I feel like this is a different kind of thing though. Thanks again! Her tail hair looked terrible when she would shed in the Spring so I started to do some research and experimentation and started using the light and Avocado. Hopefully this is the problem with your lil friend. Thank you very much William for your valuable response. They live in lowland rainforests and mostly eat leaves and fruit. Our skin changes color,( either red or brown,) when we expose it to direct sun. I suspect one of them is perceived as a predator and they are keeping a low profile. It has a heavy body with short neck and bushy tail, powerful legs and feet, and claws well-suited to digging. Yes, send a picture to SquirrelNutrition@Yahoo.com and I'll evaluate it. I don't go near them smelling like another animal and i have to change into different squirrel gear when handling each of the males. They have been on it for 3 days. It has been found to boost the immune system tremendously. Hi, Vicki! We live in Connecticut. Ill send you pics in a seperate email of pasquallie. I'm happy to find a place where maybe could help me. I think that i saw different individuals with this in the last two years. I'm worried about her. Except for six of them who I can easily determine who they are, most of the others look very alike and are of similar size with their Winter fat, so it's going to be challenging to ensure the same squirrel doesn't get a double dose. Solid brown dorsal (body) with a pale yellow or cream belly and neck band. Get out daily what you will use, and keep the rest frozen. I washed hand immediately, held pressure to stop bleeding(10-15min), applied alcohol swab and wrapped it. Even if it is not Mange, a dose will temporarily relieve it of fleas, lice, and Intestinal parasites. The Alpine chipmunk is a very small animal (~45 grams) that is only found in the high elevations (above the timberline) of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Scientific name: Tamiascuriurus hudsonicus. Do you know about the pressed corn log? Is this mange? If you could get a picture as close up as possible and send it to me at SquirrelNutrition@Yahoo.com, I would be happy to evaluate it and let you know. You don't have to worry about the other animals getting mange. I need help. Are the tops of her toes bald also? Our rehab squirrels set up their pecking order in the cage they are in. Around its eyes is a noticeable white eye ring, and its tail is bushy with a touch of white. I do not want to keep him, but I just hate to think that he may become fodder for predators as soon as I let him go. Thanks for such an interesting website!!! Hes eating and drinking. I've used Colloidal Silver 10 PPM for years to treat all kinds of conditions in Squirrels including mange. Hi I really need help with some kind of information Ive been trying to call every place wildlife place veterinarians every place I can possibly call theres a wild squirrel and hes completely lost all his hair on his body and his tail and hes got like stores like words like he scratching it and its hurting him it really looks like mange to me and I want to treat him and I need help if I could get some pictures of him and send to you do you think you could recommend me the right kind of medications for him please help my phone number is 321-362-3836 and you have my email as well please contact me back I really want to help the squirrel its a very sweet squirrel and I really want to help the hi I really need help with some kind of information Ive been trying to call every place wildlife place veterinarians every place I can possibly call theres a wild squirrel and hes completely lost all his hair on his body and his tail and hes got like sores like words like hes scratching it and its hurting him it really looks like mange to me and I want to treat him and I need help if I could get some pictures of him and send to you do you think you could recommend me the right kind of medications for him please help my phone number is 321-362-3836 and you have my email as well please contact me back I really want to help the squirrel its a very sweet squirrel and I really want to help it!!! Acorns, black walnuts, buckeyes, and smalls nut from pear tree in our yard. See answer (1) Best Answer. The ground squirrel has body stripes like chipmunks, but no head stripes. Some look horrible. Most times, squirrels don't scratch themselves raw with skin fungus, but like everything else in life, there are a few that do. The most common organism is staphylococcus. I sent more into to Illinois university so they'll contact me again. You could send any pictures and request any recipes at SquirrelNutrition@Yahoo.com. Windows are open in his room as long as its nice out. I have a pet Indian Palm Squirrel (Funambulus palmarum). Not that we don't mind caring for them, but not legal to keep them as pets here and we have plenty on our hands to do beyond that. 9.20.2006 - The Florida Ringneck Snake is one of the most commonly removed nuisance snakes in the state of Florida. Just remind me that you question came through the Blog because I get dozens of squirrel questions everyday! If you could take a picture as close as you can get to it, and send it to me at SquirrelNutrition@Yahoo.com, I could evaluate what you are seeing and better advise. I did so enjoy seeing the birds feed, I'm concerned for the safety of my dogs, the squirrels have hair missing and terrible sores, Please advise, Hi Bill If yours is a single squirrel, it is possible for it to be suckling on it's own genital. Its tail is also distinctive with concentric rings of short, coarse hair. Your boy is discovering his ability to make varied vocalizations. Ringneck snakes also have a bright yellow or orange band around the back of their neck. Key Characteristics: The American red squirrel is small, with red fur above and a white belly. The spots on his stomach have dried up and seem to be healing but yesterday I noticed the skin on his arm was raw and swollen then today after he pooped what was on his arm now it's his head. Her incessant scratching stopped and the hair started growing in on the places she was chronically bald, ( like the tops of her paws.) From what I read elsewhere ours could be a result of a bot fly larvre. Rain is due for the next 3 days straight. One aspect of these chipmunks that is interesting is that they are one of the few mammals where the female of the species is larger than the male(source). The Panamint chipmunk is a medium sized species found in the mountains of southern California and Nevada. thankyou for suggesting all the medicines When you get the hole fixed, it might be a good idea to keep a little pile of egg shells outside your chicken coop. When i do it to him he freezes in place, but doesn't seem to upset him. It's fatal in some breed of dog like collies in almost any amount, so it's use is off label and experimental outside of cows and horses. The maggots are gone and its skin is healing. Rocky and I thank you. Anyways, I just wanna share about the benefits of Genuine Haarlem Oil for the health of human especially nowadays were facing pandemic we need to boost our immune system to fight against deadly covid19 or any variant of viruses. What else can I do to prevent it? But.they need fuel to keep that high metabolism going, and that is why a quality diet is important, especially in winter! He is about 4 weeks old and has hair on his head and tail and it looks like some hair is starting to grow on the rest of his body. Sorry it took so long to get back to you. It sounds like it is probably the skin/hair fungus, but seeing what it looks like would definitely help. I feel itchy and wanted to know. Instead, the fur on the tail looked spikey. I had another person that wrote recently with a similar problem. Feeding raw coconut and avocado will help, but evevtually the immune system will rid them of the fungus. Today I was lucky enough to find a vet who works on squirrels so am planning to take him to her. Key Characteristics: Western gray squirrels typically measure 18 to 24 inches long, and may weigh more than 2 pounds. I have really enjoyed reading your comments william, and have learned alot on taking care of my Male squirrel named Jack. Later, the clitellum, a collarlike organ that goes around the worm's body the way a cigar band does a cigar, produces a ring around the worm. Key Characteristics: Douglas squirrels are recognized by their dark brownish gray back, tawny orange belly, and white eye ring. Same thing w round bald spots,itching,almost feels like something's crawling! Once their hair is well on its way to growing back in, you can stop treating. I would love to be able to treat these wild squirrels with the medicine you suggested but since I have so many squirrels it would prove hard to keep track of which ones I gave a dose to. I have a strong background in parasitology, so I think these squirrels have some sort of parasitic infection perhaps mange? Hi, Sheri! I gave her 1 3-week round of medicine mixed in PB walnut pieces (your medicine - thank you so much). Clear as mud, huh? It is called leucism, which is a condition characterized by reduced pigmentation in animals caused by a recessive allele. He or she could check to see if the skin condition is mites, would be able to prescribe something for the mites and the itch and deal with any infection the squirrel might have as a result of it's wounds. We have a mix of gray, black and red squirrels. Second, I would start giving the squirrel a drop of Carnivora two to three times a day for two weeks, then a drop per day thereafter. If you could send me a picture and let me know the age of your squirrel, it would help. Help :) !!! Lots of exercise is also necessary to keep them from becoming fat. #3.Start feeding a few soybeans, ( raw if you can get them.) with binoculars that it has a rather large red bulbous shape Here's a video I did a number of years ago about how squirrels stay warm in Winter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XLK9SYb_RU&t=27s We cut one in the morning to feed to the squirrels for their breakfast and supper. He has no bald spots yet but I believe it's coming soon with the amount of fur that he keeps leaving behind. If it is bleeding from the eye, it probably got hit by a car close to your house, or fell from a tree and sustained a severe head injury. can the squirrels mommy and daddy carry skin mites from them? I think I saw a bot fly on my squirrel yesterday. Would love to see them get better and get back out in the trees rather then our barn. I don't see any scabs but I did notice some pinprick dots of blood today. Treatment of adult squirrels with mange is generally not recommended . Is there anything else other than avocado and coconut that you suggest I feed them? I see the colloidal silver comes in a 4oz bottle but I don't see a recipe for how much to use per cup (or maybe gallon) of water. His whole tail is bold and patches of missing fur are starting to appear from his body. Thank you for your time. I would also put out the coconut milk with an ounce of Ionic Silver in it. She was always a home body and reluctant to leave the release cage. This am he started showing some aggression again. I have read a bit on your site and on here and I think I know what issue we are facing and what to do, but I wanted to be sure and see if you would be on the same page. The first dose that I gave her made a tremendous improvement. Coloration varies from white to black, but the typical coloration is gray above and lighter beneath. Hope this helped! I have a pet squirrel that doesnt go outside at all. A chipmunk is a small member of the squirrel family, with a long, fluffy white tail. I would observe it for a few days to see what it's habits are. But i have since noticed that a pair of Robins have invaded our yard and seem to be taking control of it so i assume there is a Robins nest in the yard. Merriams Chipmunk is found in central and southern California. Thanks. I'm in a bit of a pickle. I am extremely upset, she came everyday. Thank you for your blog. By "rodent blocks" I am referring to the Henry's Healthy Bites. Its one Robin mainly but every once in a while I see the 2 of them together for a short time but they are looking for worms I believe. Bill Will look into that. Two winters ago I treated 1 red squirrel for mange during the winter. I doubt that the squirrel was looking to sleep with your chickens! Above 76 it turns to a clear liquid, You can store either way. Thanks Bill for your speedy gonzales response! Do they just sometimes get itchy?. When I opened the photos I was horrified. Can the same medicine be used and if so, what dosage? He has always taste tested me since he was very young. I'm so proud and happy to say all the squirrels here have no hair loss after the worst winter in history recorded in New England! Hi Bill, If it is not mange, you've temporarily relieved them of fleas, lice, and intestinal parasites, So, it's a win-win for the squirrel. Bill. Today there was a young squirrel in the middle of the road, it looked like it had some sort of disease all over its body and the disease had taken over its face so you couldnt even see its eyes. Of the 289 species of squirrels in the world only 22% can be found in the United States. If you send me an e-mail at SquirrelNutrition@Yahoo.com and request the light treatment for thinning hair I'll send you links that show the light I use and the brand of bulb. The Northern Idaho ground squirrel may be the same or a different species as the Southern Idaho ground squirrel. She loved having her jaw massaged & belly rubbed! Raw coconut has Lauric and Capric acid. Expert advice from Bob Vila, the most trusted name in home improvement, home remodeling, home repair, and DIY. thank You, Hi Bette! they are not feeling good today,please advise, thank you Cheryl. Hi, i was wondering if you could tell me more about metabolic bone disease, how to be sure My pet indian palm squirrel has eaten his flesh from near his side to the middle of his underbelly. Guess I just needed some reassurance that this might work. Don't worry, the hair will grow back, but don't give it any more Ivermectin! It was about the diameter of a pencil. Yes, a picture would help! Once fed, they should stop for a week and look for results. its gotten bigger over the past few days. Bill, Bill, When a squirrel is severely injured, it seeks out a place to hide. You need to make sure that no shepherding dogs like collies, Old English Sheep dogs etc. All summer I saw half a dozen squirrels in my yard and enjoying my bird feeders:) For some reason now I am now seeing only one :( and this one seems to act fine, climbs the feeder pole, eats the food and peanuts that I leave on the ground. No bites thru the skin tho! ALL SPECIES FOR WEEK OF 5/7. A wildlife place will take it if you have one. Mange is caused by itch mites that are only acquired by close contact with an affected squirrel. If your squirrel was fine, and then developed this condition in captivity, it is not mange. I went to pick it up with my sweater so it wouldn't get hit by a car and it ended up scratching me. Michelle. Bill, Can I put frontline on baby squirrel for scabies ? As long as men have been wearing shirts and ties, wives have been trying to scrub out those dirt rings that seem to settle around the collar. The Colorado chipmunk is one of the few species of squirrels that is reported to be monogamous. That's pretty good. Hi, we have squirrels that frequently nest in the soffit of our outdoor stucco trim Lining the roof of our home. Chocolate has a lot of good antioxidants. Is it possible to put something out for all to eat that hopefully will help the ones that are suffering? The oils in this fruit are great for skin and coat. What I'm wonder if the fungus in squirrels could have been picked up by my cat while on this walk from the dirt or underbrush in the nature park (where there are lots of squirrels) ?? She ended up making a home in my yard somewhere and for a year she would come and play and feed with me almost everyday. Hi Michelle! William, I just got so lucky. It would take weeks for me to get it to you by mail, but, I know that the girl in Sri Lanka has a large amount of it and could probably get it to you sooner since she is just off the coast of India. Southern flying squirrels are 9 to 14 inches long with brown fur and white underside. She is probably the runt, and as such usually got pushed aside by her stronger siblings when nursing. Fred is in my living room and receives sun as it comes thru the windows. also knowledgeable. Seed-bearing hardwoods like hickory, maple, beech, and poplar are their favorites. I'm kind of at a loss as to what to tell you, because I have never kept or had a neutered male before. Bill. I am very scared to give the squirrel the paste. At the age of 5, girls in the Karen (or Kayan) and Padaung tribes of Myanmar are fitted with their first rings. Because I just did a search on my business PayPal account using your first name and it came up blank. Bill We put Cod Liver Oil in our Nut Square mixes to help supplement some Vitamin D in their diet. The Colloidal Silver is interesting. There has been a bit of bleeding, so I cleaned the area off with some warm water, and applied a small amount of neosporin to the area. They will often dine on road kill and, in captivity, will resort to cannibalism. If you do not have a Vet that will see the squirrel, write me back at SquirrelNutrition@Yahoo.com, and I will try to give you some help on home treatments. I obviously think the worst and it's so heartbreaking. A couple of years ago, I discovered that hair quality in squirrels, is directly related to diet. Both have been proven to be potent anti bacterial, anti viral and anti fungal agents. The day I returned either one of the cat's nicked his tail or Clyde started chewing on his own tail. Can I send you some photos, just having your feedback would help. ( The Skin Fungus described in the Blog article you wrote your comment on.) She had two squirrels that had it and one died before I was able to get Colloidal Silver to her. I do have a bird bath out at the feeder, would it be better to just put the colloidal silver in that instead? They are forest dwelling animals that use downed trees for shelter. That coconut oil has helped a whole bunch already and it's only been a couple of days! I rescued a grey squirrel 3 springs back. I treat Dermatophytosis with good nutrition, because it's their immune system that ultimately rids them of the fungus. My baby squirrel has some white powder inside the hair in the body.He itching his body most of the time.What can I do to make comfort him, Hi, Vishmi! Try increasing the fat content of your squirrel's formula if it is still taking formula. I think your dog will be OK. I have two human boys 21 and 16. I took care of her for 2 weeks in our home but each day I prepared a safe area in my yard for her in hopes her mother would find her. Can you please contact me (email is great) with advice? I just wanted to let you know that your latest antidote in MCT oil is not only easier to administer but works amazing. There are 65 species of squirrels in the United States. What do you think I should do about this? :>) Thank you! Vitamin D deficiency doesn't cause rickets, it's calcium deficiency that causes that. She was out in the rainy weather for at least an entire day until we found her. As I said before, the quality of their hair is dependent upon their nutrition status. About 2 months ago I noticed one was in terrible shape (skin looks red/bloody, irritated,scabby with bald spots), searching online I found your site and now I know he has mange. (You have provided that by putting it in a box and covering it up.) The vet could not identify the problem and gave him an antibiotic shot. He said it would take about one month for hormone to get out of his system. I have to take her for a heart sonar tomorrow as well as blood tests,the vet does not seem to think its a skin disease because she is not scratching and its only on the front paws,they seem puzzled by what wrong with her. Hi Marmot! He does appear to be better today, as far as his activity level, but he is still very red, and a pit stand-offish. It broke my heart to see it like this. If you copy and paste your post into an e-mail and send it to SquirrelNutrition@Yahoo.com I'll forward some PDF files with information that will help! Glad I found your site:). This subfamily includes the Gray, Fox, Red and Flying squirrels that are common in backyards, woods and parks. If not please any suggestions. Lauric and Capric acid have proven by study to effectively treat them. What I know, is what I've read and studied about this condition. Bill. He's always open to questions and comments regarding Squirrels and their care and feeding. Can you put it in the food? They may also be found in stands of Douglas fir where some oaks or pines are mixed in. Those that have not improved, treat as a first dose. Bill, I have noticed over the past year or so my colony of squirrels I feed have been losing their hair.not all of them, but a few. I can help. Today we will press some of it to retrieve the oil for topical application to the spots of concern. Hi Shannon! An adult pelage (coat) is solid black on the dorsal surface of the head and nose, and gray and light brown elsewhere on the body. I have reintroduced milk to their diet and have them on clavamox. I came here looking for help with an apparently injured squirrel. They are the largest of the ground squirrels and can weigh up to 15 pounds. Bill. This is one of the few species of squirrel that really loves meat. This can be a problem in the Winter because of freezing. It worked fine this summer and it seems to be working this time also. tho he is not affected as of yet. I wish you had written before ordering the paste, (Ivermectin.) Ditto on all the nice things you say about Billl!! Also called the 'ring-necked snake', they are known for their bright coloration and their strange posture of curling up the tail-tip when threatened. Here are some of the color combinations you can expect to find in baby ringneck snakes. When my first squirrel, Lucky, got it, I believe it was my fault because I violated one of the basic principles of being a Registered Nurse, "Always wash your hands between taking care of patients." Long story-short, he started to lay down under the tree where I feed the squirrels in the dirt. Just notice one of our wild squirrels has an hairless circular lesion the size of an half-dollar behind his front leg on his back. Hope Bill can shed some light on this. You can send me the picture at SquirrelNutrition@Yahoo.com. He had pink lumps that have developed into dark hardened legions that he is now biting and chewing off leaving flesh below that he is licking. Yesterday she noticed a squirrel in her yard that has all of the tail fur, but a naked body. There is no redness, just missing fur exposing the delicate pink flesh. Wouldn't have applied it until hearing from you but good to know we will have it for when she grows. If you could send a picture to SquirrelNutrition@Yahoo.com I would be happy to evaluate it and make a suggestion for treatment. The way to tell if it is Bot Flies, is that the Warbles or bumps have a hole in them where the larvae sticks its butt out the breathe! So, yes, they can be carried by the mother and transmitted to her babies. Hi again Bill, Why Would They and Where Are They Going? If that is the case, your baby has a strong need to suckle beyond normal feeding times. Then, when it does arrive, what's the best way to administer it? We are unsure of how much we should be feeding it Kind of just winging everything to do with him. Increase the fat in your squirrels diet, See if you can get it to eat Avocado and coconut out of the shell. One of them has a skin condition which, after reading your blog, I think I can identify as dermatophytosis. Last fall I re-lanscaped the front yard and used black mulch. From this website, I have learned much. Most commercial formulas are made from skim milk with a bunch of useless fillers and vitamins. This year and within the last 2 weeks I've counted 5 squirrels 1/2 naked with more squirrels beginning to miss hair. Here they live mainly in deserts where they prefer homes near heavy vegetation. The squirrel hibernates during the winter and enters an inactive period in its burrow during the hot summer months. I was really hoping that you could help me if I send you a picture. Bill. Thank you for visiting! Whichever is true I've had a lot of good success using it for many different conditions. I saw a sick fox a couple of years ago with mange and its skin was blackish. If you had ordered you would have received a tracking e-mail from the Post Office! Bill. Barn Owl (Tytonidae) Becards, Tityras, and Allies (Tityridae) . The poor critters are scratching so much, it's a wonder they survive. Thanks Bev, Can dogs get diseases from squirrels? The California Chipmunk is found in the mountain of southern California. I have bought mange kits from you but my problem is how do I distribute this medicine to these affected wild squirrels when there can be 8 or more normal ones at the feeders at the same time? When they look your way, throw a peanut in their direction. The long eared chipmunk is found in the Sierra Nevada mountains and are named after their long and slender ears. My 8 year old blind Eastern Gray would get a bald belly every winter. I have pictures but don't know how tp upload. Thanks! I have a baby squirrel I found that has dry skin. I put out a cat bed (new) and a cammy cloth b/c it's ultra soft and warn for her face, no idea if she will use it or just pee on itShe is not getting any medicine b/c i am unsure which it is, for her condition- and it's very sudden. The people who found him, laying next to his dead sister on the ground, debated about putting him out of his misery and at that point, they called me. You will just have to wait and see what happens. I would assume that is a good thing and gives them the nutrition they need as does the coconut oilright? Sorry, William. This is a substance made from the sap of the Venus Fly Trap plant. I can only hope she returns in good health but if she does, than i will know she is ok and if not, then I will assume she being far more tame than most, might have led to her trusting to her allowing a predator too closeor equally bad, she has passed due to the problems u suggeste. She put out extra seed and some water for him. There a link to buy medicine. I love squirrels and enjoy watching the in my back yard. I leave in Michigan. Bill, Hello, It has what looks like an indurated inflammed inner lesion which looks like one puncture mark. Ultherapy - Ultrasound technology will help to tighten the skin around the neck . of June, right on time her new hair started growing again. Excessive salt intake will cause thinning of hair in squirrels. 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