Squirrels are common in both the country and the city.If you live in an area that doesn't have many trees or shrubs that they can eat off of, giving them food is helpful to their species.If you want to feed the squirrels in your yard, you can set up a small feeding area with a variety of food to choose from to give them a healthy snack and make them realize that you aren't a threat to their habitat
Step 1: Hanging feeders can be used to lure tree squirrels into your yard.
There is a branch 10 feet in the air.Attach your feeders to a tree with metal wire or a thick cord.Squirrels feel safe using it if it hangs high in the air.If you notice squirrels in the trees, this is a good option.
Step 2: Place food in bowls.
10 feet away from vegetation, set a few shallow bowls on the ground.The squirrel needs to feel safe enough to eat out of the bowls, so make sure you place them in the open near trees and vegetation so they can run away if they need to.During the summer, you can leave bowls of water out for the squirrel.
Step 3: Squirrels can find food in your lawn.
Spread a mixture of nuts and seeds around your yard.Make sure the food is at least 10 feet away from any large trees so that the squirrels can run away in case of danger.You can attract birds if you leave food out in your yard.
Step 4: Squirrels come near you if you hold food in your hands.
If you notice a squirrel eating from your feeders, hold a peanut to them so they can get closer to you.You don't want to scare the squirrel by making sudden movements, so keep your body still.
Step 5: A classic food choice is nuts.
Squirrels love to eat nuts, like peanuts, walnuts, and hazelnuts.Unless they get wet, nuts won't go bad, so you can leave them in your feeders until they are eaten.
Step 6: Pick a nice variety of seeds.
Squirrels like to eat birdseed mixes that have a variety of seed options.Pick up some seeds and mix them with nuts to give the squirrel a healthy snack.Most garden supply stores sell birdseed mixes.
Step 7: On top of the nuts and seeds are fresh fruits and vegetables.
Put apples, carrots, chard, and other vegetables on top of nuts and mix seeds.The first thing the squirrel will eat is fresh fruits and vegetables.Squirrels like fruits and vegetables, so it will lure them into your yard.Fruits and vegetables can be hung off the tree to lure the squirrel into the hanging feeders.
Step 8: Squirrels will get more fat if cheese is left out during the winter.
Squirrels don't normally eat cheese in nature, but the fat in it gives them something to put away in the winter.The squirrels in your area will be very happy if you put out a few slices of cheese.If you have a cheese sandwich, you can give it to the squirrels.
Step 9: Squirrels need a quick treat.
It is a good snack for a squirrel to have since most cereals are made from grain.Set out some shredded wheat, corn flakes, or grape nuts if you want to stay away from the cereals.Squirrels get a boost of energy from the sugar in cereals.
Step 10: If you have extra dog or cat food, put it in a container.
Squirrels benefit from the high levels of vitamins and minerals found in pet food.If you have leftover dry dog or cat food, put it in your feeders or lawn to make the squirrel happy.Squirrels are not good for their health if they are given wet pet food.