The disease can cause death by exposure. Sarcoptic mange mites typically are species-specific so mange does not ordinarily spread from squirrels to people or pets. Report to authorities any squirrel that acts extremely aggressive or is convulsive. Local humane societies and municipal animal control agents sometimes assist with squirrel damage problems. Letters of authorization to take tree squirrels out of season are sometimes issued for damage situations by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission.
Municipal laws are usually more restrictive than state laws in tree squirrel control.
Southern flying squirrels are fully protected as a threatened species in Nebraska because of their limited range and low numbers. The Prevention and Control of Wildlife Damage handbook contains a directory of manufacturers, formulators and distributors of squirrel control products. Included are addresses and telephone numbers of companies that sell squirrel baffles, chimney excluders, repellents, and traps. Kenneth R. Bolen, Director of Cooperative Extension, University of Nebraska, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.