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Will dry cat food hurt squirrels?

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Created: 2022-05-18 09:09:15

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Cat Food Can Be Dangerous for Squirrels As I mentioned above, squirrels cannot digest cellulose. Several types of inexpensive plant fibers are added to canned pet foods and processed dry foods. These include flaxseed, fruit pectin, oat, grain hulls, beet pulp, buckwheat, and other grain hulls.


What food is toxic for squirrels?

Toxic foods are poisonous to squirrels and should be completely avoided.High-sugar foods (candy, cookies, granola, sweetened breakfast cereals)High-starch foods (pasta, bread, rice, potatoes)Salty foods.Human junk food.Cashews.Sunflower seeds.Dried corn.Pine nuts.Unsafe Foods for Squirrels - Exotic Nutrition

What wild animals will eat dry cat food?

Cats are not the only creatures attracted to cat food. Raccoons, coyotes, and rats and mice are, too. And these animals are fairly abundant here in western Prince William County, and perhaps in your area.

Why you shouldn't feed the squirrels?

Feeding the squirrels unfortunately might only result in feeding the invaders. Even in the absence of invaders, feeding wildlife is associated with risks. Feeding squirrels may cause them to lose their natural fear of humans, and this isn't good for either side of the equation.

What should I not feed my pet squirrel?

Avoid: Dates, dried fruit of any kind, figs, fruit juice, persimmons, plums, prunes, raisins. 7. Nuts/Seeds—Two per day, preferably in the shell. Acorns, whole roasted pumpkin seeds, and almonds are the healthiest, followed by hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, English walnuts, pecans, pistachios, and peanuts, in that order.

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