Stuffy nose?

[rewing04]

My little 3 week old eastern grey squirrel seems to have a stuffy nose that's making it a little hard to breath and I was wondering if I could do anything to fix it. Other than this she's just fine, but I definitely don't want this to get any worse. Any suggestions?

[HRT4SQRLS]

My little 3 week old eastern grey squirrel seems to have a stuffy nose that's making it a little hard to breath and I was wondering if I could do anything to fix it. Other than this she's just fine, but I definitely don't want this to get any worse. Any suggestions?

Hold the baby to your ear and listen for clicking. Clicking is a symptom of pneumonia. It would need treatment immediately. Have you noticed a decrease in appetite?

Can you give us a little history? How long have you had her? What formula is she on? Did she fall from a tree? An injuries? Is the stuffy nose new?

Welcome to TheSquirrelBoard :)

[rewing04]

Hold the baby to your ear and listen for clicking. Clicking is a symptom of pneumonia. It would need treatment immediately. Have you noticed a decrease in appetite?

Can you give us a little history? How long have you had her? What formula is she on? Did she fall from a tree? An injuries? Is the stuffy nose new?

Welcome to TheSquirrelBoard :)

I've had her for about a week now, I got her from my local rescue center so I don't know the circumstances surrounding however she was found. I have her eating 4 ml of esbilac every 4 hours. She's a really good eater she just gets it in her nose sometimes and I think that may be the cause of it. She stops sniffling after a while, but it's reoccurring and I don't want it to harm her. And thank you for the warm welcome!

[stepnstone]

I've had her for about a week now, I got her from my local rescue center so I don't know the circumstances surrounding however she was found. I have her eating 4 ml of esbilac every 4 hours. She's a really good eater she just gets it in her nose sometimes and I think that may be the cause of it. She stops sniffling after a while, but it's reoccurring and I don't want it to harm her. And thank you for the warm welcome!

And this is what can lead to aspiration pneumonia...
Please do as Hrt suggested and listen carefully, the stuffy nose may very well be your first clue.
In case of, what antibiotics do you have or can get hold of? If she does develop AP time is always
of the essence in treating it. Best to be prepared!

What size syringe are you feeding her with and what is her weight?

[rewing04]

And this is what can lead to aspiration pneumonia...
Please do as Hrt suggested and listen carefully, the stuffy nose may very well be your first clue.
In case of, what antibiotics do you have or can get hold of? If she does develop AP time is always
of the essence in treating it. Best to be prepared!

What size syringe are you feeding her with and what is her weight?

I don't hear any clicking from her, I'm 17 so I'm not sure of everything I can get hold of, but we have a vet and a pharmacy nearby that my mom could talk to. I'm not exactly sure how to weigh her but I could estimate a little over 100 grams. Maybe 120g and the syringe is 3 ml so it's much larger than what I've used for previous babies, but it works.

[stepnstone]

I don't hear any clicking from her, I'm 17 so I'm not sure of everything I can get hold of, but we have a vet and a pharmacy nearby that my mom could talk to. I'm not exactly sure how to weigh her but I could estimate a little over 100 grams. Maybe 120g and the syringe is 3 ml so it's much larger than what I've used for previous babies, but it works.

A 3 week old is not going to weigh 100 grams. Can you post a picture?
Properly feeding a baby is 5-7% of their body weight, all medications are administered by body weight.
Having a gram scale to weigh her is extreamly important! One can be purchased for less then $20. at places
like Walmart, Bath & body works, etc.
The problem with feeding young babies with a 3cc is the flow is to fast unless one is experienced to control
the flow. This is most likely why the formula in nose and this presents the risk of aspiration pneumonia.
Most pharmacies will give you a couple (non-needle) 1cc syringes if you tell them you are trying to care for a
kitten. Do not mention having a squirrel as most States it is illegal to possess one regardless of how obtained.
Some human ab's can be used for squirrels, the most common used for AP is Baytril (animal form) or Cipro (human form.)
Cipro is commonly used by woman for female problems, yeast, etc. All you would need is a pill or two for a duration of
treatment. If needed we can instruct how the med is broken down for a squirrel and dosed.
Be aware if baby was to have or develop AP it is life threatening with a short window for treating, it takes them down fast
and often without warning. This is why you need to be aware of any clicking from baby's breathing.

[rewing04]

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This is the most recent picture of her that I just took tonight. She's still not clicking, but I make sure to clean up her nose and mouth after every feeding. She still looks like she's doing really well to me, but I wouldn't say I'm anywhere near an expert with this. She has a sibling and he hasn't had any problems so far. I've started feeding them both 5 ml should I be feeding them any more or less?

[Mel1959]

You really need to have a weight on them to determine how much you should be feeding them. You can get a scale at Walmart or Bed Bath and Beyond. Are their eyes still closed? There are several TSB members that live in Florida if you need help...just ask.

[rewing04]

You really need to have a weight on them to determine how much you should be feeding them. You can get a scale at Walmart or Bed Bath and Beyond. Are their eyes still closed? There are several TSB members that live in Florida if you need help...just ask.

I'll try to get a scale today. Her eyes are still closed, but the boy is about to open his. I'm very open to help, but right now I think I can manage this. If it does get to be difficult for my mother and I the rescue center will always take them back and treat them. I'll post their weights later today if I can get a scale so other than that they look healthy.

[rewing04]

For anyone wondering, they're both doing great now. She was breathing in too much when she ate so we found 1cc syringes and that did the trick. Thank you to everyone who helped :)

[HRT4SQRLS]

Thanks for the update. I'm glad they're doing well. :tilt