Feeding Your Pet Squirrel Rodent Block—2-4 small blocks per day. . High-Calcium Vegetables—5-7 thumb-sized pieces per day. . Other Healthy Veggies—2-3 pieces per day. . Wild Foods—Unlimited while in season. . Animal Protein. . Fruit—2 slices per day. . Nuts/Seeds—Two per day, preferably in the shell. . Something to Chew On.
How often should a baby squirrel eat?
Squirrels that are four weeks old or younger should receive six to eight feedings per day. Those four to eight weeks old should receive four to five feedings daily, and those nine weeks or older only need to be fed once per day. The squirrel should eat five percent of their body weight (in grams) at each feeding.
Can you hand feed a squirrel?
If you're interested in feeding the occasional squirrel by hand rather than setting up a feeder outside your house, reconsider. Feeding squirrels by hand teaches them that they have nothing to fear from humans. That can lead to them getting too comfortable around people and in residential areas.
What can I feed my squirrel?
If you want to feed the squirrels in your backyard, the best foods to offer are nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables. Specifically, squirrels love walnuts, almonds, apples, carrots, and other foods that grow locally in your area.
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