Squirrel Mating

Appropriate age ranges for squirrel breeding:

1. Female Squirrels: First breeding at 8-12 months old
2. Male Squirrels: Can start breeding at 6-10 months old
3. Early Breeding: Breeding before 6 months is harmful
4. Optimal Age: 1-2 years old is most productive period
5. Health Check: Veterinarian approval required
6. Maximum Age: Breeding up to 4-5 years old

Tests that should be done before squirrel breeding:

• General Health Exam: Complete physical examination
• Parasite Control: Internal and external parasite screening
• Bacterial Tests: Salmonella and E.coli control
• Blood Tests: Biochemical and hematological tests
• Reproductive System: Reproductive organ examination
• Nutritional Status: Nutrition and condition control

Steps of the squirrel breeding process:

1. Initial Meeting: Meeting and agreement between owners
2. Health Check: Health tests for both squirrels
3. Cage Preparation: Breeding environment and conditions
4. Breeding Day: Determining appropriate time and place
5. Pregnancy Tracking: Female squirrel's pregnancy process
6. Kit Care: Post-birth care plan

Squirrel breeding costs:

• Health Tests: $30-60 range
• Breeding Fee: $50-120 range
• Veterinary Check: $15-30 range
• Cage Expenses: $20-40 range
• Kit Care: $30-60 range
• Total Cost: $145-310 range

What should be included in a squirrel breeding agreement:

1. Party Information: Identity information of owners
2. Squirrel Information: Species, age, health status
3. Financial Terms: Fee and payment method
4. Kit Rights: Kit distribution and rights
5. Responsibilities: Responsibilities of both parties
6. Cancellation Terms: Agreement cancellation conditions