Hello from Unclesteve

[Unclesteve]

I've been Feeding Esbilac liquid
Heavy Cream
Water

5 week old male

Eyes open

Stool is Mustard color

had for 7 days

He fell out of tree


Changing to:


3 parts goats milk
1 part banana or vanilla yogurt
1 part heavy whipping cream.


Good Idea ?

[Unclesteve]

3 parts Esbilac liquid
2 parts water
2 parts Heavy Cream

[Unclesteve]

I was adding No fat milk, but stopped now

[Unclesteve]

When I got hom He was full of fleas

I Think he has Mits ?

I'm getting bit up by something

[Milo's Mom]

YES!! Fantastic idea. Please do the switch gradually so as to not upset his belly.

Mix the Esbilac per instructions in a container
Mix the GM formula per instructions in a different container
Then for 24 hours feed 3 parts Esbilac and 1 part GM.
Next 24 hours feed 2 parts Esbilac and 2 parts GM
Then day 3 feed 1 part Esbilac and 3 parts GM
Then on day 4 go to full strength GM.

As soon as possible, order yourself some Fox Valley formula. http://www.henryspets.com/fox-valley-day-one-formula-20-50/

Also get yourself a bag of blocks. http://www.henryspets.com/squirrel-blocks-growth-formula/

The Fox valley and the HHB's (blocks) are the very best thing for your little one...grows them up big and strong and ready for the trees!!

[Unclesteve]

When I got hom He was full of fleas

I Think he has Mits ?

I'm getting bit up by something


When I got him He was full of fleas

[Unclesteve]

YES!! Fantastic idea. Please do the switch gradually so as to not upset his belly.

Mix the Esbilac per instructions in a container
Mix the GM formula per instructions in a different container
Then for 24 hours feed 3 parts Esbilac and 1 part GM.
Next 24 hours feed 2 parts Esbilac and 2 parts GM
Then day 3 feed 1 part Esbilac and 3 parts GM
Then on day 4 go to full strength GM.

As soon as possible, order yourself some Fox Valley formula. http://www.henryspets.com/fox-valley-day-one-formula-20-50/

Also get yourself a bag of blocks. http://www.henryspets.com/squirrel-blocks-growth-formula/

The Fox valley and the HHB's (blocks) are the very best thing for your little one...grows them up big and strong and ready for the trees!!


Thank You !

[island rehabber]

A warm washcloth soaked in diluted Dawn dishwashing liquid will kill the fleas. Wipe him down gently, leave the Dawn on for a few minutes, then wipe him again with a damp washcloth with just warm water. Dry him thoroughly and don't let him get chilled.

[Unclesteve]

He's cool

Feeding Him

3 cc Every 3 Hours

Changed To 3 cc Every 4 Hours

[Unclesteve]

A warm washcloth soaked in diluted Dawn dishwashing liquid will kill the fleas. Wipe him down gently, leave the Dawn on for a few minutes, then wipe him again with a damp washcloth with just warm water. Dry him thoroughly and don't let him get chilled.



Wow !

Very Cool Info !


Thanks
Steve

[Milo's Mom]

You should also really get a scale that weighs in grams....the guidelines for feeding are based upon body weight. (Henry's has them too)

Generally, you feed 5-7% of body weight per feeding...the more he weighs the more you feed.

[Unclesteve]

I'm going to Trader Joe's to by the goat milk

ASAP

[skippy]

:Welcome Uncle Steve

If you're suspecting fleas, you can get KITTEN flea powder and sprinkle a small amount in the blankets and bedding you have set up for him.
Don't over do it and do make sure it's specifically for kittens.

Glad you found the board. There is lot's of help for you here. :) :)

[skippy]

A warm washcloth soaked in diluted Dawn dishwashing liquid will kill the fleas. Wipe him down gently, leave the Dawn on for a few minutes, then wipe him again with a damp washcloth with just warm water. Dry him thoroughly and don't let him get chilled.

:goodpost
YES, I like this idea much better than flea powder! I've only had to use the powder 1x and hated to knowing it's a bit toxic.

[Unclesteve]

You should also really get a scale that weighs in grams....the guidelines for feeding are based upon body weight. (Henry's has them too)

Generally, you feed 5-7% of body weight per feeding...the more he weighs the more you feed.


Thanks
Steve


The Esbilac liquid ys 5-6 days old

probably bad now

[Unclesteve]

:goodpost
YES, I like this idea much better than flea powder! I've only had to use the powder 1x and hated to knowing it's a bit toxic.



Me Too


Thanks for the Help !

[Unclesteve]

:Welcome Uncle Steve

If you're suspecting fleas, you can get KITTEN flea powder and sprinkle a small amount in the blankets and bedding you have set up for him.
Don't over do it and do make sure it's specifically for kittens.

Glad you found the board. There is lot's of help for you here. :) :)



Yea, Thanks

I know,

lots of great Info


Steve

[Unclesteve]

I've got him on the Heating Pad low with towels

Now

Going feel him in a Min.

[Unclesteve]

I've got him on the Heating Pad low with towels

Now

Going feel him in a Min.



Gonna feed him in a Min.

[Milo's Mom]

Towels will work in a pinch, but since they have loops their little claws often get tangled.

T-shirts, sweatshirts work better and Fleece is the absolute best.

Please make sure the heating pad is set on low and is under 1/2 of the container he is in...this way if he gets too warm he can move away from the heat.

Does he have a stuffy? (little stuffed animal with no hard plastic parts)

You can also make him a rice buddy. Take a tube sock, fill it with rice, tie the top of the sock closed, microwave for 30 seconds or so, smoosh it around to evenly distribute the heat, then give it to him. He'll snuggle up to it like he would to his Mom and/or siblings.

[kastillo]

Towels have little loops that their toenails can get caught in and they can injure themselves.

Do you have soft t shirts or fleece?? Put this in a plastic box with a lid with plenty of air holes, and Put the container half on and half off a heating pad on low. That way the baby can move on and off of the warm area to adjust it's body temp.

Edit: The heating pad is on the outside of the container, not the inside.

[Unclesteve]

Towels will work in a pinch, but since they have loops their little claws often get tangled.

T-shirts, sweatshirts work better and Fleece is the absolute best.

Please make sure the heating pad is set on low and is under 1/2 of the container he is in...this way if he gets too warm he can move away from the heat.

Does he have a stuffy? (little stuffed animal with no hard plastic parts)

You can also make him a rice buddy. Take a tube sock, fill it with rice, tie the top of the sock closed, microwave for 30 seconds or so, smoosh it around to evenly distribute the heat, then give it to him. He'll snuggle up to it like he would to his Mom and/or siblings.



Ok so I need some rice


No stuffy yet

[Unclesteve]

Towels have little loops that their toenails can get caught in and they can injure themselves.

Do you have soft t shirts or fleece?? Put this in a plastic box with a lid with plenty of air holes, and Put the container half on and half off a heating pad on low. That way the baby can move on and off of the warm area to adjust it's body temp.

Edit: The heating pad is on the outside of the container, not the inside.



Yes in a box

the heating pad is in the box

I'll move it yo the outside

Great Info !

[Unclesteve]

Yes in a box

the heating pad is in the box

I'll move it yo the outside

Great Info !




I'll move it to the outside

[kastillo]

Your doing great!!:thumbsup

Now to find a scale so you can weigh him daily so you know how much to feed.

Has he taken any of the goat milk formula??

[Unclesteve]

Should I get him the Block

his eyes are open

I'd say he's a young 5 weeks from what I've read

[Unclesteve]

Your doing great!!:thumbsup

Now to find a scale so you can weigh him daily so you know how much to feed.

Has he taken any of the goat milk formula??


No, Not yet

I got to go buy it

[Milo's Mom]

Should I get him the Block

his eyes are open

I'd say he's a young 5 weeks from what I've read

yes, when their eyes open is when you want to introduce the block. Right now is the perfect time.

[Unclesteve]

yes, when their eyes open is when you want to introduce the block. Right now is the perfect time.


Ok

When I feed him

I'm getting Bit up Quite a Bit, My left arm


Thanks

[Milo's Mom]

Ok

When I feed him

I'm getting Bit up Quite a Bit, My left arm


Thanks

Bit by him (the squirrel) or bit by something else (fleas)?

[skippy]

What species of squirrel is he/she?
Gray
Douglas
Fox

[Unclesteve]

Bit by him (the squirrel) or bit by something else (fleas)?


or bit by something else (fleas)?

Mits ?

Can't see any Fleas

[Unclesteve]

What species of squirrel is he/she?
Gray
Douglas
Fox



I guess he's a Gray

[Unclesteve]

I picked all the Fleas off him

[Milo's Mom]

IR addressed this a little ways back...washcloth soaked in warm water with Dawn dishsoap.

Wash all of his bedding in HOT water and change it/wash it daily.

You can also get some Kitten Revolution and put 1 teeny tiny drop between his shoulder blades.

[Milo's Mom]

I picked all the Fleas off him

You picked all the fleas you saw...what about the eggs and the ones in his ears and the ones you did not see cause they were hiding from you...and the ones in his bedding.

[Unclesteve]

IR addressed this a little ways back...washcloth soaked in warm water with Dawn dishsoap.

Wash all of his bedding in HOT water and change it/wash it daily.

You can also get some Kitten Revolution and put 1 teeny tiny drop between his shoulder blades.



I saw that on your posts from a while back

You can also get some Kitten Revolution and put 1 teeny tiny drop between his shoulder blades.



Thanks
for the Help


Steve

[Unclesteve]

So

I'm doing the Rice

Goats milk

and the Block

and Moving the Heating pad Tonight out the Box

[Unclesteve]

You picked all the fleas you saw...what about the eggs and the ones in his ears and the ones you did not see cause they were hiding from you...and the ones in his bedding.


I've been washing the Bedding

[Milo's Mom]

Rice
Goat's Milk (human kind)
Yogurt
Scale
Fox Valley Formula
1cc syringes and nipples (if you do not have already)
Growth Blocks
Heating pad without an auto-shut off
Kitten Revolution

[Unclesteve]

Feeding Now

I'll get everything tomorrow and Let you know

Thanks for All the Help


Steve

[Milo's Mom]

You are very welcome and yes, please do keep us updated.

Also, when you get the chance...WE LOVE PICS!!!!!! And what is your little guys name? (everyone needs a name and a stuffy)

[Unclesteve]

Rice
Goat's Milk (human kind)
Yogurt
Scale
Fox Valley Formula
1cc syringes and nipples (if you do not have already)
Growth Blocks
Heating pad without an auto-shut off
Kitten Revolution


Ok

I have 3 cc syringes and no nipples


I need nipples


and Thanks
Steve

[Unclesteve]

You are very welcome and yes, please do keep us updated.

Also, when you get the chance...WE LOVE PICS!!!!!! And what is your little guys name? (everyone needs a name and a stuffy)



I was thinking

Rocky

[Unclesteve]

Roc a Rock

[Milo's Mom]

Ok

I have 3 cc syringes and no nipples


I need nipples


and Thanks
Steve

1cc syringes are better for now....when he gets bigger and is taking 20-30cc's you can jump to a bigger syringe.

They are super cheap....just a few cents each. Nipples are a must, seriously, they are.

1cc's and nipples help tp control the flow of formula, which helps to prevent aspiration pneumonia. If he gets pneumonia you'll need antibiotics, and they can prove very difficult to locate fast. Pneumonia takes them down fast...matter of days and when they crash they crash hard and fast.

1cc's for now, please.

[kastillo]

:wave123 Hi Rocky!!
When can we see a picture of you?:poke

[skippy]

Should I get him the Block

his eyes are open

I'd say he's a young 5 weeks from what I've read

How long have his eyes been open?

A 5 - 6 week old Western Gray weighs between 130 and 150 grams, will be furry all over and will be starting to curl his tail and his upper incisors will be coming in.

Since you don't have a scale just yet, they take 6-7.5 cc every 4-4.5 hours; 4 times a day.

[Unclesteve]

How long have his eyes been open?

A 5 - 6 week old Western Gray weighs between 130 and 150 grams, will be furry all over and will be starting to curl his tail and his upper incisors will be coming in.

Since you don't have a scale just yet, they take 6-7.5 cc every 4-4.5 hours; 4 times a day.


Yeah I just feed him
4 cc's

Steve

[Unclesteve]

:wave123 Hi Rocky!!
When can we see a picture of you?:poke


I got 3 Pics


I'll have to Load them


His tale is not Bushy, Yet

and

His eyes are open a couple of Days

[stepnstone]

:Welcome Steve & Rocky :wave123
You have already been given some good advice, please do get the supplies suggested.
They are vital to a healthy outcome for little Rocky.
TSB is the best source you will find on the net, ask any and all questions that come to mind.
We are always researching, sharing, and keeping our resources fresh and up to date.
We have members that have been doing this for many years, there are hundreds of trees
that cradle the success stories of TSB. We are here to help you make yours another one. :grouphug

[Jackie in Tampa]

:Welcome :wave123

pics please... we love pics!!!

[MJS]

:wave123 :Welcome TO TSB!!! REMEMBER...THIS APPLIES HERE MORE THAN EVER..."NO QUESTION IS A DUMB QUESTION"...MEMBERS ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE HERE TO HELP YOU IN ANY WAY POSSIBLE!!! :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup

[Unclesteve]

A warm washcloth soaked in diluted Dawn dishwashing liquid will kill the fleas. Wipe him down gently, leave the Dawn on for a few minutes, then wipe him again with a damp washcloth with just warm water. Dry him thoroughly and don't let him get chilled.



How much Dawn, (1 Tablespoon ?.....more, less)

Lets say to a Quart of water ?

Thank You

I'm Off to The Store

Steve

[Unclesteve]

Should I just make it sudszee ?

[Milo's Mom]

Hmmmm, I've never measured it....

Maybe slightly more than you would use to wash/clean a really dirty greasy pot. Like regular dishwater with a couple extra drops of soap.

[Unclesteve]

Ok Thanks


Just feed him

3 parts goats milk
1 part vanilla yogurt
1 part heavy whipping cream.

[Unclesteve]

I got the Rice

and

I'll be making the sock


Now

[Unclesteve]

I got the Dawn Too

So thats next


I feed him 3.5 cc's

He Liked it!

Steve

[Milo's Mom]

Did you get a scale?

You really need to know how much he weighs...you might be over or under feeding him.

[Unclesteve]

I had some of the Esbilac liquid,

but

I didn't want to use it

Maybe too old....over 3 days old

[Unclesteve]

Did you get a scale?

You really need to know how much he weighs...you might be over or under feeding him.



No not yet

He seems good


His belly is nice

[Unclesteve]

I feed him till he doesn't any want anymore, Basically


Now long in the mircowave for the sock

Just Warm ?

or

Hot and Let it cool down

[Unclesteve]

I feed him till he doesn't any want anymore, Basically


Now long in the mircowave for the sock

Just Warm ?

or

Hot and Let it cool down


he doesn't want anymore

[farrelli]

Quite warm but not hot. Times vary, maybe a minute? Mush is around afterwards to make sure there are no hot spots.

How about those pictures?

[Unclesteve]

Oh Good now I can Edit


Steve

[Unclesteve]

Quite warm but not hot. Times vary, maybe a minute? Mush is around afterwards to make sure there are no hot spots.

How about those pictures?



My neighbor has the Pics on his camera

I'll try to post some today

[Unclesteve]

Doing the Sock

Now


Steve

[Unclesteve]

Do I reheat the sock or is it a 1 time thing

Thanks for All the Help

Steve

[Unclesteve]

Doing the Sock

Changing his beding

and then the Dawn

Thanks
Steve

[farrelli]

You need to reheat the sock. Maybe every hour? Depends. Just check it and heat it back up when cool. If on a heating pad as well, the sock isn't super critical. But if it's the only heat, it MUST be kept warm. They can't regulate their temp at this age.

[Unclesteve]

Towels will work in a pinch, but since they have loops their little claws often get tangled.

T-shirts, sweatshirts work better and Fleece is the absolute best.

Please make sure the heating pad is set on low and is under 1/2 of the container he is in...this way if he gets too warm he can move away from the heat.

Does he have a stuffy? (little stuffed animal with no hard plastic parts)

You can also make him a rice buddy. Take a tube sock, fill it with rice, tie the top of the sock closed, microwave for 30 seconds or so, smoosh it around to evenly distribute the heat, then give it to him. He'll snuggle up to it like he would to his Mom and/or siblings.


Did It All


Tube Sock

Dawn, Rinsed

Blowed Dryed

Changed The Bedding

[Unclesteve]

You need to reheat the sock. Maybe every hour? Depends. Just check it and heat it back up when cool. If on a heating pad as well, the sock isn't super critical. But if it's the only heat, it MUST be kept warm. They can't regulate their temp at this age.


Thanks

He Likes the Sock

Climbing on it

Mircowaved it twice

Warm


Thanks
Steve

[Unclesteve]

2 Lbs of Rice

Big White tube Sock

Made a U Shape

Yeah


I Hope the Dawn works !

[Unclesteve]

I'll get the Nipples today

He's had a busy morning


Thanks
Steve

[Unclesteve]

I'm checking on him, Lots

He's snuggling up to the tube sock


Steve

[Unclesteve]

Little guy is doing Great

Loves the new Formula

He Really Digs the Rice sock

You Guys Rock !


Steve

[Unclesteve]

Just feed him

4 cc's

He's very happy

[Unclesteve]

Nice and Full

Belly

[Unclesteve]

Don't know if the Dawn worked that great

How often can I do that ?


Thanks
Steve

[Unclesteve]

I'll probably get the Kitty Flea Powder

[Unclesteve]

http://i.imgur.com/QmPgv4R.jpg

[Unclesteve]

http://i.imgur.com/XNipvXw.jpg

[Unclesteve]

http://i.imgur.com/hlTr22U.jpg

[Milo's Mom]

Steve - as previously stated, the flea powder can be toxic. It can also cause respiratory issues if inhaled. Revolution for Kittens is a better way to go.

Personally, the best thing to get (in my mind), is Ivermectin. Sold as Ivomec at Farm Supply stores. One teeny tiny drop between the shoulder blades and all buggies of all sorts will be dead in about 30 minutes. The same external dose also treats the internal parasites, if any.

Also, I think you said you had a grey....that is not a grey, that is a Fox Squirrel!

[Unclesteve]

Steve - as previously stated, the flea powder can be toxic. It can also cause respiratory issues if inhaled. Revolution for Kittens is a better way to go.

Personally, the best thing to get (in my mind), is Ivermectin. Sold as Ivomec at Farm Supply stores. One teeny tiny drop between the shoulder blades and all buggies of all sorts will be dead in about 30 minutes. The same external dose also treats the internal parasites, if any.

Also, I think you said you had a grey....that is not a grey, that is a Fox Squirrel!


Ok

Well Do


Steve

[Unclesteve]

Oh

Ok a Fox Squirrel !

[Unclesteve]

I will get this then:

Revolution for Kittens


Thanks
Steve

[Unclesteve]

:wott


a Fox Squirrel !

[Shewhosweptforest]

:wave123 A beautiful Fox squirrel all snuggled in the palm of your hand ...ain't life grand:multi He is absolutely a handsome little manie....not a word:) don't caremjs

[Unclesteve]

:wave123 A beautiful Fox squirrel all snuggled in the palm of your hand ...ain't life grand:multi He is absolutely a handsome little manie....not a word:) don't caremjs



Thanks
Steve

[Unclesteve]

I Got the

Kitten Rev

[Unclesteve]

Called all over the Place

Called a Local vet

Bingo


I put 2 Drops

His Gonna be happy

Quick


Steve

[Unclesteve]

Thanks to All

and

Special Thanks To



Milo's Mom

[stepnstone]

I Got the
Kitten Rev

:thumbsup 1 or 2 small drops between the shoulder blades.

Beautiful beautiful foxer! :Love_Icon

[Unclesteve]

Feed Him 4 cc's

Changed his bedding

Mircowaved his Sock

2 Drops of Kitten Rev


He Standing on his legs Today


Roc a Rock

[Unclesteve]

:thumbsup 1 or 2 small drops between the shoulder blades.

Beautiful beautiful foxer! :Love_Icon



Yes

Thanks
Steve

[Unclesteve]

Special Thanks To


Milo's Mom





Steve

[stepnstone]

Special Thanks To
Milo's Mom
Steve

:bowdown She is a treasure isn't she! :D
...and she knows foxers! :Love_Icon

[Unclesteve]

:bowdown She is a treasure isn't she! :D
...and she knows foxers! :Love_Icon



Everybody Here Is Great !


Steve

[Unclesteve]

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Thanks
Steve

[Unclesteve]

Feeding This:

3 parts goats milk
1 part vanilla yogurt
1 part heavy whipping cream.


No Water


Does my Little Guy Need Water ?


I give 1.5 cc's last night (water)


Steve

[Unclesteve]

He really liked the water !

He really went after it


Just Saying


Steve

[Unclesteve]

Just feed him

Changed his Bedding

Mircowaved his sock

4cc's

and


100 Posts Today, Now


Steve

[Shewhosweptforest]

:thinking I never fed mine water ...but I'm sure someone with real expertise will be able to let you know for sure:dono if he really went after it I would guess he's still hungry:) But maybe if you know he's gotten the proper nutrition....the water could just satisfy his want for more:dono DON'T do anything until one of the rehabbers addresses it:thumbsup because as you've seen here sometimes little things can have grave consequences :shakehead Need more pics of little Rockie:) :Love_Icon

[Unclesteve]

Basically his tale is a little longer and a little more hair

He's stumbling around trying to get his footing from left to right

He climbs on the Rice sock

His body is a little longer

His belly is full

He eats and then he nests up to the Rice sock

His eyes are open and clear


Thanks for the Reply and the Help

Shewhosweptforest


Steve

[kastillo]

Sounds like your doing a great job! Did you ever get a weight on him?

[Unclesteve]

Sounds like your doing a great job! Did you ever get a weight on him?



No,

I have a US postal scale, I bought a a garage sale, a while back

I'll try to weight him


Thanks
Steve

[CritterMom]

You are like reading haiku!

The water won't hurt - he may be a bit dehydrated still. As long as it doesn't interfere with his eating, if he wants it, I would let him have a bit. Do it in between your feedings instead of right before or after. He is adorable, BTW.

[Unclesteve]

You are like reading haiku!

The water won't hurt - he may be a bit dehydrated still. As long as it doesn't interfere with his eating, if he wants it, I would let him have a bit. Do it in between your feedings instead of right before or after. He is adorable, BTW.


Ok

Going to feed again in a 1/2 hour


Thanks
Steve

[Unclesteve]

I'll give him

1cc of water right now


Steve

[Unclesteve]

I'll give him

1cc of water right now


Steve



Done

[Milo's Mom]

Did you order the Fox Valley formula?

[Unclesteve]

Did you order the Fox Valley formula?


Not Yet,

But

Probably Well


Steve

[CritterMom]

I strongly suggest you do. Once you transition them to FV - then you REALLY start to see growth and good health. It is very reasonable, too. If you buy from Henryspets.com they also have many other supplies - 1 and 3cc feeding quality syringes, nipples, and the Henrys Healthy Bites blocks that you want to provide for when he begins to wean himself.

[Unclesteve]

Opinion ?


monkey chow (Zupreem Primate Chow)

[Unclesteve]

Opinion ?



6 to 7 weeks;
Offer Zupreem primate chow (or if unavailable in your area, use dry Science Diet for Puppies), fruit, and a couple of small slices of avocado in nest box;

Feeding amount: at 5 to 6 weeks, the squirrel's intake will rise beyond the weeks of age guideline; give about 6 to 8 cc's per feeding, or all the baby wants if the stool remains firm.

7 to 9 weeks - formula 3 times a day plus solid food listed above;

Add broccoli stems, green beans and other veggies except corn and sweet potatoes.
Feeding amount: all he wants

9 to 10 weeks - 2 times a day;
Plus food above and now add a small piece of fresh corn and a couple small pieces of sweet potato, other veggies.
Feeding amount: all he wants.

10 to 12 weeks - will reject formula during this period;
Add to food list a couple of almonds or pecans a day, and a small handful of large stripped sunflower seeds.

[CritterMom]

I am pretty sure this is off Squirreltales (??) - Sarah Rowe's site. She is a very well known and respected squirrel rehabber and helped me IMMENSELY while I raised my boy - what a kind, patient lady she is! He was a teen by the time I found TSB. But the site is qute old and hasn't been updated in some time.

At one point, the only commercially available food that had anywhere near the calcium to phosphorus levels that squirrels need were the Zupreme primate biscuits. But they are FAR from ideal. The Henry's are not only designed specifically for squirrels and have a lot of research behind them - they are also much more palatable so the squirrels will actually eat them.

I would quibble about offering corn and sunflower seeds, too. They are both enormously high in phosphorus which is something you want to avoid, and there is no compelling reason to feed them.

She is absolutely right about allowing them to wean themselves though. We usually suggest putting one HHB in the cage once the eyes open and they will play with it and gum it and pee on it and once day actually CONSUME some of it. Once they are regularly eating the blocks that provide the majority of their nutrients, then you can start giving them various healthy veggies, some fruit, and a treat or two.

[Unclesteve]

I am pretty sure this is off Squirreltales (??) - Sarah Rowe's site. She is a very well known and respected squirrel rehabber and helped me IMMENSELY while I raised my boy - what a kind, patient lady she is! He was a teen by the time I found TSB. But the site is qute old and hasn't been updated in some time.

At one point, the only commercially available food that had anywhere near the calcium to phosphorus levels that squirrels need were the Zupreme primate biscuits. But they are FAR from ideal. The Henry's are not only designed specifically for squirrels and have a lot of research behind them - they are also much more palatable so the squirrels will actually eat them.

I would quibble about offering corn and sunflower seeds, too. They are both enormously high in phosphorus which is something you want to avoid, and there is no compelling reason to feed them.

She is absolutely right about allowing them to wean themselves though. We usually suggest putting one HHB in the cage once the eyes open and they will play with it and gum it and pee on it and once day actually CONSUME some of it. Once they are regularly eating the blocks that provide the majority of their nutrients, then you can start giving them various healthy veggies, some fruit, and a treat or two.


Ok

Thanks

Nice Write Up


Steve

[Unclesteve]

I am pretty sure this is off Squirreltales (??) - Sarah Rowe's site. She is a very well known and respected squirrel rehabber and helped me IMMENSELY while I raised my boy - what a kind, patient lady she is! He was a teen by the time I found TSB. But the site is qute old and hasn't been updated in some time.

At one point, the only commercially available food that had anywhere near the calcium to phosphorus levels that squirrels need were the Zupreme primate biscuits. But they are FAR from ideal. The Henry's are not only designed specifically for squirrels and have a lot of research behind them - they are also much more palatable so the squirrels will actually eat them.

I would quibble about offering corn and sunflower seeds, too. They are both enormously high in phosphorus which is something you want to avoid, and there is no compelling reason to feed them.

She is absolutely right about allowing them to wean themselves though. We usually suggest putting one HHB in the cage once the eyes open and they will play with it and gum it and pee on it and once day actually CONSUME some of it. Once they are regularly eating the blocks that provide the majority of their nutrients, then you can start giving them various healthy veggies, some fruit, and a treat or two.



Yes,

It's from her Site


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Steve

[Unclesteve]

I feed my Guy about 45mins - to an hour ago

Still have some flea problems

Did the 2 drops of Kitten Rev

Feed 4 cc's

Mircowaved his Rice sock

He's getting stronger


Lots of showers ( 4 me )


Steve

[Milo's Mom]

Steve - Not sure if anyone asked about this or not, but would you like for us to try to locate a "safe" rehabber for your little one?

It's best if they are raised with buddies (other squirrels)...they sort of teach each other about being a squirrel.

Also, there are many many many costs associated with raising a baby....formula, syringes, nipples, blocks, toys, fleece, fresh veggies, at least 3 if not 4 different size cages, plus a release cage, the list just goes on and on.

I just realized that no one even offered this to you and thought maybe I should.

If you are interested, please let us know what city or county you're located in so we can better target our search.

[Unclesteve]

I'm pretty internet savvy

[Unclesteve]

Your right

They do cost Quite a Bit

[Unclesteve]

He's good to go Today

He's feed

Changed Bedding

Micowaved His Tube Sock

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Hi there Uncle Steve,
I sent you a pm to your mailbox.
Hope all is well there.
:)

[Unclesteve]

Hi there Uncle Steve,
I sent you a pm to your mailbox.
Hope all is well there.
:)


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