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Hi Funnybee
Well done increasing the food rations.
Is there any chance you might be able to weigh the little one. A tennis ball size does sound quite small. But it’s possible it’s already left Mum. If you can weigh it, I would check with your local rescue/rhabilitator (contact details available from BHPS 01584 890801) first to find out exactly what size they need to be in your area by this time of year. They need to weigh 450g or more to have a decent chance to survive hibernation, but it varies a bit from place to place exactly how early it needs to be that weight.
In the meantime, definitely keep leaving the food and water out. There may even be more hoglets around.
Good luck, let us know if there’s any more news.