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Every wild animal deserves the chance to remain wild and free.

To properly house and care for a debilitated wild animal, one must
have years of experience, knowledge, skills, a suitable location,
and the necessary local, state, and federal licenses to do so.

A licensed wildlife rehabilitator can provide the specialized care
and housing an animal requires for it to be returned to the wild.

A licensed wildlife rehabilitator can offer the most accurate
evaluation and prognosis of a wild animal's condition.

If you have found a wild animal in need of help, please seek
the advice of a licensed wildlife rehabilitator without delay.

All mammals can carry the deadly disease rabies, transmissible through a bite or wound - skunks, bats, foxes, and raccoons have been labeled rabies vector species. Do not handle these animals!

Wild animals can carry diseases transmissible to people and
pets. Reduce the threat of transmission by limiting handling and exposure, and adequate hygiene.

Wild animals view humans as predators. Limit an animal's exposure to the sight and sounds of humans and other animals.

Do not provide food or water unless directed by a licensed wildlife professional or wildlife veterinarian.

For the number to a wildlife rescue organization near you, try calling

866-WILD-911

Serving Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, and Ventura counties for all species
and the entire entire California coastline for marine mammals and marine birds.

more on our toll-free hotline 866-WILD-911