DCHS's Wildlife Center takes in over 3,800 ill, injured or orphaned wild animals every year with the goal of treating and releasing healthy animals back to their natural habitats. Volunteers help us with everything from direct animal care and answering phone calls to cage construction and maintenance. If working with wildlife interests you consider one of these positions.
Feb 27, 2019
Wildlife Center Volunteering: Behind the Scenes
Have you ever wondered what our Wildlife Center Volunteers really do on a day-to-day basis? Learn more by watching the video below.
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Apr 8th, 2025
Help Kevin Heal
Kevin is suffering from a dislocated hip and ankle, as well as a broken fibula. We need your help to help him heal.
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Feb 17th, 2025
You Helped These Hungry, Hungry Bobcats Thrive!
Last year’s bobkittens have become this year’s bobcats, and they were hungry! Thanks to you, we were able to provide them with specialized care until they were finally returned to the wild.
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Feb 3rd, 2025
DCHS Helping 43 Cats from Hoarding Situation
DCHS has stepped up to assist more than 40 cats from a home in Waupaca County that had nearly 100 felines.
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Jan 27th, 2025
Behind the Numbers: DCHS's Wildlife Center's 2024 Report
What animals were admitted to DCHS's Wildlife Center for rehabilitation in 2024? How many of what species, and which patients were our favorites? Read our annual wildlife rehabilitation report.
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Jan 21st, 2025
Lead Toxicity in Wildlife
Over the last decade, 762 individuals of 63 wild species had detectable blood-lead levels, meaning heaving metals are in our environment. Learn what you can do to advocate for these animals.
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Jan 21st, 2025
Anthropogenic Injuries to Raptors and Other Wildlife
Wildlife face many challenges in the environment, especially in close proximity to humans. Anthropogenic injury and mortality rates are high in urban areas, which is hard to educate the public about.
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