Squirrel emergency

[Tiffanygrove]

I have never rescued a squirrel, but my daughter and I found a partially paralyzed squirrel in the road and I have no idea what to do. his back legs are paralyzed but he looks alert, warm and lively. He’s hiding in a dog kennel right now I put in some wet cat food and water but he probably won’t try to eat right away anyway.

[island rehabber]

Bless you for bringing him in. Unfortunately, hind end paralysis can go one of three ways:
Most often, the spine is fractured and the squirrel will pass away in 72 hrs as its organs break down.
Less often, a course of Prednisone and physical therapy can restore movement in the back legs. This will require a vet's help. Most rarely, if there is only nerve damage, the squirrel will fully recover. Are you able to find a rehabber near you who can access a vet?

PS: cat food is mostly protein but squirrels are vegetarians. Try some fruit, like apple or pear.

[island rehabber]

This place may be near you....
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