�These little ones had their home cut down yesterday, and in the chaos, mom took off and got separated from her babies. With the cold setting in overnight, she wasn�t able to make it back, and the babies needed a rehabber to step in. They were far from us, but thanks to our incredible network of volunteers (aka, our wildlife rescue dream team), we guided them in care until a volunteer could reach them today.


Tonight, they�ll be safe and warm in experienced hands, and tomorrow, they�ll hitch a ride to Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary for expert care. Their new team will take over where mom left off, raising them to be wild and independent again�no tiny squirrel-sized therapy sessions needed.


Want to Help Save Wildlife? It�s Easier Than You Think!


Can you drive a car? Can you deliver a box? Congratulations, you just might be wildlife rescue material! ??


We have volunteer positions for all skill levels and nearly all physical abilities�if you have a vehicle and can still drive it, you can help save lives. If you�re looking for a bigger role and want to learn hands-on wildlife rescue, we have plenty of opportunities as baby season kicks into high gear.


When it gets busy, we�ll have more animals in need than people available to help�meaning I often end up with dozens of overnight guests who don�t even offer to pay for their stay. ?? If you want to get involved, now is the time!


I�m working on getting volunteer forms up on this website (soon, I promise!), but in the meantime, just send me a message on our Facebook page Ruffled Feathers or email me here. I�ll get back to you as soon as I can with the next steps.



Found a Baby Squirrel? Here�s What to Do


Before you swoop in to play wildlife hero, take a deep breath and assess the situation. Most of the time, baby squirrels aren�t abandoned�just waiting for mom to return. Here�s how you can help:


Step 1: Observe Before Intervening


If the baby isn�t injured, keep an eye on it from a safe distance and give mom a chance to come back. She might just be on a coffee run (or, you know, dodging chainsaws).


Step 2: Try to Reunite It With Mom


Place the baby near the nest tree where you found it and monitor from a distance. If the mother doesn�t return within a few hours, it likely needs help.


? Pro tip: Playing baby squirrel distress calls from your phone (YouTube has them!) can sometimes encourage mom to come back looking. Just be aware�predators might come looking too!


Step 3: Provide Warmth (If Needed)


If it�s cold, put the baby in a small container lined with soft material and provide a gentle heat source, like:
?? A warm water bottle wrapped in a cloth
?? A heating pad set on low


Step 4: Contact a Wildlife Rehabilitator


If the mother doesn�t return or the baby is injured, cold, weak, or covered in fleas, contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator ASAP.



What NOT to Do


? Do not take the baby home to raise it yourself�baby squirrels need specialized care, not peanut butter sandwiches and cuddles.
? Do not try to feed it anything�human food (or the wrong formula) can be deadly.
? Do not leave it exposed in an open area�put it back near the tree where mom can find it.


If you ever need help, reach out! That�s what we�re here for. ?

You can see some of my do’s and don’ts for baby squirrels here…
See a mom come to save her babies here…
Fill out an application to volunteer here…