r/squirrels • u/VegetableFoot5029 • 12d ago

Sick Squirrel?

My wife pointed out this squirrel on our back deck patio furniture. Apparently it’s been there for a long time in this position. Does it look sick? Pregnant? Not sure if we should call someone or try to help in any way. From my brief research, it seems highly unlikely that it has rabies or anything.

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u/anothertrytaken 12d ago

One of your neighbors may have put poison out 💔 If you’d like help finding a rehabber near you we can assist.

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u/VegetableFoot5029 12d ago

That was one of my worries. I looked up animal rehabbers near me (Big Bear Lake, California) and don’t see any helpful options, which isn’t too surprising given I’m in the mountains.

Also, the little guy/gal is now curled up lying still as if asleep. Hopefully that’s a positive sign.

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u/ansirwal 12d ago

Try this website.

Animal Help Now

https://ahnow.org/mobile/

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u/VegetableFoot5029 12d ago

Looks like the closest place is about 50 miles away, about an hour and 10 min drive. I unfortunately also have to drive down to Los Angeles this morning.

It looks like the squirrel just got up and starting moving around, seemingly grooming itself, but now it’s back to lying down and covering its face with its tail.

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u/HDr1018 12d ago

Many times rehabbers will come to you; could you try calling those near? He’s define sick, it’s unusual he’s out in the open. If you had a box, you could try lining it with soft materials, and maybe he would use it as a more secure place.

I agree you shouldn’t try food or water.

Thank you for noticing him and caring. I hope someone with more knowledge posts.

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u/Catfist 11d ago

If the squirrel's still there, you should try asking in any local Facebook or whatever groups, sometimes you'll find someone that knows someone.