Wildlife Rehabilitation takes a village! This young Eastern Chipmunk was found in the middle of a roadway by itself, appearing quiet and sad. While it’s not...
What is happening to these turtles’ ears? Although the weather is cooling and we are getting close to October 1st (the last day rehabilitators can release...
Deterring “nuisance wildlife” vs trapping and killing. This poor, young raccoon was brought to us after it was spotted in a backyard in Stephenson, VA, with...
Although we primarily see aquatic turtles accidentally hooked by anglers, other aquatic reptiles are at risk too! This Northern Watersnake was brought into care after catching...
The juvenile Bald Eagle came to us back in early June, from Fort Belvoir, where it was found on the ground with a wing droop, unable...
This is the difference a bath (or three) can make! One of Loudoun County’s amazing Humane Law Enforcement Officers truly went above and beyond to rescue...
Do you know what a baby opossum is called? Baby opossums are called joeys! This litter of orphaned joeys came to the Center as tiny, eyes-closed...
These moments are bittersweet! Raccoons take a long time to rehab, averaging 3-6 months in care depending on their age at admission. It’s also a lot...
In May we received an adult female Eastern Painted Turtle that came to us after being hit by a car. Unfortunately, she had to be euthanized...
This nestling Cooper’s Hawk was found out of its nest and brought to the Center, after multiple renesting attempts were unsuccessful. Upon exam, this baby was...
Renest is always best! In the past few weeks, we have started taking more and more calls about Chimney Swift nestlings who have fallen out of...
This infant Striped Skunk was spotted all alone and wandering outside of his den. If mom dies or does not return to the den, babies who...
What should you do when you find a baby bird? This nestling American Crow was brought to the Center after it was found down, out of...
Please drive safely and look out for “sticks” in the road. This stunning Eastern Hognose Snake was brought to the Center after being struck by a...
Our latest juvenile Groundhog patients want to remind you that relocating wildlife is NOT legal in Virginia! Every year, humans create orphans by capturing and relocating...
Shooting Turtles is a Crime. This Snapping turtle patient was brought to the Center after being found with multiple gunshots. To make matters worse, this is...
A species first for us at the Center, a Northern Rough Greensnake, came in for care this week! This patient was found by a hiker on...
Avoiding an identity crisis! This young red fox kit was brought to the Center after it was found orphaned. Lucky for this patient, he is one...
This Mother’s Day, don’t forget the hard-working wild moms! This Virginia Opossum was attacked by a dog resulting in puncture wounds to her right hind leg....
Check your trees before you trim! Spring is a popular time of year to trim trees, however it is NOT an ideal time for wild babies....
