Many people think baby birds need green grass and bring them to me in a box lined with it. Not true. Keep them in dry materials. Green grass pulls body heat from them, cooling them off. It is not suitable nesting material. Nests are constructed of dry materials because they help keep a baby warm. […]
I find a common misconception exists about Wildlife Rehab and Release. Most people think I get paid to do this job. I do not. They also think the state gives me money to feed the wildlife. It does not. Although the State of Wisconsin approves my license, I receive absolutely no funds from either the […]
Thank you to the Eau Claire Community Foundation, the Foundation of Dunn County, and Dunn Energy Cooperative for grant monies that will enable us to rebuild and repair cages that badly need attention. Many are twenty-five years old. As we are in the process of getting these cages planned and constructed, we are handling a […]
When something happens to Mom that she does not return to the nest, baby squirrels look for help. They will come up to a person, a dog, or a cat. The last two get them in trouble. If a baby squirrel approaches you or your pet, the best action you can take is to call […]