southern flying squirrels

A southern flying squirrel is quite small.

Adults are usually 9 to 10 " long including the tail,

and weigh between 4- 6oz. It's large eyes, loving nature,

and gliding ability make it a popular pocket pet.

Hand Tamed Babies

We furnish a bonding pouch & care information with each squirrel.

Additional Bonding pouches are $7, cotton bedding $5, Rep-Cal ( Calcium w/ D3 powder ) $8.

Southern flying squirrels need a cage at least 2'x2'x2'. Bar spacing should be no more than 1/2" wide. Provide plenty of non-toxic branches for them to climb on. A hanging pouch is a great sleeping area. Provide natural cotton bedding for nesting material. Line the bottom of the cage with newspaper.

A flying squirrel's daily diet should consist of a quality hamster/gerbil mix, fresh fruit and vegetables. Pecans are a favorite of the flying squirrels but should be limited to half of one as a daily treat. Calcium must be added to their diet. This can be accomplished with Rep-Cal or a similar product placed on the fruit. (Rep-Cal is calcium with vitamin D₃and can be found in the reptile section of most pet stores.)

Provide an 8 oz. water bottle.

It is important to acquire your baby squirrel at no more than 8 weeks of age and carry them in your shirt pocket or in a bonding pouch for several hours a days for at least two to three weeks.

It is very important to purchase your hand fed baby squirrel from a reputable dealer.

Southern flying squirrels do not harbor fleas, lice, ticks, mites or any other parasites that might transmit disease, thus disease among flying squirrels is very rare.