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Does anyone know how to help a paraplegic squirrel? (sheezy.art)

submitted 12 hours ago by Jedikkeneus@sh.itjust.works to c/ethology@mander.xyz

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I was in the yard of an old place of residence. One of the squirrels happened to have made its legs useless, presumably from a fall. As one can see, I recorded it trying to run from me (and failing; don't worry, I just startled it and didn't do anything to it) as I stepped out of the backyard door. What would you advise?

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[–] Jedikkeneus@sh.itjust.works 6 points 11 hours ago (2 children)

[–] snoons@lemmy.ca 2 points 8 hours ago

I feel that. Poor little thing needs a little wheelchair and stair lift for it's tree.

[–] Mugmoor@lemmy.dbzer0.com 6 points 11 hours ago* (last edited 11 hours ago)

Some areas have Rehabilitation Centers for wild animals, particularly mammals. If it's saveable, they'll do everything they can. Once it's healed (if it can be), they'll want to return it to your property as well.