Before you do anything
Please follow the links on the left for instructions on the age and species you need help with. The instructions will help you determine if the animal needs to be rescued or not, and next steps.
If you still need help, send an email to info@rideauwildlife.org with a detailed description of how you found it, the date and address the animal was found, a photo and your phone number. We rely on digital communication as we do not have full time staffing resources to monitor and respond to the volume of phone calls we receive.
It’s illegal for the public to care for wildlife — Please remember that wild animals need specialized care and medical treatment that only a licensed wildlife rehabilitator can provide. In Ontario, it is illegal for the general public to care for wildlife.
It’s illegal to trap and relocate wildlife — In Ontario, it’s illegal to trap and relocate wildlife more than 1 km. Click here for more information. There are easy ways to solve wildlife problems so contact us for advice at info@rideauwildlife.org.
For birds, contact the Wild Bird Care Centre at 613-854-2849
The Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is unable to accept birds at this time.
