Does the wild animal you have found show any of the following signs or conditions?
- Evidence of bruising, bleeding or injury
- An apparent broken limb
- Emaciated, very weak, shivering, cold or wet
- Attacked or brought in by a dog, cat or other predator
- Circling, rolling, staggering
- For young animals:
- Extended periods of vocalization and wandering
- Repeatedly approaching people or pets
- Parent is known to be no longer present or deceased
Is the sick or injured animal already contained and in your possession?
- Are you unable to admit an animal until the next day?
Read our Overnight Instructions for contained wildlife
Do you see any of the following conditions?
- Fox or coyote missing a large amount of fur Learn more
- Bird collided with a window Learn more
- Bird at your feeder has crusty eyes Learn more
If the animal is NOT showing any of the above signs or conditions and you believe it has been orphaned
If the animal is showing any of the above signs, they likely need the assistance of your local wildlife rehabilitator
Find the location of your closest licensed wildlife rehabilitator: