WILDLIFE TIP - from a rehabber

[redhen]

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Yes, Ma'am!

(I suppose the teacher did come out in me!)

And the naughty student in me!

 

[DuckLady]

So quit bringing up the closed thread. Just stop it! Sheesh!

ON TOPIC now.

Wildlife belongs in the wild. I used to get calls all the time "I found a mallard/canada gosling what do I do?"
Take it to a rehabber. The nearest one to you is...."
" But I want to keep it is is so cute"
"It is a wild animal. Take it to a rehabber or bringit to me and I will"
"But I want to keep it it is so cute"
"It is against the law for you to keep it"
"But I want to keep it it is so cute"
"Ok, I have your number on caller ID, so expect a call from Fish and Wildlife"

Your local Fish and Wildlife has the resources to help you do the right thing. Call them.

 

[Cetawin]

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Silly, reread the origanal post.

The OP said "If something is in the middle of the road. Get something to shew it off in the direction of the woods. If you aren't sure as to what to do..CALL your local game warden! They will come right out and assess the situation and take the animal to a rehab if need be." She didn't say to leave an animal in the middle of the road.

Editted to add: Very well said OP! I agree 100%.

Not here they won't..been there, done that, tried that call.


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OP...great reminder...while not agreeing with some of your post, the reminder is great.

 

[redhen]

I 100% agree. Always call your local wildlife rehabber.

 

[Rolsjo]

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I love caller ID!

 

[Stumpy]

I think fawns may be the most commonly mistaken for orphans. I think so often the mother is nearby waiting for people to leave!

 

[Year of the Rooster]

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Either that or rabbits.

 

[Chicks_N_Horses]

I have been guilty of taking baby animals that I thought needed rescuing. I used to really believe these animals needed me to save them but the more I learned the more I realized that they really needed to be left alone....unless it is very apparent they are injured or starving. Really, the momas are more than likely right there somewhere close by.


Also, you can keep in contact with the animals that you hand over to someone. Most rehabbers will let you keep in touch about the animals well being and progress. You can even be present in the release.

 

[Cetawin]

Chicks_N_Horses you are a licensed wildlife rehabber?

Pardon me if I am mistaken, but, are you not the same person who posted awhile back about your injured/sick dog that should have been taken to a vet but your husband would not allow you to spend the money for the vet?

If so, then please explain the difference in the value of a wild animal vs a pet because I see no difference, they both deserve equal care in my opinion. If that was not you that posted, then I apologize and am mistaken.

 

[MysticScorpio82]

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Silly, reread the origanal post.

The OP said "If something is in the middle of the road. Get something to shew it off in the direction of the woods. If you aren't sure as to what to do..CALL your local game warden! They will come right out and assess the situation and take the animal to a rehab if need be." She didn't say to leave an animal in the middle of the road.

Editted to add: Very well said OP! I agree 100%.

Not here they won't..been there, done that, tried that call.


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OP...great reminder...while not agreeing with some of your post, the reminder is great.

You mean the game warden won't help you out your way? That's horrible! He is being paid, he should be doing his job... I would be afraid to take in an animal I know nothing about, so I would definately MAKE them come out. Heck, before I got chickens I had to research them for 2 years

. It's just my personality, I guess I am cautious and like to be prepapred. I would be afraid of doing more harm than good if I know nothing about that type of animal, and unfortuantely I didnt come from a farming background to refer to.