Found 2 squirrels in our yard 6 days ago, right as Tropical Storm Fred was about to hit our area. There was nowhere to take them so I did a ton of research and began to provide care (warm, rehydrate, feeding, etc) until storm passed and businesses opened back up.

They are eastern gray squirrels and they just opened their eyes yesterday.

I am comfortable feeding them formula and taking care of them now. I am also comfortable providing them with HHBs soon.

However, I do not feel I am equipped to do their full rehab and release from my home, as much as I would love to do this. I found a Wildlife Refuge facility an hour from my home who can take them.

I guess I just need some advice on when to hand them over to the refuge center. I am very attached to them now and feel they are just little babies. I know the facility will do a good job but I just don't want to traumatize them with another big adjustment so soon after losing their mama and coming into our home.

I appreciate any advice - this is my first time taking care of baby squirrels. Thank you in advance.