HELP NEEDED QUICK, DETROIT! Watch this and share

[Barbt]

See if you know anyone that can help Snaggle
http://youtu.be/8ybgqWHP90k

[momma2boo]

I wish he was down here in Florida ... I have just the vet who would take care of this nasty, ole tooth for Snaggle.

Praying for help to come his way .... quickly.

[allie]

Look in the forum for "List of Wildlife Rehabbers" (by state); there are several lists; I am sure you could find someone who can help Snaggle. I know Nature Girl has at lease one list.
:multi

Other 'great resource people are" Island Rehabber, Jackie in Tampa, Pierre, 4skwerlz, Rhapsody, and mugzeezma. All have invaluable advice to share here.

[mpetys]

Maybe repost this or have Admin change the title so that it says something like "Help Needed in Detroit Area". Just a thought. I saw Snaggles pics on your Facebook page and it just breaks my heart.

[Barbt]

I was told to repost this with a new title to see if I could get help for little Snaggle. He's strong right now and really needs help.

http://youtu.be/8ybgqWHP90k

[Jackie in Tampa]

sold...I want him...
can we trap him?
MY NRBF is in Memphis and will be coming home very soon...we must hurry and trap and transport..
I have vets and I have the ability to clip {for several years now} I keep a complete supply of meds always..
TSB will help me help Snaggle if needed...
BARB, I am serious as the Pope...
I take bites better than anyone you could ever know...
I even risk lip bites for a kisss.
I need this guy..
sqs are legal in florida and I have already had teeth pulled in a grey, this is easy peasy for JIT...
I know how to spell commitment and live with it everyday...
get Snaggle to Tampa...PLEASE!!!!!!!

[Jackie in Tampa]

Buy a hav a hart from home improvement store or feed store...
use peanut butter bait...
transfere him to a small cage with tight bar spacing...
OK...now we need a ride to memphis....
Fred will take over from there...he can clip til we get him to me...please...I need him:Love_Icon
PLEASE TSB...help drive him to Memphis....please please please!:grouphug
Freddie will bring him home..
I think freddie is leaving memphis this weekend, we need to hurry..
please...
tears and prayers....
thank you barb...please help me get him....
you can return the hava hart so as to spare the expense...

try try try...
can anyone help drive???
please

[Jackie in Tampa]

detroit to Tiny paws in Ohio... from TP to lynninin in southern Indiana,
:poke exoticanimal rescue are you around...baxied???
Atlanta Sq Girl, where are you now, are you traveling???tinfoil tinfoil tinfoil tinfoil tinfoil tinfoil
any volunteers to drive this guy to memphis?????

[island rehabber]

Maybe repost this or have Admin change the title so that it says something like "Help Needed in Detroit Area". Just a thought. I saw Snaggles pics on your Facebook page and it just breaks my heart.

done! I'll reach out to anyone I can find on my lists, too --

[Barbt]

Snags is sort of tame. A lot of times I can go right up to him depending on how he's feelling. He will come when called by me. I have never picked him up. When he was at his worst before he broke off the tooth last time he came and sat on my lap ( I really thought he was going to die that day). Right now he's sleeping on a branch right outside my office window with a belly full of peanuts and ice water. I would assume trapping him would be easy but how bad would he freak once in a cage? I don't want him to hurt himself. I would hate to see him go but if it ment he would live it would be worth it. I would have no idea how to get him to Tampa and do his breed of squirrels live in Florida? If you want to see more of him and the rest of the family go to their FB page Bandit Squirrel Thornton. BTW there's a viedo of him there you would LOVE!

[4skwerlz]

Let me know if $ is needed for gas, etc.

Praying hard.

TSB to the rescue.:thumbsup

[Jackie in Tampa]

Snags is sort of tame. A lot of times I can go right up to him depending on how he's feelling. He will come when called by me. I have never picked him up. When he was at his worst before he broke off the tooth last time he came and sat on my lap ( I really thought he was going to die that day). Right now he's sleeping on a branch right outside my office window with a belly full of peanuts and ice water. I would assume trapping him would be easy but how bad would he freak once in a cage? I don't want him to hurt himself. I would hate to see him go but if it ment he would live it would be worth it. I would have no idea how to get him to Tampa and do his breed of squirrels live in Florida? If you want to see more of him and the rest of the family go to their FB page Bandit Squirrel Thornton. BTW there's a viedo of him there you would LOVE!MY BF is in Memphis and heading home soon...I may can buy time if needed on that note, but tese men want to come home soon...
I have PMed several members that I can trust with his care..
either way this sq will never be returned to the wild...he in my opinion is not suited too with the mouth issues...Barb. I am solid when it comes to sqs...they are my world.
BF fred too...
we can give this guy all he needs, his choice indoor or out...I have large cages and a big heart...
I have Ohlala vets and a fridge full of anything a sq needs...
I am solid, just ask!tinfoil
My oldest kid, Rocky, has had tooth extractions and I clip teeth here on a few different sqs every three weeks...
I clip other members sqs also...I am his angel, I promise...
I have 9 years experience, although I am not licensed...who cares right, not me, not sqs and not Fl vets.... we are legal state...
no foxers here, but it is sanctuary for many NRs...we are Sq Central, home for any sq!
Snaggle pinched my heart already...I can do this if you can help...
I am sending PMs out as we speak, looking for volunteer drivers...
to memphis where fred is....
I have adult male wilds that will stay here forever...all sorts of sqs...teeth issue sqs, head traumas, amputtees....blind...I love sqs soooo much...I am in my 50s and know what I would be going into...
I have several threads ...ck out Sq Central...it's a perfect place to be if you are a sq....
FINGERS CROSSED for transportation help!!!!!!!!!!!!

[island rehabber]

Jackie is the perfect angel for Snaggles....we just need to get him there.
If you trap him, have a dark cloth or towel on hand and IMMEDIATELY throw it over the trap. Keep him covered! It will calm him. If you can get some Bach Rescue remedy (at any health food store or good pharmacy) put it in a plant misting bottle with water and mist him every 15 minutes or so.....this will also calm him.

[punkin'smama]

I can give gas money too.

[Milo's Mom]

I can help with Snaggle's transport if needed. He's got to get some help for that tooth NOW.

[Milo's Mom]

I just looked at a map. I am willing to drive to Toledo, Ohio, which is 8.5 hours one way from me to pick up Snaggle. I will be in Woodbridge, Virginia (outside of DC) on August 6, so I can get him as far south as Woodbridge, if someone can meet me there to take him on the next leg of his journey.
Depending on the timing, if he needs to spend a few days at my place he is very welcome.
If the situation requires it I know how to trim teeth (I do it every 2 weeks) and I've got an abundance of good healthy squirrel food on hand at all times.
Leave me know if my assistance is needed.

[astra]

:wave123 Just please don't give him to any wildlife centre and/or rehabbers unless it is someone proved from TSB.
Squirrels with such teeth are considered non-releasable and are put down.
Let's try and see if we can work something out through TSB.

[astra]

:thankyou :thankyou Just please don't give him to any wildlife centre and/or rehabbers unless it is someone proven from TSB.
Squirrels with such teeth are considered non-releasable and are put down.
Let's try and see if we can work something out through TSB.

[Milo's Mom]

I just posted this in the other thread, but wanted to make sure that it is seen, so I am also posting it here.

I just looked at a map. I am willing to drive as far as Toledo, Ohio, which is 8.5 hours one way (17 hrs r/t) from me to pick up Snaggle. I will be in Woodbridge, Virginia (outside of DC) on August 6, so I can get him as far south as Woodbridge, if someone can meet me there to take him on the next leg of his journey.
Depending on the timing, if he needs to spend a few days at my place he is very welcome.
If the situation requires it I know how to trim teeth (I do it every 2 weeks) and I've got an abundance of good healthy squirrel food on hand at all times.
Leave me know if my assistance is needed.

[Barbt]

I have a wedding to photograph on the 6th that I must bE at by 4pm on the 6th. I could be in Toledo with Snaggle at 2 on that day. With that being said that means I have to trap him that morning. What if he does not show up? Some days he does sleep in :)
Do I get him the day before and keep him in a cage? I am new to this whole thing. I really don't have any idea on what to do. He's just this cute little guy that showed up in my yard one day. (Infact I used to be afraid of squirrels)
I am so glad I found this site everyone is SO helpful!
I am so going to miss Snaggle BUT it will be worth it to keep him alive and healthy!

[Milo's Mom]

I think I better clarify...I have an appointment in Woodbridge, VA at 8am on August 6, so I am leaving my house at 5:30am.

If Snaggle's route is going to be thru me, I would need to pick him up no later than August 4. After I pick him up, I need to drive home, which is 8.5 hours, so most likely, I'll only be getting home on August 5 in the very early morning, then I will leave for VA very early in the morning on August 6.

Since I am a marathon driver (IR can vouch for me!!) I would do the round trip drive to Snaggle & back home in one day. However, if there are any members in Ohio that would be able to assist it would be greatly appreciated.

I know we have at least 2 members in Ohio.

Would I be out of line to suggest trying to trap him as soon as possible? When he is trapped I'll start driving...this way we know we've got him and I can clip his teeth/tooth and make sure he's well fed for a few days (however many days it is before 8/6 and his next hand off). Just thinking out loud since we've got some time constraints.

[momma2boo]

I don't mean to be the one who asks ... for fear of being stoned to death :dono but has anyone thought about having that nasty ole tooth removed and then giving him back his freedom to run in the trees and be what he has been used to being?

I think is it awesome how quickly everyone has jumped on board to get him to a forever home, but does he need a forever home or does he need that tooth removed and set free once he is healed? I just don't know that freedom would even be an option in Florida since that is not normal stomping grounds for his species.

Maybe I am talking out of place and if I am then I will shut up. I am simply trying to think things through and possibly give little Snaggle the best of both worlds .... no more nasty ole tooth and still have his freedom.

I am not trying to step on anyone's toes. I think TSB is amazing and I love how eager everyone is to help a critter in need. :Love_Icon

EDIT: MM ... maybe Snaggle could stay with you and have his tooth removed. Then once he is finished convalescing he can make use of that release pen you have. Just a thought.

[Milo's Mom]

Another possibility...Detroit is a little over 3 hours from SR&BT in Perry, Ohio. She is a great rehabber and does squirrels all the time. I know she works some crazy hours and she is jammed packed full of babies right now, but if Snaggle can make it to SR&BT, I can pick him up there...(I owe her a visit anyway). This would save me several hours of driving and it would get Snaggle into the hands of an awesome rehabber fast.

OF COURSE, THIS NEEDS TO BE DISCUSSED WITH SR&BT FIRST...I AM JUST SHARING MY THOUGHTS...

[CritterMom]

I would pick up a fair sized sturdy carrier - try to find something all wire so he can't chew out - and make sure the openings in the wire are too small to stick his head through. Fill it with a nice big piece of fleece or old t-shorts so he can root around and hide under them. I would trap him at least a day ahead of time - or two, so you make sure you get him. We will help you devise some soft, easily eaten food for him that he should like - heck, I will send some to you for him.

He will want a place to hide - even a small cardboard box in his carrier with some t-shirt pieces will work.

If you go to a health food store (many drug and grocery stores carry it now in their health food sections) you can buy some Bach's Rescue Remedy in a little glass spray bottle. It is an herbal calming agent that works topically. If you can spray a little on the bottoms of his feet he will calm down nicely in a few minutes. It is harmless and can be used as needed.

[Milo's Mom]

I don't mean to be the one who asks ... for fear of being stoned to death :dono but has anyone thought about having that nasty ole tooth removed and then giving him back his freedom to run in the trees and be what he has been used to being?

I think is it awesome how quickly everyone has jumped on board to get him to a forever home, but does he need a forever home or does he need that tooth removed and set free once he is healed? I just don't know that freedom would even be an option in Florida since that is not normal stomping grounds for his species.
That was my initial thought, but then...what's going on with the tooth that the "bad" tooth is supposed to be meeting? If he has the "bad" tooth removed will a new issue be introduced? Maybe?:dono



EDIT: MM ... maybe Snaggle could stay with you and have his tooth removed. Then once he is finished convalescing he can make use of that release pen you have. Just a thought.

That would be wonderful, EXCEPT for the fact that he is a Foxer and we do not have Foxer's in my area...well, there is one, but she's a Princess and she lives in a castle! :D

[Jackie in Tampa]

:peace guess I am out then...
Fred will be traveling home before the 6th...
I spoke with SR&BT...she;s out too, too busy.
Good luck little sq...
ty barb
a sq without a tooth should never be released as his lower or upper opposing tooth would continue to growtinfoil
this sq will be NR DEFINATELY!

[momma2boo]

I was only asking questions. Obviously if Snaggle is not going to be able to released then my original thought would be null and void.

I didn't want to cause trouble ... I was simply asking since I would hate to see a him loose his freedom if at all possible.

I am sorry ... my inquiry was in the squirrel's best interest. I will graciously bow out of this conversation.

[Milo's Mom]

I was only asking questions. Obviously if Snaggle is not going to be able to released then my original thought would be null and void.

I didn't want to cause trouble ... I was simply asking since I would hate to see a him loose his freedom if at all possible.

I am sorry ... my inquiry was in the squirrel's best interest. I will graciously bow out of this conversation.

No trouble M2B!! No reason to bow out either. His best interest is what we are ALL looking at.

I said it was my initial thought too, but then I had other thoughts & questions.

[Milo's Mom]

:peace guess I am out then...
Fred will be traveling home before the 6th...
I spoke with SR&BT...she;s out too, too busy.
Good luck little sq...
ty barb
a sq without a tooth should never be released as his lower or upper opposing tooth would continue to growtinfoil
this sq will be NR DEFINATELY!

I do not think anyone said any date specifically yet. It just been brainstorming to see if and how we could get him to you.

I only mentioned the 6th because that is the date that I will be in VA, which is closer to FL than my home and we have other members that are in VA, which might be able to get him further south.

[Ronda]

OMG what a sweet little guy....I am praying something can be done. I can help with a little cash if needed. I am in New Mexico...so no help with a train or anything :(
Breaks my heart...he has such a great personality that just jumps from the photos.... and they are beautiful photos Barbt

[Jackie in Tampa]

I do not think anyone said any date specifically yet. It just been brainstorming to see if and how we could get him to you.

I only mentioned the 6th because that is the date that I will be in VA, which is closer to FL than my home and we have other members that are in VA, which might be able to get him further south.
I justwant him to get help asap with a member so we KNOW he is safe and loved!
TY Betsy for being willing to drive ...ugh...all those miles...
you got sq soul woman!:bowdown
and the teeth clipping ability makes you twice as specail!!!!:Love_Icon

[Milo's Mom]

I justwant him to get help asap with a member so we KNOW he is safe and loved!
TY Betsy for being willing to drive ...ugh...all those miles...
you got sq soul woman!:bowdown
and the teeth clipping ability makes you twice as specail!!!!:Love_Icon


:thankyou :Love_Icon :grouphug

[mpetys]

I was only asking questions. Obviously if Snaggle is not going to be able to released then my original thought would be null and void.

I didn't want to cause trouble ... I was simply asking since I would hate to see a him loose his freedom if at all possible.

I am sorry ... my inquiry was in the squirrel's best interest. I will graciously bow out of this conversation.


M2B - no need to be sorry. :Love_Icon Asking questions is what brainstorming is all about. And by all of us brainstorming together, we can solve problems. Please know that if you ask the question there are probably others that have the same questions too!

[Milo's Mom]

M2B - no need to be sorry. :Love_Icon Asking questions is what brainstorming is all about. And by all of us brainstorming together, we can solve problems. Please know that if you ask the question there are probably others that have the same questions too!

:thumbsup Dang mpetys!!!...that's what I was trying to say but could not get the words to come together....it's to HOT to think!!!:D

[squirrelsrule&bunniestoo]

Another possibility...Detroit is a little over 3 hours from SR&BT in Perry, Ohio. She is a great rehabber and does squirrels all the time. I know she works some crazy hours and she is jammed packed full of babies right now, but if Snaggle can make it to SR&BT, I can pick him up there...(I owe her a visit anyway). This would save me several hours of driving and it would get Snaggle into the hands of an awesome rehabber fast.

OF COURSE, THIS NEEDS TO BE DISCUSSED WITH SR&BT FIRST...I AM JUST SHARING MY THOUGHTS...

If you come to get her from me and someone brings her to me, I can babysit the squirrel for a little while here. How old is the squirrel? I can trim teeth. I don't really have vet care available and wouldn't be able to get anyone to remove teeth for me. I think if you remove any teeth, you will make the squirrel nonreleaseable anyways. I definitely can NOT take on any more nonreleaseables right now.

I do currently have a squirrel with pox, though :shakehead. This is my first poxy squirrel and I am working on setting him up his own private room to make sure no other squirrels end up with pox.

[Jackie in Tampa]

momma2boo...WE all want what's best:Love_Icon
...we are all for one... and all about sqs!:alright.gif
:Love_Icon
sorry if offense was taken.

My heart is breaking for Snaggles:shakehead
If Betsy can get him and clip, that would help him eat and get some weight back on him...poor guy.
I will go with whatever you guys think best...:Love_Icon

[momma2boo]

momma2boo...WE all want what's best:Love_Icon
...we are all for one... and all about sqs!:alright.gif
:Love_Icon
sorry if offense was taken.

My heart is breaking for Snaggles:shakehead
If Betsy can get him and clip, that would help him eat and get some weight back on him...poor guy.
I will go with whatever you guys think best...:Love_Icon

Thanks JIT. I thought you were upset by my questions. I didn't want to rock the boat but my mind was twirling with the thought of this little guy first being trapped (= stress) then traveling (=stress) then being captive in a strange place (= stress) ... I guess I was hoping for a perfect world where he could have everything he needed AND wanted. I meant no disrespect.

[Milo's Mom]

Ok...we might have something here...temporary, but it will rectify the emergency...

Barbt - Could you catch Snaggle and get him to SR&BT in Perry Ohio...it's a little more than 3 hours from Detroit?
If you can, she is willing to babysit for a little and she can clip his teeth/tooth. I will drive to SR&BT's place and get Snaggle and keep him here with me and keep him clipped as needed until we can figure out how to get him to FL with JIT.

It's not the best solution as there are still some unknowns, but it gets the little guy on the road to a better life and will remedy that darn tooth until we can get him to JIT & her vet.

This is ONLY if the Rehabbers think and agree that this is the best course of action.

[Jackie in Tampa]

Thanks JIT. I thought you were upset by my questions. I didn't want to rock the boat but my mind was twirling with the thought of this little guy first being trapped (= stress) then traveling (=stress) then being captive in a strange place (= stress) ... I guess I was hoping for a perfect world where he could have everything he needed AND wanted. I meant no disrespect.of course you didn't, I know that ...me too, my heart was pounding...just like yours!
Stress is scarey...but without it, he will die.
Spoke with son in Memphis...they maybe leaving this weekend, or maybe staying another week...contract this contract that yada ...but Fred is very capable of anything we need him to do.
He needs to eat NOW...as in yesterday...
he is stressed already, look at his mangey appearance...and weight loss...he gonna go down fast...he needs help...crushed nuts would be a blessing right now. Peanut butter too...almond butter...
sending good vibes to Snaggles...
We are Squirrel Nation/Team TSB and must help him!!!!!
Barb you are awesome...TY:Love_Icon

[Barbt]

I'm confused now. If the tooth is removed Snaggle can't be released into the wild? If that's the case why not? I know so little about squirrels. I want to do whats best for him, and if there is any way for him to stay in the wild I know he would like that. By the way he is eating. I am giving him food he has put on weight, he look better than he has in weeks, it's just the tooth has started growing again. He gets nuts, peanut butter, dried fruit, and ensure. If I could catch him I could get him to Ohio on the 25th or 28th. I'm just real unsure on what/how to do this and would need help from all of you with it.

[Milo's Mom]

I'm confused now. If the tooth is removed Snaggle can't be released into the wild? If that's the case why not? I know so little about squirrels. I want to do whats best for him, and if there is any way for him to stay in the wild I know he would like that.

In order to keep their teeth at the proper length squirrels top teeth and bottom teeth must meet (like ours do) and then they are able to keep them ground down by grinding them together and by using them to chew on things to grind them down.

If you remove one of the bottom teeth, then that tooths corresponding tooth on top will have nothing to grind and will also grow to be too long and the same issue will occur again.

However, I am curious as to why it only appears to be one tooth. What is going on with the corresponding tooth? Is it missing? Which would explain the issue he is having now. Does he have a cross bite? If so, there should be another tooth that is too long on the opposite side and on top.

Squirrels use their teeth for protection as well as eating. They also use their teeth in building their nests (chewing/cutting branches). I think the question about the corresponding tooth needs to be discussed before it can be said with certainty whether or not he can be released with one less tooth. BUT, HE NEEDS TO HAVE THAT TOOTH CUT NOW OR RELEASE WILL NOT EVEN BE A TOPIC FOR DISCUSSION.

[CritterMom]

I'm confused now. If the tooth is removed Snaggle can't be released into the wild? If that's the case why not? I know so little about squirrels. I want to do whats best for him, and if there is any way for him to stay in the wild I know he would like that. By the way he is eating. I am giving him food he has put on weight, he look better than he has in weeks, it's just the tooth has started growing again. He gets nuts, peanut butter, dried fruit, and ensure.


:thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup to the ensure. That will help tremendously.

[Jackie in Tampa]

this type maloclusion will never fix itself...
if extraction is done...the opposing tooth will continue to grow and would need to be clipped every 3 weeks for life...if both the upper and lower matching teeth are extracted...chances are the other teeth will shift and we are back to square one with new teeth issues..
IMO...my honest opinion...this sq needs to be captive forever. That may sound sad to you, but there are a few of us who make sqs their life...I seldom leave home...I am a sq caregiver...a sanctuary for the ones that cannot be free...
very few peeps can take this type situation on... vet care is needed, good diet, proper housing...etc...
most do not want to get bit,.
wild sqs will sometimes get very happy in captivity...
good nutrition makes for a happy sq...outta cage time etc...
I have a house full of adults that I have taken in...everyone is great and love life.
It is not jail, it's a posh retreat!
the other option is to watch him pass...
he may get lucky and break that tooth, but then he may not...
and he is facing that scene every month forever...if he can get rid of that snaggle tooth.
hope this helps, I am not good with words.
EDIT....and a slow typer...Betsy is much faster!

[Barbt]

In order to keep their teeth at the proper length squirrels top teeth and bottom teeth must meet (like ours do) and then they are able to keep them ground down by grinding them together and by using them to chew on things to grind them down.

If you remove one of the bottom teeth, then that tooths corresponding tooth on top will have nothing to grind and will also grow to be too long and the same issue will occur again.

However, I am curious as to why it only appears to be one tooth. What is going on with the corresponding tooth? Is it missing? Which would explain the issue he is having now. Does he have a cross bite? If so, there should be another tooth that is too long on the opposite side and on top.

Squirrels use their teeth for protection as well as eating. They also use their teeth in building their nests (chewing/cutting branches). I think the question about the corresponding tooth needs to be discussed before it can be said with certainty whether or not he can be released with one less tooth. BUT, HE NEEDS TO HAVE THAT TOOTH CUT NOW OR RELEASE WILL NOT EVEN BE A TOPIC FOR DISCUSSION.
I can't really tell, his teeth are really messed up, that's why he got the name Snaggle in the 1st place.

[Jackie in Tampa]

sometimes a fall or a car hit will cause damage that heals ill.
hence the maloclusion.

[Barbt]

this type maloclusion will never fix itself...
if extraction is done...the opposing tooth will continue to grow and would need to be clipped every 3 weeks for life...if both the upper and lower matching teeth are extracted...chances are the other teeth will shift and we are back to square one with new teeth issues..
IMO...my honest opinion...this sq needs to be captive forever. That may sound sad to you, but there are a few of us who make sqs their life...I seldom leave home...I am a sq caregiver...a sanctuary for the ones that cannot be free...
very few peeps can take this type situation on... vet care is needed, good diet, proper housing...etc...
most do not want to get bit,.
wild sqs will sometimes get very happy in captivity...
good nutrition makes for a happy sq...outta cage time etc...
I have a house full of adults that I have taken in...everyone is great and love life.
It is not jail, it's a posh retreat!
the other option is to watch him pass...
he may get lucky and break that tooth, but then he may not...
and he is facing that scene every month forever...if he can get rid of that snaggle tooth.
hope this helps, I am not good with words.
EDIT....and a slow typer...Betsy is much faster!
That makes me feel better. If I can catch him I could get him to Ohio on the 25th or 28th. I'm just real unsure on what/how to do this and would need help from all of you with it.
Who would have thought fixing up a 3 legged squirrel would be so much less work. Now I wonder who's gonna show up in my yard next.

[Jackie in Tampa]

That makes me feel better. If I can catch him I could get him to Ohio on the 25th or 28th. I'm just real unsure on what/how to do this and would need help from all of you with it.
Who would have thought fixing up a 3 legged squirrel would be so much less work. Now I wonder who's gonna show up in my yard next.
my freddie always says...
they find US because they know:Love_Icon
he found you for that reason...:Love_Icon
Tiny Paws said she can help also...she has a vet that does teeth.
Of course SRBT is the bomb too!
Thank you barb for finding him help...let's hope we can help.

[Milo's Mom]

my freddie always says...
they find US because they know:Love_Icon
he found you for that reason...:Love_Icon
Tiny Paws said she can help also...she has a vet that does teeth.
Of course SRBT is the bomb too!
Thank you barb for finding him help...let's hope we can help.

Isn't TP in Ohio?

[Jackie in Tampa]

Isn't TP in Ohio?yep...ohio.
I have a call out to a sq friend in south south indiana...and then another call to some one in tenn....FRED has no access to a car, but is in memphis...
heading home either this weekend or the next...
hey, I am for where ever he can get help asap.
I will give him forever if that is what works out...
but just want him to be safe where ever...
TSB will find a way to get this sq safe if at all possible...someone is always willing!!!!:alright.gif
:grouphug snaggles, barb:grouphug

[squirrelsrule&bunniestoo]

TP is in Southern Ohio, probably much further from Detroit than me, but probably more in line with a direct route to Florida.

The 25th works for me, I have the day off work :wahoo. Wednesday and Thursday I work, so the 28th will work, but I need a time so I can plan my sleep schedule :). I work 8 PM to 3 AM Wednesday through Friday then 8-4 on the weekends, so it will have to be before 7 PM if you don't come on the 25th or 26th.

[island rehabber]

To avoid confusion, I've merged the 2 threads about Snaggle. I think we've got half the train in place --- come on, VA to FL peoples!!! :thumbsup:thumbsup

[Barbt]

TP is in Southern Ohio, probably much further from Detroit than me, but probably more in line with a direct route to Florida.

The 25th works for me, I have the day off work :wahoo. Wednesday and Thursday I work, so the 28th will work, but I need a time so I can plan my sleep schedule :). I work 8 PM to 3 AM Wednesday through Friday then 8-4 on the weekends, so it will have to be before 7 PM if you don't come on the 25th or 26th.
Where in Ohio are we talking?

[momma2boo]

I will have hubby take a picture of Tipsy's teeth but from how it looks to me she only has one upper tooth and both her bottom teeth seem to be fine. She once had a malloclusion with regular teeth trimming a necessity. She hasn't been trimmed since she left Anne's almost 3 months ago. Her teeth aren't any longer than Meggie's. I am not totally convinced that a squirrel with teeth problems will always have problems. I know some will, but what gives with Tipsy then? We've not done anything out of the ordinary for her teeth. There has been no medical intervention. I don't know ... it makes me scratch my head :thinking . I'd love to hear what a vet like Dr. Emerson would say about Snaggle's mouth.

Has anyone seen a tooth problem correct itself, with or without medical intervention?

[TinyPaws]

Who's planning to pick him up from Ohio? I can house him here with me if dates are a problem from Ohio to Florida...If his teeth need trimming between travel dates, I can always take him to my vet along with Tiffy..

[Milo's Mom]

I have not seen, but I've been told that young squirrels with a malocclusion may "fix" themselves after a trimming or two. However, I think that Tipsy & Snaggle are not within the "young" stage anymore.

[momma2boo]

I have not seen, but I've been told that young squirrels with a malocclusion may "fix" themselves after a trimming or two. However, I think that Tipsy & Snaggle are not within the "young" stage anymore.

Very, very strange. Tipsy is over 2 years old. I will hold Tipsy's mouth open and have Joe take a picture of her teeth. This way you can see what I am talking about.

[lilidukes]

If we get Snaggles down our way I'm sure we could offer up a leg of his journey. Just let me know:grouphug

[Milo's Mom]

Who's planning to pick him up from Ohio? I can house him here with me if dates are a problem from Ohio to Florida...If his teeth need trimming between travel dates, I can always take him to my vet along with Tiffy..

I have offered to pick him up in Ohio, either Toledo or at SR&BT's house (SR&BT's is my preference, but I will go as far as Toledo) to bring him back home with me and then take him to Virginia with me on August 6 for someone else to pick him up. The someone else has not yet volunteered.

I believe we are trying to determine where in Ohio you are located, so it can be determined if there is someone able and willing to get him from you and further south towards FL. (see barbt's post above)

[4skwerlz]

Julie does have a point. What if Snaggle could get a tooth trim and assessment somewhere semi-locally? Then at least he'd be able to eat, while we work out the logistics of transfer. Poor lil' tyke. :grouphug

[Milo's Mom]

If we get Snaggles down our way I'm sure we could offer up a leg of his journey. Just let me know:grouphug

How far north and how far south are you willing and able to travel?

[lilidukes]

How far north and how far south are you willing and able to travel?
Not sure until I talk to my travel agent(Kit). I will speak to Tara and Lulu2010 between all of us here in SC I'm sure we can get him down towards Savannah or possibly Jacksonville. I will check with Tara about how far north she might go.

[jbtartell]

I have had to trap one of my releases a yr later because he was hurt. I trapped him 3 days before his appt at the vet. for the same reason, he was unpredictable on when he would show up. he did not like it but I kept his cage covered and threw in food that would fit between the bars. if you keep him in a quiet room he can be uncovered in the day time unless he is aggitated.. but tell your self it is for the best for him.. you can throw him nuts stuff you know he will like to eat.. it will be ok for the time he is with you. just do not put your hand to close..lol he will bite and it will hurt.. I know from experiance lots of it..hehehe good luck..mjs

[TinyPaws]

I have offered to pick him up in Ohio, either Toledo or at SR&BT's house (SR&BT's is my preference, but I will go as far as Toledo) to bring him back home with me and then take him to Virginia with me on August 6 for someone else to pick him up. The someone else has not yet volunteered.

I believe we are trying to determine where in Ohio you are located, so it can be determined if there is someone able and willing to get him from you and further south towards FL. (see barbt's post above)


I'm quite far from Toledo..I'm near Dayton...

[Barbt]

I'm quite far from Toledo..I'm near Dayton...
I can take him to Dayton but it would have to be before the 6th because I have that wedding to photograph. Who would he be going to in Dayton? Could he stay with them for a few days? I'm thinking more like the 3rd would work for me.

[jbtartell]

wow you guys are great!

[Tara]

Hey! I may be able to help. I'll need a day or so to sort it all out and speak with E. I should at least be able to get to Georgia, possibly further. Anyone near there that could continue the train?
If not, I can see what we can do... :)
I'll try to check back tomorrow or Saturday when I have more info. :D

[Lulu2010]

Just checked my pm from Lilidukes. Sorry if I'm late, it's been hectic today. I can help if needed. I'm in Summerville SC. I'm a few hours away from Lilidukes. Let me know. I am only available either at night or on weekends. Thanks!
Praying for Snaggles! :grouphug

[TinyPaws]

He can stay here until another ride can be found to get him to Jackie...Any day for me is good..and the earlier in the day the better...My car's airconditioner is not working at the moment and we are having a massive heat wave here, as alot of the US is under..Today it reached 110 degrees heat index..

I'm on disability so like JIT, I'm home all the time except doctor and vet appointments and food and animal stuff shopping....

[Ellymae]

If someone can get him to Tallahassee, I am going down to TPA/St Pete area next Tuesday. Will be happy to take him along. I also have two NR's due to malocclusion and have to trim teeth every two weeks.

Let me know if I can help in any way.

Elly

[Ellymae]

Hey! I may be able to help. I'll need a day or so to sort it all out and speak with E. I should at least be able to get to Georgia, possibly further. Anyone near there that could continue the train?
If not, I can see what we can do... :)
I'll try to check back tomorrow or Saturday when I have more info. :D

If someone can get him to Tallahassee, I am going down to TPA/St Pete area next Tuesday. Will be happy to take him along. I also have two NR's due to malocclusion and have to trim teeth every two weeks.

Let me know if I can help in any way.

Elly

[squirrelsrule&bunniestoo]

Where in Ohio are we talking?

I am in Northeast Ohio, about 3 and a half hours from Detroit.

[Milo's Mom]

I can take him to Dayton but it would have to be before the 6th because I have that wedding to photograph. Who would he be going to in Dayton? Could he stay with them for a few days? I'm thinking more like the 3rd would work for me.

Barbt, if you can take him to Dayton, he'd be going to TinyPaws. She also has access to a VET!!! And the vet has TOOTH experience!!! Depending on what the vet has to say about his teeth...he may not even need to leave the state!!

We are starting to get somewhere!! Com'on TeamTSB!!!:multi :multi :multi

[TinyPaws]

As much as I'd love to keep him, I am not able to do so..Dylan, my grey, has free range inside the house and would raise a hissy fit, and he's no fun what so ever when he takes attitude with me over minor things like petting my dog...I don't mind holding him here while travel arrangements are being made for him to go to Jackie, but I can not give him a forever home...Jackie is able to give him the care he needs....

[Barbt]

I can take Snaggs where he needs to go in Ohio on the 25th, the 28th, 2nd or 3rd depending on what works for everyone AND if I can catch him.
I will need link(s) to what I need to buy (hope to rent or it's cheap) to trap and transport. Then how do I get him from the trap to the cage? I worry Bandit or one of the other guys will get in the trap and not Snaggs. Trying to figure that one out. My 16yr old son who btw thinks I'm crazy will help me make the drive. My husband just shakes his head. I hope to catch him a day or two before I plan to head out and keep the cage in my office so I'm sure I have him. Tips on what to do then would be a big help as weill.

[Barbt]

Update on Snaggle as of this morning it looks like a bit of the tooth has broken off again!!! He's enjoying peanuts, walnuts and pecans under his favorite tree with Bandit out in the front yard. :crazy

[Jackie in Tampa]

thank goodness..... this may allow more time to better arrangments.
can you get new pics barb?

I still do not have a confirmed date from Freddie when he is leaving, ugh.

still hoping things/plans fall into place better before moving forward with his trapping....
are we still thinking trapping...??

I know the public misses out on PMed details...and I am in the dark as to what has been decided as well...
I am all for whatever is best..BUT DOING something!!:Love_Icon

with that said...I will wait for notification if he is coming to Tampa...or memphis...

Thank you to those that realize he needs help and for wanting to do all possible.
I'll be lurking.:)

[Barbt]

I'm heading out the door for a photo shoot but i will snap one or two on my way and post them later today. It's iffy if I cna get one showing the tooth we will see.

[SquirrelNut]

Although, I know how fabulous the people are on this Board; it never ceases to amaze me how they become even MORE fabulous in their love of SQUIRRELS!:grouphug

Thank-you everyone for all you do in the name of SQUIRRELS!

[Barbt]

Ok here's what Snaggle looks like today. yes the tooth is long but he broke off part of it. He's eating well as you can see he has lots of walnuts in his mouth. He has put on a lot of weight. Just like I had to with Bandit while he was getting better I sit outside and keep the other guys away while Snaggs eats because it takes him a LONG time to get enough food.

[island rehabber]

That boy SO needs to be rescued before that tooth punctures his mouth and causes infection....I'm geographically unable to help but I've got gas money & I know how to send it!! Let's go, TSB southerners!! :poke :):):)

[momma2boo]

Unfortunately, it does not look as though that tooth broke off enough to warrant a collective sigh of relief. He is still going to need that tooth trimmed in a timely manner. I would still love to have a vet take a look inside his mouth to evaluate what is going on. Either way Snaggy needs a trim.

[Barbt]

It casued infection before and I gave him some of my dogs meds and got it better but I really don't want to do that again because I was lucky on the amount I gave him. That's what saved him last time.

[grinn75]

I can help with transport within Florida if he is coming to Tampa. Or I can send gas money. I'll keep an eye on this thread to know what happens and when this train will be leaving the station. :D

[Ellymae]

He is such a handsome boy! I hope we can help him get to Miss Jackie in TPA. The best I can do is pick him up in Thomasville, GA if someone could get him that far, then I could take him the rest of the way to Jackie.

I will be leaving on Tuesday, July 25th, to head that way.

Elly

[Milo's Mom]

Not sure where we are on "arrangements" for the Snaggle Train, but I wanted to leave you all know what my schedule looks like in case he ends up coming this way. Honestly, though, I think it is looking better and better that he may be headed in a more so direct route through TinyPaws and then southward.
But just in case that does not work out and he needs to "spend some time" somewhere...I am available on the following days:
Sunday, July 24
Monday, July 25
Wednesday, July 27
Thursday, July 28
Sunday, July 31
Monday, August 1
Wednesday, August 3
Thursday, August 4
Friday, August 5 (I MUST BE HOME BY 9PM AT THE LATEST ON THIS DAY)

If it is ABSOLUTELY necessary, I can free up my Tuesday's (July 26 & August 2), but I would need to know as soon as possible.

[Jackie in Tampa]

http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=28551
barb...to help when the time comes

[Jackie in Tampa]

He is such a handsome boy! I hope we can help him get to Miss Jackie in TPA. The best I can do is pick him up in Thomasville, GA if someone could get him that far, then I could take him the rest of the way to Jackie.

I will be leaving on Tuesday, July 25th, to head that way.

Elly
elly..tueday the 25th you will be heading to TV? from Tall?
making mental notes{ but on paper}:)
TY....

[Jackie in Tampa]

I would still love to have a vet take a look inside his mouth to evaluate what is going on.
:thinking so you are getting Snaggles?
:thumbsup cool!

[Milo's Mom]

:thinking so you are getting Snaggles?
:thumbsup cool!

No, M2B was just saying that she is interested in knowing what a vet has to say about what is going on in his mouth. Barbt posted this morning that it appears that Snaggles broke off part of the long tooth and she also posted some new pics of him today.

[Jackie in Tampa]

looking at pics...I see scaring next to his nose/mouth...
the lowers are way too long...
like IR said...they will go thru the roof of his mouth...into the sinus cavity and as before, he will get a ravaging infection...
hope we can contain him before that happens again...
aslo would want you to have SQ FRIENDLY MEDS and the right dose...

{ dog meds:eek: }
good to know you help keep the others away so he can eat quietly:)

[Jackie in Tampa]

No, M2B was just saying that she is interested in knowing what a vet has to say about what is going on in his mouth. Barbt posted this morning that it appears that Snaggles broke off part of the long tooth and she also posted some new pics of him today.
got ya...well he has to go to a vet for extraction/Xrays whatever...I can't pull teeth...:rotfl
I think that's been the plans all along...vet care and a safe place to live!
I feel so bad for these guys...wilds:Love_Icon

[TinyPaws]

Where are we as of now? When will the trapping begin? His teeth look awful and I know he must be feeling pain...The most important thing at this time is to get him trapped..All the plans for travel will fall into place once that is done..His needs can't wait..

[Barbt]

Where are we as of now? When will the trapping begin? His teeth look awful and I know he must be feeling pain...The most important thing at this time is to get him trapped..All the plans for travel will fall into place once that is done..His needs can't wait..
Ok I have never trapped one of these guys so give me step by step and how do I transport him in the car?? Then where do I take him. I really want catch Snags this Sunday the 24th and move him Monday the 25th. I have nothing to do this with and have to work part of Saturday. I hope the trap and cage is not a ton of $$ and someone knows where I can get it. I would have to get it in the next 24 hours. If I can't I could not take him till the 28th.

[Ellymae]

elly..tueday the 25th you will be heading to TV? from Tall?
making mental notes{ but on paper}:)
TY....


Yes maam, you want to come visit??? I will send you a PM.:)

Elly

[Jackie in Tampa]

Yes maam, you want to come visit??? I will send you a PM.:)

Elly:thumbsup

[astra]

gosh, so wish I were close... would drive whenever and wherever... hopefully, Barbt can successfully trap the poor little one...:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[TinyPaws]

I don't know what stores you have by you, but if you have an Ace Hardware, they sell them for around $20.00

I don't know your countys policy, but here we can borrow these traps from animal control if you tell them you want to catch ferrel cats...

[Barbt]

I don't know what stores you have by you, but if you have an Ace Hardware, they sell them for around $20.00

I don't know your countys policy, but here we can borrow these traps from animal control if you tell them you want to catch ferrel cats...

So after I trap him how do I move him to a cage and what kind of cage do I get or can I keep him in the trap if I am going to transport him in less than 24 hours?
Plus is it hard to trap a squirrel?

[Twi_prime]

Ok I have never trapped one of these guys so give me step by step and how do I transport him in the car?? Then where do I take him. I really want catch Snags this Sunday the 24th and move him Monday the 25th. I have nothing to do this with and have to work part of Saturday. I hope the trap and cage is not a ton of $$ and someone knows where I can get it. I would have to get it in the next 24 hours. If I can't I could not take him till the 28th.

Barb, maybe someone has mentioned this possibility regarding traps, but I'll post it just in case...

Back in Phoenix, there was at least one feed and pet store that would rent hav-a-heart traps out. They did require the cost of the trap as a deposit
(80$ for about a 4 foot long[?] trap in that case). The deposit was refundable and the rent a few years ago amounted to 5$ for the first day and 1$ for each additional, or something like that. Maybe there's something like that in your area. If you're looking to buy one, I know the tractor supply in my town has them for sale. You might be able to borrow one from a vet or a spay/neuter clinic. You could tell them you're trying trap a feral cat for spay and release. When you bring the trap back but don't have a cat for spaying, maybe you just haven't seen that darn cat anymore. :dono

Good luck. :)

[Twi_prime]

I don't know what stores you have by you, but if you have an Ace Hardware, they sell them for around $20.00

I don't know your countys policy, but here we can borrow these traps from animal control if you tell them you want to catch ferrel cats...

Ah, sorry, I posted my schpiel before I got to your post. Wow, 20$? Is that to purchase? How large is that trap, may I ask? Wonder if I could get one at our Ace for future use. :)

[squirrelsrule&bunniestoo]

I got my trap from DIY and it was $50.

[TinyPaws]

I think this link is correct..

Just checked it out and it works great..it will take you to all the havaheart traps Ace Hardware sell....I was off by a few dollars...

http://www.acehardware.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=1260255&cp=2568444.2598676

[SammysMom]

Maybe I am crazy (actually there's no maybe about it:D ) , but if the squirrel is very friendly and used to being fed, would trapping it in a cage be possible? Many times with kittens I used a smallish cage and just put the food inside and sat with it. When the kitten entered the cage to eat I closed and latched the door. I like the process as it takes the whole transferring from trap to cage out of play.
Anyone else ever done this with a squirrel? If not, what is different about it than with a kitten outside of the obvious speed an agility issue?:dono

[Barbt]

I don't know if I could get Snaggle in a cage. When I set out a new water bowl he freaks and it takes time for him to get used to it. It's not like I can pick him up. The only time I could pick him up was when he was very sick and was almost dead. Thats when I gave him some of my dogs meds. I'm not even sure how I'm going to get him in a trap.
Right now he's in the yard trying something new trying to break off the tooth!
I took half a walnut shell and put a dab of squirrel crack (aka peanut butter) in the bottom and he's going nuts tring to get it out. He's got that tooth in there just nawing away because it's the only one long enough to get the job done. With any luck it just might do the trick and by us some time.
I have to go do another photo shoot now and if he's in the yard when I get back I will check it out and report back to everyone.
Fingers crossed!

[Jackie in Tampa]

:thumbsup :bowdown :wave123

[SammysMom]

Well what I did was feed the kittens in the trap for a few days so they would go in and out freely to grow accustomed to it. Then SNAP!!! I'd close that door.:D
I also understand that not everyone or every situation is suitable for this method. It just always freaked me out to swap from trap to cage with little guys.:sanp3

[Barbt]

Ok I'm back. No idea how it went it's way to hot for Snags to be out to see it I was able to break his tooth with the walnut shell peanut butter trick.
BUT NOW I HAVE A WHOL NEW PROBLEM!!!!
The people I went to photograph told me out of the blue they found a baby squirrel in their yard that fell out of the nest 2 days ago and the mom never cam got it. It's sitting at the base of the tree in a carboard box in their yard. It's yuong doesn not have it's eyes open yet. It's moving around. I would think it only has a do or so left without help. They called around and nobody wants to do anything.
I told thim I would see if there was anything I could find out. Why do injured squirrels turn up on my doorstep? What if anything can I do?
The little thing has fur but does not have it's eyes open yet.

[punkin'smama]

Bump!!

[island rehabber]

Take the baby in! If it has fur, give it some old T-shirts and (preferably) fleece to snuggle in and put it in a warm, dark, quiet spot. Get yourself a 1cc syringe (no needle) and make up some homemade Pedialyte:

2 cups warm water
1.5 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
a little apple juice or fruit flavored ANYTHING just to give it some taste....

EDIT: if the baby is pink -- no fur -- you'll need a heating pad placed under half the container he's in, set on LOW.

Drop by drop, get the baby to take as much fluid as you can. He must be VERY dehydrated by this time and dehydration will kill.
OK do that and then we'll go to the next step. :D

[Barbt]

Take the baby in! If it has fur, give it some old T-shirts and (preferably) fleece to snuggle in and put it in a warm, dark, quiet spot. Get yourself a 1cc syringe (no needle) and make up some homemade Pedialyte:

2 cups warm water
1.5 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
a little apple juice or fruit flavored ANYTHING just to give it some taste....

EDIT: if the baby is pink -- no fur -- you'll need a heating pad placed under half the container he's in, set on LOW.

Drop by drop, get the baby to take as much fluid as you can. He must be VERY dehydrated by this time and dehydration will kill.
OK do that and then we'll go to the next step. :D
OK I will go pick it up.

[Jackie in Tampa]

:peace coz good things happen to good people...
:poke sqs have a way of getting in your heart and yours was easy...:D
I agreee...get that baby asap!
:Love_Icon
If solo and with fur, I still use a heating pad as IR has mentioned, NO auto shut off, Walgreen $15ish.
Rice buddy...need anytype dry rice and a sock...very accepted by baby sqs as a cuddle/heat source used in conjuction with heating pad...

Will also need fresh goats milk found near cold milk in refridgerated section of most markets, Meyerburg is nation wide wonderful brand, if not, get canned next to evaporated milk at market...both are about $3-4 dollars...
small container of yogurt, any flavor, I use vanilla Dannon All Natural,
small container of HEAVY CREAM, next to half and half.
I like fresh GMilk best and it can be frozen into cubes and thawed as needed...
also a 1cc syringe without needle, also from pharmacy or baby isle sometimes....3cc syringe will work, but nothing bigger...no baby bottle/pet nursers...:shakehead

list~
heating pad
goats milk
dry rice
syringe
heavy cream
yogurt
plastic small container {the shoe box type is the smallest I recommend, I use the boot box size, as they will stay in it until time for small hamster cage....}
:poke OK girlie...get busy and save another precious fuzzer:Love_Icon

A rubbermaid tub {with holes drilled in lid and around tubs upper area}...
is better than a cardboard box, cardboard sucks the moisture outta them, causing more dehydration...they are fragile at this age:Love_Icon
:wave123 :jump

[Barbt]

:peace coz good things happen to good people...
:poke sqs have a way of getting in your heart and yours was easy...:D
I agreee...get that baby asap!
:Love_Icon
If solo and with fur, I still use a heating pad as IR has mentioned, NO auto shut off, Walgreen $15ish.
Rice buddy...need anytype dry rice and a sock...very accepted by baby sqs as a cuddle/heat source used in conjuction with heating pad...

Will also need fresh goats milk found near cold milk in refridgerated section of most markets, Meyerburg is nation wide wonderful brand, if not, get canned next to evaporated milk at market...both are about $3-4 dollars...
small container of yogurt, any flavor, I use vanilla Dannon All Natural,
small container of HEAVY CREAM, next to half and half.
I like fresh GMilk best and it can be frozen into cubes and thawed as needed...
also a 1cc syringe without needle, also from pharmacy or baby isle sometimes....3cc syringe will work, but nothing bigger...no baby bottle/pet nursers...:shakehead

list~
heating pad
goats milk
dry rice
syringe
heavy cream
yogurt
plastic small container {the shoe box type is the smallest I recommend, I use the boot box size, as they will stay in it until time for small hamster cage....}
:poke OK girlie...get busy and save another precious fuzzer:Love_Icon

A rubbermaid tub {with holes drilled in lid and around tubs upper area}...
is better than a cardboard box, cardboard sucks the moisture outta them, causing more dehydration...they are fragile at this age:Love_Icon
:wave123 :jump
Ok gave my husband the shopping list heading out. Saw Snaggle, he's STILL working on the walnut thing. My husband has now made him a sandpaper lined half shell with peanutbutter at the bottom so it will sand done the tooth even more as he trys to get the peanut butter out :)

[SammysMom]

Gotta love a hubby that makes a sandpaper lined walnut to help a squirrel!!!:thumbsup

[astra]

Gotta love a hubby that makes a sandpaper lined walnut to help a squirrel!!!:thumbsup
:thumbsup

[Jackie in Tampa]

Gotta love a hubby that makes a sandpaper lined walnut to help a squirrel!!!:thumbsupyahuh! Love them Hubbys!:thumbsup

[Barbt]

I got the baby home going to start an new thread about him/her I NEED HELP!!!!

[SammysMom]

Help is here 24/7!!! You will never be alone on TSB. Good job getting that little one to safety!:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

[Busysqrl]

I don't know if this will help you, but here's how I caught my wild squirrel . . .I used a Havahart trap. I tried both the smaller one made for squirrels where both ends of the trap open and the larger one made for coons and cats. The larger one only has one end that's open. I had my success with the larger one. I started out with the smaller trap and left the auto spring in place and caught every squirrel in my yard except the one I wanted, so I went to this technique with the larger trap and it finally worked. I worked for 3 weeks trying to catch my squirrel. So with the larger trap I disabled the spring mechanism so it wouldn't auto spring and catch the wrong squirrel. Then I tied a thin wire about 30 feet long to the trip mechanism. Test it to make sure when you pull on the wire the trap will spring. Then put the trap where you want it. Fill it with goodies, sunflower seeds, walnuts, hazelnuts, peanut butter, grapes, avocado. Make sure to put the food at the far end (by the closed end). I used a chair and placed it about 30 feet from the trap and wrapped the end of the wire around the arm of the chair so it was fairly tight and just a little tug would cause the trap to spring. Make sure and test it from that distance to be sure it will spring with just a little tug. If you leave the wire on the ground and try to pick it up and pull it when you see the squirrel, that might give the squirrel enough time to escape the trap. So now you have the trap set up. Then it's a waiting game. Think of the trap like a feeding station. I left mine set up that way all the time. I feed the squirrels anyway, so I just put all the food I would normally feed inside the feeder. That way the squirrels get used to going in and out of it. Then sit in the chair and wait. Mornings and evenings are your best times to catch a squirrel. When the right squirrel enters the trap, make sure it's in there far enough, tug on the wire and you've got your squirrel. Good luck and please keep us posted. :grouphug

[Barbt]

Now I have an issue of catchin Snaggle and transporting him to Ohio. First my son has to have oral surgery this week so that puts everything out of wack. He will of course be fine but I'm going no where. And now with the new baby squirrel that also puts a twist in it. I'm trying to find a rescue toat will take him. As much as i would love to raise and release him I really don't know if I can do all that it takes. I will of course do whats needed till I find a rescue. I'm still working on breaking on Snaggles tooth and my husband is working on the sandpaper lined peanut butter fillled tooth gizmo that might help do the trick. So everyone cross your fingers for us!

[Ellymae]

Maybe I am crazy (actually there's no maybe about it:D ) , but if the squirrel is very friendly and used to being fed, would trapping it in a cage be possible? Many times with kittens I used a smallish cage and just put the food inside and sat with it. When the kitten entered the cage to eat I closed and latched the door. I like the process as it takes the whole transferring from trap to cage out of play.
Anyone else ever done this with a squirrel? If not, what is different about it than with a kitten outside of the obvious speed an agility issue?:dono

I did this with a young wild squirrel that kept getting into one of my release cages. I kept food in it for my released ones, even left the nesting box in there. Sure enough, the little injured guy got in it and I locked it shut. He got in the nesting box, which made it even easier for me to treat him. I just shoved a towel in the hole, then took the box out of the cage, and treated him in the bathroom. After 2 weeks of treatment with antibiotics, he was on his way. :)

Having said that, not everyone has a release cage permanently on their porch.:D

Elly

[SammysMom]

I have used a rabbit sort of cage minus a nest box...lol Cats not squirrels were the quarry in my case though. :D

[TinyPaws]

Any updates?

[Barbt]

Sanggle was in the yard today, still mad at me for trying to catch him would not even come close to me. Up side is his tooth is broken off some so it buys me time. Still trying to figure something out.

[SammysMom]

Tie a trap open and leave food in it for a few days so he can go in and out freely. Even putting branches or something over it to disguise it a bit might help. Having it tied open to get him used to it is the most important thing to do though. :grouphug

[TinyPaws]

Tie a trap open and leave food in it for a few days so he can go in and out freely. Even putting branches or something over it to disguise it a bit might help. Having it tied open to get him used to it is the most important thing to do though. :grouphug

I think that is a great suggestion...Even maybe starting with putting food on the floor near the cage at first and each day move it closer, then putting it into the trap...It will get him comfortable being around it till finally he won't fear it or see it as something alien...Covering the cage with branches is good too as it will blend into the surroundings, but don't over do it because squirrels like to be able to see what's going on around them...

[Barbt]

I'm having more problems keeping the other squirrels out of it

[SammysMom]

Yeah, that is always a problem when there are a group of whatever your "quarry" is! :sanp3 Just try to get him to come closer to you and you stay close to the trap.
Good luck!!!:grouphug

[Jackie in Tampa]

Snaggles...I still think about you every nite ...I will continue to pray you are safe.

[grinn75]

Me too! :(

[Sissy]

Do I need to make a trip to Detroit? You know I will....:D

[Twi_prime]

Me three.

[Twi_prime]

:bump

Anyone know if Snaggle's guardian angel is still looking to get some treatment/tooth extraction/trimming for Snaggle? Saw a post on Facebook that seems to show that he's (she's?) not out of the woods? Squirrel Train still being considered at all?

[Jackie in Tampa]

I know of a car leaving Little Rock, Ark on the 25th...
then leaving from Greenville SC on the 26, Savahnna on the 27th and to Tampa that evening...
My PC is too slow for facebook...{me too}, I haven't heard a word...:dono
I just hope he is ok, able to break those teeth off as needed..
I hope he can make the winter..:shakehead

[Twi_prime]

I know of a car leaving Little Rock, Ark on the 25th...
then leaving from Greenville SC on the 26, Savahnna on the 27th and to Tampa that evening...
My PC is too slow for facebook...{me too}, I haven't heard a word...:dono
I just hope he is ok, able to break those teeth off as needed..
I hope he can make the winter..:shakehead

I sent your idea to her as a message on Facebook. Was trapping one of the issues here too? I wonder if the person leaving on the 25th (is that Fred?) could help with trapping if need be? Just a thought. Thanks for the info.:thumbsup

[Jackie in Tampa]

I sent your idea to her as a message on Facebook. Was trapping one of the issues here too? I wonder if the person leaving on the 25th (is that Fred?) could help with trapping if need be? Just a thought. Thanks for the info.:thumbsup
my mother and her sisters...in a mini van...:crazy
we MAY need a granny cam...
5 OLD Ladies and a Squirrel.....:D

The Animal Planet Channel may love this idea!!!

:poke remember the Tickle saga....:rotfl

These ladies know God...and he will be saved before they hit the boarder!:rotfl

However...trappers they are NOT!:nono
{something to consider for their sequel}:rotfl


Fred is home...