Who do you call for hurt wildlife?

Who do you call for hurt wildlife?

Once you’re sure the animal needs your help, call a wildlife rehabilitator for assistance. If you’re unable to locate a rehabilitator, try contacting an animal shelter, humane society, animal control agency, nature center, state wildlife agency or veterinarian.

Who pays for the costs to rehabilitate wildlife in Ontario?

The actions of one wildlife custodian can reflect on all authorized wildlife custodians in the province. How you respond to the public and others in the wildlife rehabilitation community is important. All expenses associated with wildlife rehabilitation are paid by the wildlife custodian.

What do I do with an injured squirrel in Ontario?

If you find an injured squirrel, carefully place it in a lined small box without food or water and then contact the wildlife rehabilitation centre, like Shades of Hope. They will either direct you to a veterinarian or request that the animal be brought to their animal rehab program.

Can you take wild animals to the vet?

Wild animals are protected by law. It is illegal to take an animal from the wild to care for or keep as a pet. If you determine that an animal needs care, you can contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator for assistance.

What do you do if you find an injured animal?

Do call for help. Once you are sure the animal needs assistance (you see blood, broken bones or a dead parent nearby), contact your local wildlife rehabilitation center (find one here), animal shelter, humane society or veterinarian. If you don’t have access to any of these phone numbers, call 911.

Where can I find a wildlife rehabilitator near me?

If your state wildlife agency doesn’t list wildlife rehabilitators in your area, you can check for the nearest wildlife rehabilitators by going to the AnimalHelpNow website. You can also locate wildlife rehabilitators by visiting the National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association’s (NWRA) “Finding a Rehabilitator” page.

How do I get a wildlife rehabilitation permit in Ontario?

You need to pass the Ontario Wildlife Rehabilitation Exam ( OWRE ). Your local Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry district office or the regional wildlife specialist at your regional office can help you arrange an examination date and location.

What to do if you find a hurt squirrel?

If the squirrel is hurt:

1. Handle the squirrel as little as possible.
2. Keep the squirrel warm – human body temperature is a good guideline.
3. Place the box or cage away from other animals and keep the area as quiet as possible.
4. Contact A Rehabber!

Who do I call for a hurt squirrel?

If you should discover an injured or orphaned mammal, such as a raccoon, squirrel, opossum or coyote, please call your local police or animal control office for pickup, or bring it to the Wildlife Center for treatment.

What do you do if you find a wild rabbit sick?

If it is a wild rabbit, injured, contact a wildlife rehabber immediately, Google your state and “wildlife rehabbers.” Call your local Humane Society who may have a Wildlife Center.

Do vets charge for treating wild animals?

Vets aren’t obliged to treat wildlife for free, and typically aren’t trained in the care of wildlife, so it is a good idea to call around local practices before visiting, and find out if your vet has links with local wildlife rescue groups to make sure the animal is taken care of after being treated.