NEED REHABBER IN TAMPA ASAP

[Pistachio19]

Im a landscaper and I found a baby squirrel out of the tree that was being trimmed by my crew I put it in on my sweater next to the tree when they 317344317344finished and waited a couple hours to see if mama would come get it but it was a no show I took it home from research I think it’s about two weeks from the dark color of the skin no hair jus very little peach fuzz on head no umbilical cord I started the puppy formula right away there was no signs of dehydration and it took to it very well I been using the 1cc syringe no nipple can’t find any near me and waiting in the mail for the ones I ordered however it is peeing and pooping every feed every two and a half hours it’s been four days and this baby looks a little on the small side not getting bigger it eats two syringes but very slowly because I’m scared to drown it so I jus put it on the lips and tongue when it opens her mouth Now mind you it does the open fish mouth thing and the tongue stuck thing but I quickly rub it’s chin and it stops right away that’s why it takes me so long to feed her because it scares me every time now mind you she has hell of energy because she is super squirmy and crawly when I’m feeding her and after the second syringe she sleeps right away I don’t want to Over feed and over tire her but I’m worried she isn’t getting enough I’m in Tampa Florida anyone out here who can help me and Pistachio out?!

[island rehabber]

Pistachio19 you are doing ok so far, so don't panic. :grin3 However, a baby this small needs to be raised with other babies, by someone who has done this before. I will alert as many members I can think of in your area who may be able to help!

Please remember to hold the baby upright and let him slowly lap at the syringe. If he is an eager little sucker, don't let him pull the syringe himself -- gently hold back and then tap just a tiny bit to let more formula through. Keep him warm at all times, even while feeding. Go slowly -- it's better to annoy the baby than aspirate him. :)

Hang in there -- and feel free to keep posting questions and photos!

[Nancy in New York]

Here's a link to baby squirrel care.
https://www.henryspets.com/1-baby-squirrel-care-guide/

It's 6 short concise pages with the next button at the top right corner.

You can also order supplies from this site.

Leigh, the owner, is a member of this board.
You can always call her too if we don't answer right away.

Thank you for helping this little one.

[island rehabber]

Pistachio19: Kelly Brady, a rehabber in St Pete, will happily take your little guy into her group of fuzzies. She is excellent. :dance She has an appointment this morning but asks if you can bring the baby to her later?

[CritterMom]

Pistachio19: Kelly Brady, a rehabber in St Pete, will happily take your little guy into her group of fuzzies. She is excellent. :dance She has an appointment this morning but asks if you can bring the baby to her later?

Lucky baby!

[Charley Chuckles]

Kelly👏

[island rehabber]

Pistachio19, please text me at 914...309.....0279. I have a rehabber to help!

[island rehabber]

Slight change in plans, but an equally great rehabber ready and waiting with Kelly's blessings (she has a full house already!) Pistachio19, where arrrre yoouuu

[Buddy]

Awww.... Baby Pistachio is precious!! :blowkiss

[island rehabber]

MR./MS

LANDSCAPER!

PLEASE update us about your baby squirrel.
We have a local squirrel rehabber ready and
willing to take him.

PLEASE, at least let us know the status, because
We Care.

[island rehabber]

*THINKING OF RAISING THAT BABY YOURSELF?

You've found a baby squirrel, and you've found The Squirrel Board.*
You're here in the Emergency Forum and you've read a little bit about how to keep the baby alive. Maybe you've warmed the baby up and he's starting to get active and nuzzle your hand. Maybe you've tried a little warm Pedialyte and he loved it and he looks so cute while he's slurping that syringe and when he's all curled up in a ball. And you figure, smart person that you are, that you're doing so well, it can't be THAT hard to raise this baby yourself.......

Yes, it can.

Please ask yourself the following questions:


Are you prepared to go out*NOW*and find Esbilac with probiotics, or*goat's milk*to start him on formula, followed by Fox Valley Squirrel formula that can only be ordered ON LINE and costs upwards of $11 per canister?Are you prepared to go wherever you have to go,*NOW,*to get a 1cc syringe to feed this baby properly without aspirating him?Are you prepared starting right*NOW*to feed this baby as frequently as required by its age and condition, including*getting up in the middle of the night?Are you prepared to use, or go out and buy*NOW,*a*heating pad without the automatic shut-off feature?*It is an absolute MUST for baby squirrels. Other heat sources will not be adequate and the baby will die.

When your baby starts "clicking" and becomes lethargic because he accidentally inhaled a bit of formula,*will you be able to get prescription-only antibiotics within the next 2 hours to save its life? There are NO over- the- counter antibiotics that will cure pneumonia in a baby squirrel. NONE.


Are you prepared,*LATER ON*as the squirrel grows, to buy or build a series of appropriate cages for the animal's age, to buy expensive fresh produce which the squirrel requires for good health, to seek out skilled veterinary help even if you are in an "illegal state", and to learn how to "soft release" the squirrel in an appropriate release site so it will have a chance to survive in the wild?

Are you prepared to resist ALL temptation to "introduce" the squirrel to your household pets, thereby giving the squirrel the delusion that cats and dogs will not kill him when he is out in the wild? Are you prepared to keep the squirrel and the pets*separate*for the entire life of the squirrel?

If you have answered NO to even one of these questions, you need to contact a qualified wildlife rehabilitator and we will help you do that.....

NOW.

[albre999]

Pistachio19 you are doing ok so far, so don't panic. :grin3 However, a baby this small needs to be raised with other babies, by someone who has done this before. I will alert as many members I can think of in your area who may be able to help!

Please remember to hold the baby upright and let him slowly lap at the syringe. If he is an eager little sucker, don't let him pull the syringe himself -- gently hold back and then tap just a tiny bit to let more formula through. Keep him warm at all times, even while feeding. Go slowly -- it's better to annoy the baby than aspirate him. :)

Hang in there -- and feel free to keep posting questions and photos!


Hi, my name is Bev and I live in Sarasota, Fl. I just rehabbed a orphaned squirrel named Trixie. She is 3 1/2 months old. By accident she got out of my screened Lanai. I really miss her and would love to rehab another orphan squirrel. If you have not found anyone yet, please call me and I would love to take her in. My phone # is 941-993-8002 I hope she is okay. Thank you 🙏