Re: Squirrel needing urgent medical attention!
Originally Posted by
alec
Dear forum users,
A squirrel that I rescued and successfully released in early March just came back to my door with an apparent front leg injury. It looks to me like an open fracture (no bone sticking out though) and is quite swollen. I can treat the wound but I am not sure what else he needs. Your help is appreciated!
Alex
Confinement to limit harmful activity.
A Pain / anti-Inflammatory and an antibiotic to prevent infection.
Possibly needs to be wrapped?
Posting a picture of injury could be helpful for assessment.
Step-N-Stone
State Licensed
Wildlife Master Rehabilitator