Baby Squirrel Formula Replacement

Fox valley day one 20 50 formula is designed specifically for orphaned squirrels that are older than 4 weeks old.

Baby squirrel formula replacement. This adds lauric and capric acid to the formula that the squirrel s liver will convert to a substance called monolaurin. 3 tablespoons goat milk. 3 tablespoons plain yogurt. Prepare a rehydrating solution or milk replacement formula as advised and feed the squirrel slowly carefully and frequently as directed.

You don t have to worry about adding cream yogurt or probiotics. To use just mix with distilled water. For squirrels over four weeks or with eyes opened fox valley day one 20 50 is recommended. Monolaurin is the substance in breast milk that is believed to give babies immunity from disease.

For squirrels up to four weeks of age the best formula is fox valley day one 32 40 appropriate for baby squirrels under four weeks eastern cottontail or baby opossum under 45 grams. Let sit in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before first use longer if possible is best. Then order the appropriate fox valley formula from henry s. When first starting the esbilac gradually add initial water to the formula for the first few feedings making the formula closer to full strength with each feeding.

Instructions for preparing an interim homemade formula to sustain the baby until the formula arrives. Links to online resources that sell formula and rehabilitation supplies to help you successfully care for an infant squirrel. Remove any visible parasites fleas larva eggs etc on baby s skin using an old toothbrush and or tweezers. After several weeks you can slowly introduce solid foods once again with the rehabilitator s guidance.

Formula also called milk replacer since esbilac changed their product there is no safe formula you can buy at the store so start with homemade goat milk formula. Instructions for transitioning from one formula to another. Squirrel refuge recommends using fox valley day one formula for squirrels. Carefully clean baby with blue dawn soap or instant shampoo which is a no rinse formula that gently loosens dirt dissolves oils and deodorizes a squirrel s skin and coat.

2 fox valley squirrel formula. Their eyes should be open. Squirrel milk is rich in fat and protein. Instructions for preparing and storing formula.

If you find a baby squirrel that you re sure needs care contact a wildlife rehabilitator first to get expert guidance. Mix 1 part esbilac to 2 parts hot water. This is the best formula for baby squirrels that are recommended by wildlife rehabilitation centers. I add 2 to 3 drops of raw coconut oil to each feeding.