Please keep in mind that he is a wild animal, and if you decide to keep him as a pet make sure you are not breaking any federal and state laws. Here in Oregon we cannot take in red squirrels, it is against the law and punished by a very hefty fine. They also are prohibited by state law.


Also please be sure to wear gloves, since he is wild and there is no knowing that diseases he carries. Squirrels are known to spread the plague, although very rare so just please be careful. I wouldn't want you to be bit, because you would need to go to the hospital and the little guy would most likely be euthanized.