on his back legs to tear at the towel that i put over his cage at night! im excited for him! i think he is shedding his summer coat! it looks funny. he still lets me pet him, and handle him as well. 1,00000000 thank to all the squirrel board people for all the awesome help. :crazy

[Ronda]

Good news! Do you have any more pics or videos of him? I would love to see his sweet face again :Love_Icon