Second Chance Wildlife
Rehabilitation
“Until we extend the circle of our compassion to all
living things, we will not find peace.”
Albert Schweitzer
Is the baby covered with ants or flies?
Yes – Gently brush the insects from the baby, place it in a small box with a clean
T-shirt or towel, contact a rehabilitator immediately. DO NOT handle it otherwise,
DO NOT attempt to feed it or give it water.
No – place the baby in a shallow box with a clean T-shirt or towel. Leave the box
open. Place the box where you found the baby but shielded from direct sun. Stay out
of sight for two or three hours keeping children and pets away. After that time,
check on the baby. If it is still there you may try this again for another one-two
hours. If mom has not taken it back after that period of time, contact a rehabilitator
immediately. If it is dark or near dark when you find the baby, bring the box with
the baby inside to a quiet, warm area away from human voices and activity including
children and pets. DO NOT handle it otherwise, DO NOT attempt to feed it or give
it water. Put the box out where you found the baby at sunrise and follow the instructions
above.
Did a cat, dog or child have the squirrel?
Yes – place the baby in a small box lined with clean T-shirt or towels and contact
a rehabilitator immediately.
No – Follow the instructions above for “ants”.
Does there appear to be an injury, such as visible blood or an obviously broken limb,
skin missing, or any other sign of injury or wound, difficulty breathing?
Yes - Very gently place the baby in a box lined with clean T-shirts or towels and
contact a rehabilitator immediately.
No - Follow the instructions above for “ants”.
