Question about feeding a baby squirrel?

my husband works in tree services. yesterday he bought home a baby squirrel he found on the ground alone. he watched it to see if the mother would return, and she didn't. so he bought him home. i have looked for a wildlife rehab center, but the closest one is 2 hours away. i have been looking up info on how to care for him every since. i have got everything i need. but i have a question, when feeding him with the syringe, do i need a nipple over it. will the hardness of the plastic hurt his mouth? any tips on how to feed them would be great. thanks!Question about feeding a baby squirrel?
Nope if he takes it without a nipple then you don't have to worry about it. You just have to do what ever it takes to get food into him.Question about feeding a baby squirrel?
Depends on his age, weight etc. If he is unable to urinate or defecate, you will have to stimulate him to do that. You'll also have to make sure his fur stays clean. He may have fleas or other parasites that require immediate attention. If very young, feed him laying on his tummy, with the syringe tilted for least amount of air. Watch for aspiration (choking, sneezing, too much milk!) If this happens turn his head down and wait for all fluid to drain from his lungs. At different ages, they will begin to care for themselves, clean their own fur etc. It is important to know his age as to properly care for him.





He is better off at the rehab centre, his nutritional needs vary from day to day, and best determined by those with experience. Do they have a vet/animal hospital pick up centre near you? Unfortunately, if not fed according to a strict schedule and the correct mixture of replacement milk and possibly solid foods (again dependent on age, weight) he is at risk of serious deformities, or malnutrition with an inexperienced care giver. I understand that your heart is in the right place, but it is in his best interest to be cared for by animal rehabbers, who will often allow you to monitor his care and allow you to participate in his release. Many wild animals die in captivity because of stress. Please take him to the experts.