Diet

[OKGIRL1103]

I found d a diagram and list of all fruit and veggies that were safe for squirrels on here a long time ago. I can't find it now. Does anyone know of a good site. I feed mine fresh veggies, rodent block, and a few nuts. I have a sick one so I have freaked myself out and would like another list to follow...

[Ardilla]

I use these.

http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15397

You're looking at the ratios to get more calcium, less phosphorus.

[UDoWhat]

I found d a diagram and list of all fruit and veggies that were safe for squirrels on here a long time ago. I can't find it now. Does anyone know of a good site. I feed mine fresh veggies, rodent block, and a few nuts. I have a sick one so I have freaked myself out and would like another list to follow...

Here is one list we had.

Healthy Vegetables
These add fiber, fresh vitamin C, and micronutrients. Variety is key! Don't let your pet get hooked on just one veggie.

artichokes
arugula
asparagus
avocado*
Belgian endive
bell peppers
bok choy
broccoli
brussels sprouts

cabbage
carrots**
cauliflower
celery
chayote
cherry tomato
chicory
Chinese cabbage
cilantro, fresh

collard greens
cucumber
dandelion greens
escarole
fennel
green beans
kale
lettuce, all kinds
mushrooms

mustard spinach
okra
parsley, fresh
pumpkin**
purslane
radicchio
radishes
romaine
squash, winter**

squash, yellow**
sugar snap peas
sweet potato**
Swiss chard
watercress
zucchini


Wild Foods
These provide extra nutrients, amusement, exercise, and help keep teeth worn down.

acorns
antlers
bottlebrush flowers
branches*
carnations**
chrysanthemums**

dandelion greens
hibiscus, all parts
lambsquarters
magnolia cones
maple seeds
palm nuts & fronds***

pine cones
purslane
plaintain
roses**
rose hips

Other:

Tree branches, clean rocks, sea shells, and a box of clean dirt provide exercise, trace minerals, and help keep teeth worn down.

Before you feed an unfamiliar wild food, always make sure it's not toxic!

Treats
Treats are fun and can help with bonding, but should always be fed in small amounts.

Fruit:
apple
apricot
banana*
blackberries
blueberries
cantaloupe
cherries, sweet*

cherries, sour
crabapples
cranberries
grapefruit
grapes*
honeydew
kiwi
kumquat

lemon
lime
mango*
nectarine
oranges
papaya
peach
pear

pineapple
pomegranate*
raspberries
strawberries
watermelon

Insects:
Mealworms, moths, grubs

Nuts/Seeds:
acorns
almonds
hazelnuts
pecans
pumpkin seeds
sesame seeds

BASIC rodent block needs to be 70-80% of their diet, always available. Some suggested brands include but not limited to:
Harlan Teklad 2018
Mazuri Rodent block
Zupreem Monkey Biscuits
Kay-Tee Forti-Diet (Blue bag) for Rats & Mice
HHB's one or two per day to ensure that all necessary nutrients. Can be ordered at Henry's Healthy Pets

[OKGIRL1103]

Wow! Thank you! I noticed the "*". What did those mean. Is there anything besides peanuts that I should definitely stay away from? Did I hear to not give them dried fruits and veggies? Also where can you find the monkey biscuits?

[SammysMom]

I have monkey biscuits that I would be happy to share if you PM your address. I was informed by Sammy in no uncertain terms that he is NOT a monkey! He won't even look at them! Also have some rodent block that I can share.:sanp3

[OKGIRL1103]

Thank you! I sent you a pm, but ive never sent one so im not sure of it worked. Just let me know.

[UDoWhat]

Wow! Thank you! I noticed the "*". What did those mean. Is there anything besides peanuts that I should definitely stay away from? Did I hear to not give them dried fruits and veggies? Also where can you find the monkey biscuits?
If SammysMom can share that is great. If not they are the one's called Zupreem primate biscuits. I get mine from a Lab food company near my house but I am sure you can order them. SammysMom where do you get yours?

Marty

I will look at the * and see what that referenced.

[SammysMom]

I got mine from Chris at www.squirrelsandmore.com. I will get a package together tomorrow for Monday's mail. Sammy will NOT be sad to see them go, he says :wahoo
He is a fussy little weasel!:sanp3

[UDoWhat]

In each section the *,** or *** means something different. I copied this list from an old post that did not include the references. I will list what they mean for each section. They are very important reference points. Please copy these and use with the earlier list for safety.

under the Healthy Vegetables section ;
* means
avocado* = avocado pits and skins are toxic . Remove pits and skin. Avocado is also high in fat.

carrots**,pumpkin*, squash(all types)**, sweet potato**= Very high in Vit A . Do not feed more than 1 tablespoon per month to avoid toxcity

Under the Wild Foods section;

carnations*, chrysanthemums**, roses**= avoid florists flowers , they are often treated with chemicals or dyed and can be toxic.

Under the Healthy Treats section

Banana*=Higher in sugars or starches

Cherries, sweet*= The pits and seeds of some fruits can be toxic, except for berries.

Crabapples*= Wash all fruits before feeding and avoid seeds and skin. Also limit fruits to avoid overweight and diabetes

Mangos*= Avoid pits and skin. Also high in sugars

Grapes*= Avoid skin. Can be a choking hazard. High in sugars

Pomegranates*= Avoid seeds and skin. High in sugars. Limit fruits to avoid diabetes and overweight.

If I see any more warning I will pass them along.

Also fried fruits are too high in sugar. Not suggested to feed.

Marty

[UDoWhat]

The Healthy Diet is currently being revised. You can find a complete copy at: http://www.henryspets.com/pages/Healthy-Diet.html
Great,:thumbsup I did not want to pass this along without the warning reference points. Thank you.:thankyou

Marty