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Safety Precautions
Thank you for saving for the animal you have found.
Birds of Prey - Hawks and owls have strong, sharp talons and will use them. The larger ones can do serious damage. Call for advice on handling large raptors.

Adult Mammals - Raccoons, opossums, squirrels, and other mammals are strong and will bite. Use caution. Wear gloves and use a towel to cover the eyes.

Baby Birds - Small birds are very fragile. Be extremely gentle. Children often squeeze these birds too hard and cause fatal internal injuries.

Baby Mammals - Baby raccoons, opossums, bunnies, and squirrels require special formulas and feeding techniques. Please, do not feed.

Skunks and Bats - Never touch a skunk or bat with bare hands. Use gloves. Occassionally, they have rabies. Keep them safe by keeping yourself safe.
For information on how to handle and transport your animal, click on the links below.

Injured Animals


Orphaned Babies


Nuisance Animals

The SWCC is not permitted to admit nuisance animals.
It is not legal to trap or relocate wildlife.