Wildlife Rehabilitation Questions
What species do you rehabilitate?
At this time, we do not currently accept rabies vector species, birds of prey, federally protected songbirds, or fawns into our wildlife rehabilitation program. In some instances, though we may operate in a transfer capacity and assist in getting the animals to a facility that is permitted to rehabilitate them. For any animal we recommend reaching out to us via email and we will contact you back by phone or email with recommendations or options.
At this time, we do not currently accept rabies vector species, birds of prey, federally protected songbirds, or fawns into our wildlife rehabilitation program. In some instances, though we may operate in a transfer capacity and assist in getting the animals to a facility that is permitted to rehabilitate them. For any animal we recommend reaching out to us via email and we will contact you back by phone or email with recommendations or options.
Where do you release your animals?
Preference is given to release the animal back to the property from where it was found for best chance of a successful reintroduction and release. If the property location is not safe for the animal to be returned to then it is released within the county it was found or rehabilitated in as mandated by the NC Wildlife Resource Commission.
Preference is given to release the animal back to the property from where it was found for best chance of a successful reintroduction and release. If the property location is not safe for the animal to be returned to then it is released within the county it was found or rehabilitated in as mandated by the NC Wildlife Resource Commission.
Can I visit your location?
At this time, we do not allow the public to visit locations where the animals are being rehabilitated. Once we have an established facility, we would love to have the public come and visit us to learn about wildlife and receive education on wildlife rehabilitation.
At this time, we do not allow the public to visit locations where the animals are being rehabilitated. Once we have an established facility, we would love to have the public come and visit us to learn about wildlife and receive education on wildlife rehabilitation.
Can I get my wildlife license with you?
At this time, we do not allow individuals to apprentice with our wildlife rehabilitators.
At this time, we do not allow individuals to apprentice with our wildlife rehabilitators.
Adoption Program Questions
Why is your adoption fee so high?
Our adoption fees are higher than other organizations nearby because our adoption program helps support the wildlife rehabilitation program. Wildlife rehabilitation by nature takes a significant amount of financial resources without generating any. Thus, our adoption program supports not only our ability to continue taking in and getting veterinary care for adoptable animals, but also allows us to care for wildlife at the highest standard.
Our adoption fees are higher than other organizations nearby because our adoption program helps support the wildlife rehabilitation program. Wildlife rehabilitation by nature takes a significant amount of financial resources without generating any. Thus, our adoption program supports not only our ability to continue taking in and getting veterinary care for adoptable animals, but also allows us to care for wildlife at the highest standard.
Can we visit with the animal prior to adoption?
Generally, we do not allow visits prior to adoption. We do not allow visiting prior to adoption because animals in our adoption program are housed in foster homes spread throughout NC.
Generally, we do not allow visits prior to adoption. We do not allow visiting prior to adoption because animals in our adoption program are housed in foster homes spread throughout NC.
Can I adopt the animal without it being spayed or neutered?
No, we do not adopt animals without them being spayed or neutered unless it is against veterinary recommendations for the species i.e. snakes, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, etc. Part of our philosophy is helping to decrease the population of animals entering into shelters and we ensure this by altering the animals if it is a recommended procedure for the species.
No, we do not adopt animals without them being spayed or neutered unless it is against veterinary recommendations for the species i.e. snakes, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, etc. Part of our philosophy is helping to decrease the population of animals entering into shelters and we ensure this by altering the animals if it is a recommended procedure for the species.
Can I adopt an animal for someone else?
No, the person applying to adopt the animal must be the primary caregiver. We do not recommend people adopt animals for another individual as presents or surprises. We only adopt directly to the individual who will be caring for the animal to ensure a safe environment and long-term commitment. Some of our species available for adoption have specific needs and can have intensive care requirements so it is best that the individual applying be the primary care giver to ensure that they are prepared for the husbandry needs of the animal.
No, the person applying to adopt the animal must be the primary caregiver. We do not recommend people adopt animals for another individual as presents or surprises. We only adopt directly to the individual who will be caring for the animal to ensure a safe environment and long-term commitment. Some of our species available for adoption have specific needs and can have intensive care requirements so it is best that the individual applying be the primary care giver to ensure that they are prepared for the husbandry needs of the animal.
Do you adopt to individuals out-of-state?
Yes, we do facilitate out-of-state adoptions in accordance with state and federal laws governing the movements of animals between states. We do not ship any animals out-of-state. If you are interested in adopting and live out-of-state, you are required to drive to NC and pick up your animal in person. This policy is subject to change at any time. It is also recommended that you consult with a veterinarian in your state of residence regarding health certificates/licensing required when bringing a new animal into your state.
Yes, we do facilitate out-of-state adoptions in accordance with state and federal laws governing the movements of animals between states. We do not ship any animals out-of-state. If you are interested in adopting and live out-of-state, you are required to drive to NC and pick up your animal in person. This policy is subject to change at any time. It is also recommended that you consult with a veterinarian in your state of residence regarding health certificates/licensing required when bringing a new animal into your state.
Can you hold the animal after I adopt it?
No, we do not hold animals after the adoption is completed. However, we do make every reasonable effort to provide time for out-of-state adopters traveling to pick up their animal for adoption to have enough time to organize and arrive in Raleigh, NC. We do not provide any pet sitting services to hold animals while vacations or other events are attended after adoption. Once an adoption is completed individuals are expected to leave the same day with their new family member.
No, we do not hold animals after the adoption is completed. However, we do make every reasonable effort to provide time for out-of-state adopters traveling to pick up their animal for adoption to have enough time to organize and arrive in Raleigh, NC. We do not provide any pet sitting services to hold animals while vacations or other events are attended after adoption. Once an adoption is completed individuals are expected to leave the same day with their new family member.