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My squirrel is in pain. What should I do and can I give him medicine?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Squirrel | Male | unneutered | 1.08 lbs

What to do my squirrel shackles on pain, what does it mean is there medicine or something I can give him

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on May 15th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Simon. A veterinarian needs to see Simon to assist with pain management but also to determine why he is painful and to treat that. If it is true deep pain, ibuprofen is not adequate. Good luck.

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