Friday, May 14, 2010

Southern flying squirrels as pets?

Does any one know if it is legal to have one as a pet in new hampshire. or who I call to find out the info?Southern flying squirrels as pets?
i believe esbilac is actually best for baby flying squirrels. i don't know if they are legal in new hampshire, but i think you call the local wildlife agency. a local veterinarian might also know... please realize that they do not make the best 'pets.' they are chewers and not very cuddly at all. they can be fun, but they are nothing like a rabbit or ferret, etc.Southern flying squirrels as pets?
Whether or not it's legal or not I can't say but if they are young enough to not have their eyes open feed Goat milk (cow milk will starve them to death) every three or four hours, handle them frequently and keep them on a heating pad with towels n the bottom so they can crawl around and adjust themselves to the right temperature. As they grow up be careful how you handle them and never,never grasp one tight enough to restrain it. Cup it in your hands and move it where you want it and release. Remember always there is no such thing as a pet squirrel only another wild squirrel who has lost the natural fear of human beings and should be treated as such.Any time you grasp a squirrel tightly you will instantly be bitten by it. Email me if you need any more advise.

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