Lending a Hand to Injured, Orphaned and Abandoned Wildlife
Pine View WRC has extended knowledge in two
areas of rehabilitation. Through more than 18 years of experience rehabilitating, the Red Fox and Birds
of Prey are our areas of expertise. We wish to share what our patients have
instinctively taught us. We continue to learn.
Many of Pine View's patients are brought to the Center
by concerned individuals in surrounding communities. Others come from
local animal shelters or are transferred from other rehab centers. When
necessary, trained members of the Center's staff go out into the community and
rescue troubled birds or animals.
Upon arrival at the Center, an animal is examined and
attended to by staff members and volunteers. Pine View is fortunate to
have two area veterinary clinics that donate their time and services for those
animals whose injuries are severe.
After diagnosis, a rehabilitation protocol is instituted for each specific bird or
animal.
The goal is to stabilize and strengthen the animal for eventual
release back into the wild. In the case of orphaned baby animals, the
young are cared for with as little human contact as possible in order to prevent
imprinting.
Once a patient is exhibiting wild behaviors and proves that it is able to care for
itself, it is ready for release. If possible, birds and animals are
released in the area where they were initially found. Animals
that were rescued from urban or heavily populated areas are relocated to more
appropriate habitat.
The release of a wild creature is truly a special event at Pine View. There is nothing more
rewarding for the Center's staff than watching a fox run off into the woods or an owl fly freely once again after a successful rehabilitation.
Pine View Wildlife Rehabilition and Education Center works hand-in-hand with fellow rehabilitators, nature centers, environmental groups,
humane societies, and other educational institutions across Wisconsin. As a member of the Board of Directors for the National Wildlife Rehabilitation Association,
Jeannie also has the unique opportunity to network with experienced rehabilitators around the nation.
Additional References
Pine View WRC staff has two books available for additional reference. Click on either book cover to place an order!
The Red Fox and Wildlife Rehabilitation is a comprehensive guide to
the natural history, anatomy and taxonomy combined with documentation, observation and anecdotal records of the red fox, based on more than 12 years experience rehabilitating red fox. Written by Jeannie Lord.
$8 contribution
Understanding Wisconsin's Wildlife is a student handbook for K-7.
Full color photos and vivid descriptions of how to respect and identify indigenous wildlife make this
book a great tool for educating our youth. Written by Jeannie Lord. $10 contribution
Pine View WRC W4953 Hwy H Fredonia, WI 53021 phone (262) 692-9021
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The goal is to stabilize and strengthen the animal for eventual
release back into the wild. In the case of orphaned baby animals, the
young are cared for with as little human contact as possible in order to prevent
imprinting.
