Re: Possibly orphaned babies, what to do?
Originally Posted by
Binkers mom
Hi, I have a squirrel house and there are 2, for sure, babies in there, maybe more. They look about 5- 5 1/2 weeks old. No fur on the underside of tail yet.
They have been climbing in and out of the house, onto its roof, all afternoon until night and calling for mama. I observed until after dark and no mama showed up. A couple of squirrels went to the squirrel house and looked inside and left. So,
What should I do at this point ???
They didn't look to thin but dehydration will be a concern.
Thank you.
If momma has not come around something has happened to her and these babies will need intervention.
Dehydration is a big concern and they will need nourishment /formula as they would still be nursing momma.
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