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How can I rescue and care for the baby squirrels I found near my house?
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Contact your state's wildlife rescue organization. They will tell you exactly what to do and what to feed the squirrels. They usually have a 24 hour hotline so check your phone book.
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sorry i don't know. but u can ask uncle donald.
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What Licorcemom and Ilse said!
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Try calling your local wildlife or nature center for information. The squirrels may not be in fact abandoned, the mother may just be away from the nest for a period of time. They will be able to help you discern if indeed they need to be rescued and can tell you how and what to feed them. Frequently KMR ( Kitten Milk Replacer is used..buy it at the grocery or pet store ) and need to be kept warm with a heating pad under PART of the box so they don't overheat. They sometimes need feedings every 2 hours. They need to be kept in a quiet, darkened, cozy box. CHECK WITH THE NATURE CENTER...or maybe your vet.
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ask a vet or call an animal shelter or call a pet store. maybe look on the internet too. good luck! baby squirrels are cute!
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Bring em back, the mother will take care of em. They start with milk, then small seeds. Try giving them bird feeder seeds.
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