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Sep 3rd, 2026
Healing Their Wings: One Red-Tailed Hawk's Journey Back to the Skies
The story below was presented at Toto's Gala: Together for Good at Monona Terrace on March 20, 2026. This hawk remains in rehabilitation as of September 1. We will update the story as they progress.
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Oct 21st, 2024
The When and Where of Wildlife Releases
What do wildlife rehabilitators consider when deciding when and where to release a patient?
Oct 21st, 2024
Intern Q&A: How has the Position Impacted You?
We asked a Werndli apprentice how the position impacted their career goals or personal development. We also asked a few interns what they gained through their experience and how were they impacted.
Jul 24th, 2024
Wildlife Center Unveils 100-Foot Solar Flight Pen
Thanks to supporters, volunteers, and persistent staff, DCHS's Wildlife Center has constructed a 100-foot solar flight pen, the first of its kind in the world.
Jul 24th, 2024
A 'Tail' of Two Beavers
In 2024, DCHS's Wildlife Center admitted two young beavers, which is very rare. One beaver was suffering a luxated tail, while the other was an orphan. Read about how we helped them.
Jul 24th, 2024
Behind the Numbers: Wildlife Center's May and June 2024 Patient Intakes
May and June 2024 have been very busy for DCHS's Wildlife Center. Read about how patient admission compares to last year, and what were the top species admitted over this two-month period.
Jul 23rd, 2024
Wildlife Center Pilots Songbird Wild Fostering Program
Earlier this year, DCHS's Wildlife Center began our own songbird wild fostering program on our property in an effort to better help our young patients.