Originally posted by Amber
Thanks for the great info you are giving me!! I just got done feeding him, he is very tired, he couldnt really keep his i lids open! But he is eating very well!
I will have my mom or dad call the wildlife place to get hints and tips! I do have a question.
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I havent seen any stool from him yet he isnt going! but he is urining fine. Is this a problem?
You will need to stimulate him to defecate by using a warm cloth or towel on his bottom, just rubbing gently and this should stimulate him to go to the bathroom. Since he is a youngin he may be constipated from the milk being switched, so you might want to add a little Pedialyte to the milk, for the first couple of days in order to prevent constipation. I would suggest wearing gloves when you do this.
I found some more info.
http://www.squirrelworld.com/ifounda.html
http://www.squirrelworld.com/firstassessment.html
Oh this one says to use Pedialyte too, so now I feel better giving that advice. I always remember my vet telling me to add Pedialyte or lactaed ringers solution anytime you feed an orphaned animal for the first couple days.
http://www.squirrelworld.com/firsttreatment.html
Just follow the "Next" links and you should find a wealth of information! Hope this helps and keep me updated!
So go get some puppy milk! Esbilac is the best apparently!
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