• Infants often fall from nests during storms

• Infants are orphaned during tree removal

• Infants are orphaned when wildlife companies trap and kill mom 

• Infant squirrels will approach humans and pets in desperation

• All ages encounter predation (cat/dog/snakes/hawks) and need immediate care

• Attempt reunification whenever possible (only if NOT injured)

Follow Reunification Steps:

• Keep warm but not in direct sunlight (can sunburn and dehydrate)

• Place in a box or basket near the original location

• Play crying squirrel Youtube video to get mom’s attention

• Keep pets and children away

• Observe from a distance

Humane Eviction Methods: The goal is to make the area less desirable.

• Loud noises (loud radio)

• Motion activated or strobed bright lights

• Soaked apple cider vinegar rags or cotton balls - other odors they do not like (peppermint oil, predator urine such as fox, coyote, or human)

• Repel-All (all natural ingredients and not harmful to children or pets)

• DO NOT use mothballs (harmful to humans and animals)

DIY exclusion is cheaper and saves lives. 

➡️Text NC Wildlife Rehab: 704-877-3037 if you find an injured, orphaned, or sick.