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Jackrabbits, despite having the word “rabbit” in their name, are actually hares and give birth to precocial young. This means baby jackrabbits open their eyes and can run and jump…
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When the first baby squirrels arrive at WildCare’s Wildlife Hospital in mid-February, we know it’s going to be a busy Baby Season.Usually we admit our first tiny, pink baby squirrels…
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Migratory Songbirds and Windows This Cedar Waxwing was brought to WildCare after being found on the ground. Cedar Waxwings are migratory songbirds that travel in large flocks. Their high-pitched whistling…
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Internships at WildCare Wildlife Hospital Internships WildCare Volunteer & Events Assistant Internship Wildlife Hospital Internships 2023 Spring/Summer Internships WildCare offers internships in our Wildlife Hospital during the spring and summer…
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Relentless heavy rain takes its toll on wildlife! If we all feel a little tired of being damp after 11+ days of storms, imagine being outside, wearing only feathers or…
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San Rafael homeowners found this young female raccoon, wet, cold and shivering, in their compost bin after a rainy and stormy night. She must have scented something edible in the…
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Creating a more sustainable world At WildCare, we work to make sure all species can coexist- not just by treating sick or injured animals (nearly 4,000 of them a year),…
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Almost every autumn, WildCare admits one or two Great Horned Owls that have gotten tangled in soccer nets.This happens to young birds that are still developing their hunting skills. The…
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In mid-October, WildCare admitted a Canada Goose from Corte Madera with vision problems.The bird had wandered into an intersection, where the crossing guard on duty attempted to escort him across…
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WildCare Appreciates Our Volunteers! WildCare’s 2022 Volunteer Appreciation Party on Sunday, September 11, 2022 was great fun! More than 80 people joined us for a gorgeous day at the Marin…
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