In 2025 what is current recommendation for pinkies and older bottle babies?

[Littlepaws]

I see a lot of posts about problems with esbilac & some fox Valley formulas, but these are old posts. What is the current status and 2025 recommendations for formula for pinky squirrels and for older babies?

[island rehabber]

My personal opinion is that neonates (1 wk old or less) don't do well with any of the powdered formulas available for squirrels. In the past I used Esbilac with great success but since it's changed again, no. The temporary Goat Milk formula found on this board is advisable for 1-7 days old.

[Littlepaws]

My personal opinion is that neonates (1 wk old or less) don't do well with any of the powdered formulas available for squirrels. In the past I used Esbilac with great success but since it's changed again, no. The temporary Goat Milk formula found on this board is advisable for 1-7 days old.

And after one week?

[island rehabber]

At 2 weeks I gradually transition to the Esbilac with Fox Valley Ultra Boost added at a 3:1 ratio. At four weeks I go to FV 20/50 with Ultra Boost added with a 2:1 ratio. Works really well for me.

[Littlepaws]

Thank you!