Ever found a tomato on the ground with a bite taken out of it and thought, “What on earth did that?” Yep — squirrels eat ripe tomatoes if they spot them. They’re usually after an easy snack, not out to destroy your whole plant. Weirdly reassuring, right? That means you can skip the panic and…
Ever spotted a squirrel poking around a bowl of spilled kibble? You might wonder if they’ll keep coming back. Yep—squirrels will eat cat food, especially dry kibble. It’s packed with protein and fat, and honestly, it’s just easy for them to grab. If you want to protect your yard and keep wildlife healthy, it helps…
Ever caught a squirrel poking around your dog’s bowl and wondered if it’ll keep coming back? Yep — squirrels will eat dog food, especially dry kibble, though it’s really not great for them. Let’s get into why they do this and what you should watch out for. We’ll look at what in dog food pulls…
You’ve probably watched squirrels nibble at whatever you drop in the park and wondered if bread’s actually okay for them. Sure, most squirrels will eat bread if you offer it, but honestly, it’s not the greatest choice for their health. A small bit of plain, fresh bread probably won’t hurt a healthy adult squirrel, but…
You might spot squirrels sneaking bites from your pet’s bowl. They’ll absolutely eat dog food if it’s sitting out. A little dog food won’t kill a squirrel, but it doesn’t have the nutrients they need and can cause issues if they eat it regularly. If you want healthy squirrels and a clean yard, it helps…
Ever see a squirrel rolling an orange under a tree? Maybe you’ve wondered if you should toss them one, too. Yes — squirrels will eat oranges, but that doesn’t mean they actually need them, or that oranges are always the best idea. Let’s talk about when oranges are a harmless treat—and when they’re not so…
Here’s the thing: squirrels will absolutely eat pumpkins if they get the chance. They go for the flesh, seeds, rind, and even the vines, so if you leave a pumpkin outside, it might vanish sooner than you’d think. Your porch display or garden patch probably needs a little strategy if you want your gourds to…
You’ve probably seen squirrels poking around outdoor bowls or grabbing pet food left outside. Squirrels eat cat food because it’s loaded with fat and protein, and honestly, they’ll take any easy calories they can find—especially when natural food runs short. Feeding squirrels cat food all the time can mess with their health and behavior, so…
You’ve probably watched squirrels nibble on nuts and wondered—would they go for carrots too? Yep, squirrels will eat carrots, and raw carrots are a safe, healthy treat as long as you don’t go overboard. Let’s look at when carrots make sense, how to offer them without issues, and what not to do if you want…
Ever spotted a squirrel eyeing a banana on your porch and wondered if you should let it have a bite? Yep, squirrels will eat bananas, but you should only offer them as a rare, sweet treat—not a main course. If you care about wildlife or you’re just trying to keep fruit trees safe, it helps…