Squirrel missing half her leg

[nenaj1]

I saw the mother of the two babies I had in the parking lot today where I work.

She's missing half her leg. It looks like a human who would have their whole hand missing.

It looks sort of bloody also. She was digging in the dumpster for food.

I feel so bad guys. I don't know if the inappropriate nest she had in the garage door could have caused this. I feel so bad guys what do I do?

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

Oh my goodness what saddness! Maybe there is someone who can trap her?
We surely do need more rehabbers in NYC.

[island rehabber]

nenaj1, where is she exactly? There may be someone down there who can trap her and get her to Animal General before infection sets in.....

[nenaj1]

She's in the parking lot digging in the dumpsters.

[nenaj1]

It's bloody and looks fresh. She's pretty small.

[island rehabber]

She's in the parking lot digging in the dumpsters.

Right, what parking lot and what dumpster? As in "corner of 40th and Lex and the dumpster is in front of Duane Reade.....". Maybe I can get a Manhattan rehabber over there.....

[nenaj1]

Oh ok. basically right behind the building I work in.

The address is:

96-10 23rd Avenue
East Elmhurst, NY 11369

It's a beige colored, wide, one level building.

The parking lot is behind it.

[island rehabber]

Oh ok. basically right behind the building I work in.

The address is:

96-10 23rd Avenue
East Elmhurst, NY 11369

It's a beige colored, wide, one level building.

The parking lot is behind it.

Thanks. Oh boy, Queens again. All the squirrels in trouble are in Queens, and all the freakin' Queens rehabbers have QUIT!! :soapbox :frustratedx:pissed
OK, I have one or two folks I can call. In the meantime, nenaj1, at least keep an eye on her to see that she doesn't look worse as time goes on. She may heal up fine, but it's going to be a while before she learns how to hold her food without that paw....:( If I can find help for her I will.

[nenaj1]

Ok. Yes it's the front paw.

[hansen3800]

Oh, That is so sad!! I hope someone can get this momma some help!!:shakehead

[4skwerlz]

Poor little squirrel! Bless you guys for helping! :grouphug

[susanw]

Oh, I hope someone can get out there soon! I wonder if it can get out of the dumpster?

[nenaj1]

Yes. It was jumping in and out of it looking for food.

I took my cat to the vet today for a check up and decided to ask the vet about the squirrel. He says he will gladly treat it and give it the care it needs. For free!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

He is so nice!!!! He wants me to trap it and told me to please not let myself get bitten and to be very careful.


I said okay.

So I'm probably gonna try and trap him tomorrow.

I love my vet he's the best!!! It's hard finding vets here who take pigeons or squirrels in to treat them. Now that's a real animal lover!!!!!!

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

OMG we need the name of that vet for sure please pm it to one of us, dont post it on the board please.
We seem to be getting a lot of squirrels in your area lately.:thumbsup
Tell that Dr we love him!!!

[4skwerlz]

So I'm probably gonna try and trap him tomorrow.


If you need help with trapping, just ask. Thank you so much for helping this poor little squirrel. Your vet sounds like a great guy!

[nenaj1]

I'm kind of hesitant because what if she has another nest? I don't want her babies to die while she's being treated. Dammit there's always a bad side.

[LynninIN]

Thank you for trying to help this squirrel. Great vet!!

How do you plan to trap the squirrel?

[Buddy'sMom]

:thumbsup That's so wonderful to hear!!! Thanks to you AND the vet!!

Now -- do you have a plan for trapping? Do you need advice on that (not from me :D but people here have done it before and can help if you need it).

:grouphug :grouphug

[nenaj1]

I have a thing I can put it in. Looks like a hand bag/light luggage a person would use for travel but it's made for animals. I'll sneak some nuts in there or something then zip it up when she's in.

But the babies.......ughhhhhhhhhhhhh.

[Buddy'sMom]

I'm kind of hesitant because what if she has another nest? I don't want her babies to die while she's being treated. Dammit there's always a bad side.

I know you were focused on her leg, poor thing, but did you get a look at her tummy? It's pretty apparent if it's a nursing mom -- their nipples are pretty obvious. I'm guessing, then, that you are not sure it was the same squirrel that built her nest by the garage door? :dono

[nenaj1]

It is her but I don't know. I read that if they usually have a lot of nests in different areas sometimes so I feel a bit hesitant. I wasn't to close because she got scared and ran off and I don't want her to be more injured. I love her so much.

What signs should I look for?

[Buddy'sMom]

It is her but I don't know. I read that if they usually have a lot of nests in different areas sometimes so I feel a bit hesitant. I wasn't to close because she got scared and ran off and I don't want her to be more injured. I love her so much.

What signs should I look for?

They do have multiple nests, but a mom would only have her babies in one of them (I would think -- someone please jump in and correct that if I'm wrong!). Only in a rare occasion would she move the babies and might be "in transition" -- but she was in no shape to be doing that today. So if it's the same squirrel and you have already rescued her babies, I would think it's safe to help her too.

I don't want to post a picture of another squirrel here because people might get confused, but if you scroll down to Post #962 of this thread there is a photo of a nursing mom eating (if they have a smaller litter, there might be only one or two nipples enlarged, but you get the idea) http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2467&page=49

:grouphug :grouphug

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

Yes babies would all be in one nest unless she was in the prosess of transfering which I doubt she would stop at the local dumpster to eat inbetween babies.:thumbsup

[nenaj1]

No she was looking for food because I saw her take a food wrapper and run off.

Then she jumped back. Her paw was missing and she was holding her leg up :(

It broke my heart. I wish I could communicate with her.

I'm gonna buy her nuts tomorrow. I need to trap her.

Damn this is so hard.

I feel so sensitive now. I want to cry :(

[nenaj1]

She probably then has the nest in the same spot they bought the babies down from?

So inappropriate. Right where the automatic garage door is. Maybe that hurt her, another squirrel, or some glass in the dumpster :(

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

Dont cry ...your are gonna help her, think positive that you can get her to that vet.:thumbsup :thankyou for carring!

[Buddy'sMom]

You're doing great -- and you are doing a wonderful thing! :thumbsup :grouphug

Focus on your plan, so that you are all set tomorrow.

You are planning to lure her into the carrier? Nuts would be good. Or part of a peanut butter sandwich. Maybe better -- you don't want her to grab something quick and jump right out.

I'm thinking you will also need a towel or blanket to be able to throw over the carrier to trap her there until you can close it? Cause she isn't going to want to sit there while you walk over. :D

Anybody else have suggestions????

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

Have- a -heart trap around my area they can be rented for 5$ a week.
Maybe you could do that if plan #1 fails?

[nenaj1]

I'm gonna e-mail my vet and tell him about my worry of newborns babies that might be around. He did ask me if I can give her medicine. Let em check! I'm gonna e-mail him. I'll mix it in the food.

I wish I could just grab her and dunk her paw into a cup of hydrogen peroxide.

[nenaj1]

You know that's funny. I remember when I was younger...I'd saw a baby mouse in my house. I must have been like 11 years old. I remember reading that they get attracted to peanut butter like flies on honey! So I put some in a bag and fell asleep.

My mom's boyfriend at the time was watching tv late one night and saw it go into the bag. He took it outside and set it free :)

That was my plan in the first placex_biggrin

[Farani]

oh geez! Keep us posted. I wish I could come there and help :-(. Good luck. Take good care of her.

[Buddy'sMom]

Good luck tomorrow!! I hope she's hungry and curious and you can bring her to your vet! :grouphug :grouphug

[Apple Corps]

Several ideas - HAVAHART trap, catch her in the dumpster - just KNOW she will be very afraid of you if you TRY to catch her and fail. Have you heard any babies crying for Mom or seen any activity in the nest / tree she comes down from?

This WILL be a frustrating experience trying to catch / trap her - hang in there, she needs you and we will all be ready to help out.

Also - if you catch her and know where the babies are a tree trimmer crew or electrician truck with a bucket or (fill in other options...) can be pressed into action to save them....

Saving Mom is the big step - THANKS for CARING and be steadfast. Also, fuzzers do not carry rabies - my numerous bites have never even gotten infected.

[newyorker]

Hi. I just saw this thread and put in a call to the founder of a fantastic Queens cat rescue group (SaveKitty). Debbie, who has a little experience w/squirrels, is calling Jennifer now to see if she can help. (I have no experience w/trapping animals and was really just looking for guidance.) I hope Jennifer can get help for this mother who's certainly had a rough summer! Perhaps if Jennifer can keep the squirrel 'til she mends, we can also find a safer neighborhood for it.

[island rehabber]

'Morning newyorker -- you beat me to it as I was going to call you about this poor mamma.....let me know if there's anything I can do from here! :)

[Buddy'sMom]

:wave123 and :thankyou newyorker, for springing into action! :grouphug

[nenaj1]

You guys are the best.

I did receive a phone call.

If i was rich, I'd open up a squirrel rehabilitation center in every state and all of you guys would be working their also...full time......with excellent pay and benefits.

I'd pay you all well and we'd be able to do what we love everyday without the interference of other jobs we might have.

[newyorker]

Good luck, Jennifer! Debbie has been rescuing NYC cats (and other species) longer than anyone around, so I'm sure she gave you good advice... If your vet deems it necessary, I'm hoping you can somehow keep the squirrel until its leg heals, or at least through the weekend. I know someone who might be able to take it after that. Wish I could do more.

Btw, your babies (along w/their new sister) are doing great!

[nenaj1]

Yes I can keep it through the weekend without a problem.

Just gotta keep it away from my cat.

:jump

[nenaj1]

My co-worker saw her this morning. She saw her front paw was gone also.

She was on top of the black box on the gate. I am pretty sure that's what cut it off.

That is where she was keeping the babies. Hopefully she doesn't have more there.

I've been seeing her hanging out with another squirrel lately.

[Buddy'sMom]

Poor sweetie! :Love_Icon As gruesome as it seems, if it was the gate, it would at least be a relatively clean wound and that would be a help for healing.

Is the "cat rescue person" going to help you capture her so the vet can check her out and she can heal a bit in peace and comfort?

After that, can the garage guys get a ladder and check to see if there are any babies left up there? And also remove all traces of the nest so it's not a temptation to go back there. Then you can sleep easier knowing that you checked.

:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

[nenaj1]

She said she was going to come by today. I haven't spoken to her again.

The guys with the ladder have to be called from a different area. And they also will probably charge for those services. I don't know what my boss would think. If I had a ladder I'd be up there in a second. I just took a look and it looks like she has another nest up there. Unless it's where she sleeps.

[Apple Corps]

GO GO GO & thanks again :D I would just mention to my boss that you are a squirrel lover and babies may need help .........

Looking up there with a ladder should not be a big deal for anyone - I've had a few less critical cases and once explained no one appeared to think anything odd.

YOU have a :Love_Icon

[Apple Corps]

GO GO GO & thanks again :D I would just mention to my boss that you are a squirrel lover and babies may need help .........

Looking up there with a ladder should not be a big deal for anyone - I've had a few less critical cases and once explained no one appeared to think anything odd.

YOU have a :Love_Icon

Wish I lived closer - many of us would be there to help you out with Mom & babies !!

[nenaj1]

I's pretty high.

[nenaj1]

My boss has a farm in upstate New York. Basically a slaughter house for lambs :(

The other day my co-worker didn't come in because her dog was sick. He said he would take care of it with a bullet through the head. he won't understand guys.

[Buddy'sMom]

I just looked back at your original post and saw it was your boss :shakehead and someone else that took the babies down from there. Can you appeal to them to go check again -- after you capture the hurt squirrel -- just to make sure? (Whether they did it out of concern for the squirrels or concern for the garage door operation, they should be equally motivated to double check for you. :D )

But first things first -- if you clean the nest out before you get mom, she might not come back close enough to catch her. She apparently thinks that's her "safe spot" (:shakehead ). If she does have any babies there, she has been feeding them and you don't have to worry about that part until you've got her safely in the carrier. :grouphug

[nenaj1]

They'll charge him 3,000 dollars like before. I know they are not gonna pay it. He's already gone for the day. :(

[nenaj1]

The people who would have to come and do it are from the gate company. So they will charge him. I did hear him complaining the last time about the price. So I really doubt it.

[Buddy'sMom]

:thinking $3000 for a quick service call sounds a bit steep. Is it possible he was kidding? Not that it matters -- you can't spend the company's money.

Another option is using your ears. After mom has been secured, if there are babies up there they will get hungry. After a while, they will cry for mom. That will take a day or so (two?), not right away. You can listen for babies.

Keep us updated -- lots of "aunts" and "uncles" out here worrying with you!

:grouphug

[Apple Corps]

$3,000 is ABSURD - a gate company is not needed that I know of - anybody with a ladder or lift bucket can get up there unless the fuzzer built the nest within some type of gate lift enclosure.

[Bravo]

Yes, please let us know how this works out... how terrible for the little family.

[nenaj1]

Yes it is a gate lift enclosure. The box needs to be opened by the company. Then they have to remove the gate. I'm so mad and I have a huge headache.

[muffinsquirrel]

If you hear babies crying up there, call the Humane Society and tell them. They should be able to get something done about it whether your boss likes it or not!

muffinsquirrel

[Buddy'sMom]

So frustrating to feel so helpless!! :frustratedx :(

Jennifer, you have already done so much to try to help this little family! :bowdown I know you want to do more and "fix it all the way" --- and we do too! Sadly, that might not be possible under the circumstances.

Is it still possible to catch the Mom? Did you hear from the "cat rescuer person" yesterday? I still think that is the first step. Help the one you can.

Plus, by looking closely at Mom, it will be apparent whether she is nursing any remaining babies or not. If you already rescued them all the first time, she won't still look like she is nursing. First-time mamas tend to have smaller litters (thinking she might be a first-timer since she built the nest in such a poor location). If she IS still nursing, then you can either go to your boss with a real basis for checking the gate or keep listening for baby cries and go to him if any are heard.

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[nenaj1]

That's it.

On Monday I'm bringing my cat's carrier and I'm gonna trap her. Then I'm gonna make an appointment for the vet that night. Hopefully there are evening appointments available. Then she can get treated and quickly I can release her quicky.


I will stalk her every day if I have to and make sure I sneak little pieces of food with antibiotics into it.

[nenaj1]

Ok. I just spoke to my vet. He wants me to stop by on Monday and pick up medications for the poor boo boo.

I explained to him exactly how it looks. I told him that if he imagine's a human hand with half the wrist missing............that would be how she looks now.

[Buddy'sMom]

It's terrific that your vet is helping out like that!! I assume it will be oral meds (and not topical, since you would still have to catch her ....)

Here is a suggestion that 4skwerls posted elsewhere for dosing a wild squirrel, so that you know they get it and that no one else does:


... I don't dose my wildies in water, simply because they usually only drink twice a day, but they're always ready to tackle a nut! I take a large peanut, crack open one end and remove the nut, then fill the empty space with my medicine/peanut butter mixture. You can toss it right to him from a distance if you have to, and the shell protects the medicine. Fortunately, squirrels like bitter-tasting things and don't seem to mind medicine like other animals do. Hopefully he'll lick it right out of the shell! ...

I hope she shows up early -- and is hungry (although, where nuts are involved, hunger doesn't seem to be the deciding factor -- they just leap for them! :D )

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[nenaj1]

I won't give up on her. I'll make sure she gets those meds.

I watched my father do things like this since I was very young. Whether it was a Pigeon or cat. He always tried all he could.

[Bravo]

:thumbsup Here's hoping you meet up with her, and soon. Thanks for going out of your way to help this little one.

[nenaj1]

I didn't see her today. I won't be able to give her meds until tomorrow morning. I gotta go pick up the meds today at at the vet. I wish I could come back but the gate will be closed by then.

[Buddy'sMom]

:thumbsup We know you are doing your best for her. :grouphug

[nenaj1]

Got the med!

It's called Enrofloxacin 10/mg. I have to give her 0.6 two times a day. For 14 days. It says fruit flavored in parenthesis.

I am gonna stalk her until I do it.

I'm Jane of the jungle dammt.

:jump

[island rehabber]

Got the med!

It's called Enrofloxacin 10/mg. I have to give her 0.6 two times a day. For 14 days. It says fruit flavored in parenthesis.

I am gonna stalk her until I do it.

I'm Jane of the jungle dammt.

:jump

You go, Jane...uh, Nena!!! Enrofloxacin's brand name is BAYTRIL, a drug I love to use because it works fast and doesn't give the squirrels killer diarrhea like some antibiotics do!! I'm surprised she needs it for as long as 14 days, though. :dono

(Special note to 4skwerlz: sorry if you were eating dinner while reading this and I went and talked about poop again......:rofl4)

[4skwerlz]

Ya just missed me...it's still cooking.:D

[atlantasquirrelgirl]

Good luck from Georgia, Nena.

[Buddy'sMom]

....I am gonna stalk her until I do it.

I'm Jane of the jungle dammt.

:jump

:jump :jump :jump A woman on a mission .... I like that! :D

The "peanut surprise" that 4skwerlz had suggested should work well -- in case she doesn't let you get too close, you can toss it to her. After she stops to eat that, you should follow up with one or two real peanuts. That way, she will be more likely to want to come next time you show up with her treats! Good luck! :thumbsup

[susanw]

Any luck today? Does anyone think a net might work, we had a three legged squirrel once and he couldn't run that fast. Keeping my fingers crossed!

[nenaj1]

I didn't see her today but I left some peanut butter with medicine very close to the pole that she uses to climb up into the box :(

[Farani]

Hopefully you'll see her tomorrow. Are you still planning on trapping her? Thank you so much for being so kind :)!

[Apple Corps]

Sadly - today is the 28th - it has been 4 days since she was seen and that does not bode well for the outcome. Also - any antibiotic given in a hit and miss fashion will be ineffective - no matter how good the intention.

I sincerely hope I am wrong but the outcome is not looking promising. Seriously injured squirrels and other critters need to be captured and given proper care - and I know how difficult catching them is.

Fingers crossed and prayers but...............

[nenaj1]

My co-worker saw her again this morning with the other squirrel. she was running around.

I wish I could trap her. I even went to work earlier today but didn't see her. This woman gets in more earlier than I do but the gate isn't open at that time.

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

Early morning would be your best bet thats when they are their most active!

[4skwerlz]

So is her leg infected? Frankly, in a wild squirrel I would expect the leg to heal okay on its own. The real question is: Can she survive in her current location with only one front leg? I really think this poor girl needs to be relocated at a minimum--perhaps to some kind of wildlife refuge.

I agree with Apple Corps about the dosing. I use the "peanut butter pill" to dose my wild squirrels with something like Ivermectin, which requires only one or two doses. If one of my wild squirrels needed daily antibiotics, the peanut pill would only work with one of my super-regulars, who come like clockwork every day and hang around the yard all day long. Otherwise, I would have to go ahead and trap them.

Nenaj1, you're in a tough spot. You WORK there. You can't exactly climb all over the garage door of a public parking lot during work hours--or after hours for that matter. My 2 cents is, a rehabber or someone else with the authority to do what it takes to trap this fuzzer needs to be brought in.

[nenaj1]

I have the medicine. I wish someone could help trap her :(

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

I agree you are gonna need help on this one, and like swerls said possibly relocate to a nature center.

[4skwerlz]

Let's see what everyone else thinks about it. But Nenaj1, if she has to be trapped, and you absolutely can't find help, you could do it yourself with a Havahart trap. It is not difficult at all!

I think you need to decide, and soon: Either call someone in to trap her, or go ahead and get a Havahart trap and do it yourself.

[rippie-n-lilgirlsmom]

Check a rental place you may be able to get one a lot cheaper than buying?

[4skwerlz]

Sometimes the local humane societies will lend you a trap.

If you decide to trap her yourself, I can give you step-by-step instructions.

[Apple Corps]

Do any TSB members live close enough to help out ? It sounds as if on site help is needed for sure.

[newyorker]

I just spoke to Jennifer and reiterated my advice try to trap the squirrel w/a havahart trap. Jennifer wasn't able to find a trap in Queens over the weekend, but I'll try to buy or borrow one tomorrow (Petco carries them, at least online) and either get it to her workplace, or pass it on to Jennifer in the evening. From what Jennifer's told me, I don't think I have the skill to catch this squirrel in that environment, even w/a net! The squirrel still seems to be getting around well, so perhaps we have time before possible infection sets in.

[atlantasquirrelgirl]

Home Depot and Lowes also carry Havaheart.

[nenaj1]

I spoke to Vicky this morning and I checked the home depot website. It says unavailable. But then I called one closer to me. The girl says they have one left for squirrels. Then she puts me on hold and odd how the phone is busy now all the time. Stupid little girl. I've been a customer service agent before so I know what she is doing.

I am heading their after work. I'll cut school for today. This is more important.

[Buddy'sMom]

:grouphug You truly are this squirrel's guardian angel!! :grouphug

[Apple Corps]

Here is a list of stores that normally carry the HAVAHART traps:

Wal*Mart True Value Hardware Sentry Hardware Lowes Home Depot Eagle Hardware Ace Hardware

[nenaj1]

Ok I just went out to lunch. I didn't see her but I did see the other one who usually hangs out with her :(

[nenaj1]

I need help pleaseeee

[squirrelfriend]

what is the situation? Can you give more details?

[nenaj1]

Paw has been amputated...maybe with garage door in the parking lot of the business I work in.

[nenaj1]

Hope Deport ran out and won't have until tomorrow. They only have 1 left ad it's to tiny.

[Buddy'sMom]

Hope Deport ran out and won't have until tomorrow. They only have 1 left ad it's to tiny.
Darn! Are any of the other stores Apple Corps mentioned convenient to you?

Vicky (newyorker) mentioned she would try to find one -- are you staying in touch with her? She may be the closest to your location. Except for Cat Rescue Person -- whatever happened to her? Perhaps she has a trap you could borrow or could give you other assistance? Maybe she doesn't realize you still need help?

:grouphug :grouphug

[Buddy'sMom]

Details/background: http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6311

[nenaj1]

There's are only Walmart's in Long Island. I don't know my way around there.

Lowes didn't have any left.

True Value's in my area don't have it. There is one just a few blocks fom where I work but they are out of stock.

Yes I am staying in touch with her. I tried calling her before but she didn't pick up.

Te cat lay never called me back. I'm frustrated.

[Buddy'sMom]

Is it possible the local Humane Society might have one you could borrow? (if there is a local Humane Society -- or other animal rescue, even if it is geared toward dogs and cats, maybe they would have one??)

[However, you would want to stress that you have a vet and rehabber lined up to help you after it is caught....]

[Buddy'sMom]

Deep breath! Let it ouuuuuut. Repeat as needed. :D

Very frustrating to be so close, yet so helpless. Just keep doing what you can. I don't know what newyorker's schedule is, but I'm sure she will return your call when she is able to.

Try the Cat Lady again ... and again ... and again, if needed. (squeaky wheel, and all that)

It sounds, at least, like you can make it to your class tonite? See what you can accomplish by phone, and then tackle it again tomorrow. :thumbsup

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[nenaj1]

I called many places. I told him I just need to trap it because I can get it the medical care it needs easily. but no one can help :(

[nenaj1]

Ok i just spoke to someone. I have to go pick up the havahart. I have to take a bus and train to get there but luckily I use to live in that area so I know it well. I'm gonna go right after work. I'm gonna set up the trap right in the morning also. I rather trap her in the day than at night.

I hope she's okay guys.

[Buddy'sMom]

Running out of ideas here .... I guess you are, too. I would still try newyorker and Cat Rescue Person again.

Sadly, you may be running out of options for medical treatment. And time. It is sometimes very hard to help a wild adult squirrel, even though you know they need help. Given the time from her injury, it is likely that she is healing up already and perhaps not much can be done for the wound. They do seem to heal quickly in the wild -- even from injuries we would take to an ER if we could. If it was going to become infected, that has likely already set in and might be hard to treat at this point anyway.

I'm not suggesting that you give up, but begin to consider that it might not be realistic to help her much with her injury. In trying to stay positive -- it may be that she is healing and adjusting on her own. And it STILL would be best if you could relocate her to a more suitable place to live .....

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[EDIT: Just saw your last post -- perserverence pays off!! I hope you get her tomorrow!! :) ]

[nenaj1]

I do think she needs to be relocated. Dumpsters and a parking garage. Not a good environment for her.

[Buddy'sMom]

I do think she needs to be relocated. Dumpsters and a parking garage. Not a good environment for her.

Definitely! :thumbsup

[squirrelfriend]

Oh, that one. I wish I was near by. I would come right down and get him for ya. I am up in Canada. If he is no longer fast moving I have caught some in the park with a throw blanket. Nuts always help as a lure. I have also used long butterfly nets. How about one of those nets used for scooping up a fish (The large ones that you would use for fishing not for a fish tank.:D )

[Mars]

How well is she moving around?? Does she have a set route she follows?? Most squirrels will have one set route they have scent marked and they use it to go from place to place. If you can identify her set route we can use it to set the trap for her. :)

[Apple Corps]

Any updates ???????????

[island rehabber]

The New York rehabbers' network (i.e. me and Vicky newyorker) has secured a trap for nenaji to use. Here's hoping all goes well. :)

[island rehabber]

Well, I was off-line all day yesterday and see that nothing new has been posted regarding this squirrel. I did find out that nenaj1 quit her job yesterday and won't be going back, so we don't know at this point what will happen to the squirrel. Reports up until now, howeever, have been that the squirrel is active, eating, moving around and the wound has dried blood on it but is not swollen or infected looking. It does not appear that nenaj1 will be participating in this any longer as she has not picked up the trap.

"Things that make you go Hmmmmmmmmmmm.............." :dono:thinking

[nenaj1]

Update: My boss called me and told me to come back. I had a big fight with a co-worker the other day and it got pretty bad. I cried because I was so angry but now I am back. I actually walked out of work. It got pretty ugly.

Guess what!!!! I saw momma squirrel just 5 mins ago going into the little box. she ran out when someone opened the garage door. Her paw is healed!!!!! It looks like she isn't missing half her paw like I thought!!!! No blood on it anymore either. She is using her paw but you do see she hold it up a little. It's not swollen at all. I stayed observing her closely. She's was nice and clean. Now that the blood is not there I was able to see it well. I did notice she was eating the food with the antibiotics I had been leaving her. Yippie!!!!

[nenaj1]

Her front paw. It looked like it was amputated. Looks like now that the wound is clean and there is no blood. I was able to observe her. It's all there:D

[island rehabber]

It's almost too good to be true. :D

[squirrelfriend]

Wow, that is great to hear!:thumbsup