Squirrels
Most often, a baby squirrel on the ground has fallen from its nest, and the mother may be nearby. If possible, watch the baby squirrel from a distance for an hour or so to see if the mother comes to rescue her stranded baby. Protect the baby from predators but stay far enough away to allow the mother to retrieve her baby. This is the best possible outcome.
What to do if you find…
Baby Squirrels1. Always wear gloves when handling wild squirrels. 2. First, establish that the baby squirrel needs to be rescued (see above). If there is no sign of the mother, or if the baby squirrel is injured or being stalked by a predator, it’s time to bring the baby to Native Animal Rescue. 3. Warm a soft cloth or an old t-shirt in the dryer and place it in the bottom of a box with air holes. Keep the box warm by placing it on a warm towel or on a heating pad set on low. 3. Carefully lift the baby and place it in the box. 4. Close the box and bring it to Native Animal Rescue following the directions below. 5. If you are uncomfortable handling the baby squirrel, call Native Animal Rescue at 831-462-0726.
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Injured Adult Squirrels1. Always wear gloves when handling wild squirrels. 2. If the squirrel is active and/or aggressive, it may be safest to cover it with a laundry basket, leave it where you found it, and call Native Animal Rescue for advice at 831-462-0726. 3. If you think you can handle the squirrel, prepare a cardboard box with a towel on the bottom and adequate ventilation. Warm the box by placing it on a warm towel or on a heating pad set on low. 4. Carefully lift the squirrel and place it into the box. 5. Close the box and bring the squirrel to Native Animal Rescue following the directions below. 6. If you do not feel up to handling the squirrel, call Native Animal Rescue at 831-462-0726. |
