Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Dwelling
• Method 2 of 4: Keep the Protein Warm
• Method 3 of 4: What and How to Feed
• Method 4 of 4: About health
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Keeping squirrel as a pet is hard enough. If you decide to get a squirrel, then get cubs, not adults (they are almost impossible to raise).

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Dwelling

1. 1 We build a suitable cage. A room is needed where the squirrel can climb and wood (hardwood) so that the squirrel can gnaw it. This is very important for the health of the teeth and especially during the period when the teeth start to cut. The author of this article made a cage from 2 round pieces of wood (2x4), fastened together from the inside. Wire mesh as walls. Keep in mind that a squirrel needs a lot of space, unless you are going to let it go for a walk around the house (a bad idea, because it will chew whatever it wants, including wires).
2. 2 Make sure the wire mesh is strong and safe. There should be no sharp protrusions or holes in it. Put a folded blanket or other soft bedding (cotton) in a shoebox - and here is a wonderful place to sleep. Make sure the bedding is large enough and there is enough room in the box for the squirrel to snuggle up. Another option is a sleeping bag, which is used for ferrets.

Method 2 of 4: Keep the Protein Warm

1. 1 Help the cub to keep warm. The squirrel kid cannot regulate body temperature on his own and cannot keep warm without help, so he needs help. Place a heating pad under the deck on one side of the cage. The cool side is necessary to keep the squirrel cool if it gets too hot. In any case, the temperature should not exceed 38 degrees.
   • The temperature of the squirrel should be about 38 degrees, i.e. it should be slightly warmer than your hands. A frozen squirrel can die very easily, so temperature is very important.
   • Frozen protein cannot digest food as well as normal protein. Do not feed frozen squirrels.

Method 3 of 4: What and How to Feed

1. 1 Feed your protein the right way.
   • Food for adults: food for rodents from the nearest pet store + fresh vegetables, sometimes fruits and nuts as a treat.
   • For children: be sure to use a syringe to feed the milk replacer. Feed slowly and carefully, otherwise milk may enter your nose and cause pneumonia.Many pet stores sell milk replacers for different animals.
     • 2-3 weeks old: feed 5 times a day. Start at 1.5 cubic centimeters and work up to three.
     • Age 4-5 weeks: 4 times a day. Start at 3.5 and work up to 5 cc. cm.
     • Age 6-7 weeks: 4 times a day. Start at 6 and work up to 9.
     • Age 8 weeks: 2 times a day from 10 to 14 cubic centimeters. Start weaning gradually and feed small pieces of solid food.
2. 2 About water. Drinking bottles (such as those found in rabbits and other rodents) are an excellent choice for healthy squirrels. If not drinking from a bottle. Then use a saucer, but know that they are masters of making riots.

Method 4 of 4: About health

1. 1 Keep the squirrel away from infections. If someone in the house has a cold or other viral disease, keep them away from the squirrel. Be sure to wash your hands before and after feeding, brushing, or simply touching.
2. 2Avoid excessive physical contact with the protein.
3. 3Take your squirrel to your vet for regular checkups.

Tips

• Purchase squirrel from a breeder or pet store.
• Be sure to ask the breeder everything about nutrition and do not feed the protein with food that is not intended for them (cat, dog, etc.)

Warnings

• Never try to tame a wild squirrel. They are mammals and can be infectious with rabies.
• If you find a wild squirrel cub, contact your local veterinarian.
• Don't feed protein with cat milk replacer. Use a special substitute. Some dog substitutes may work as well. The wrong substitute can cause diarrhea (can cause death from malnutrition) and growth problems.

What do you need

• Large, roomy cage
• Accessories