Garden State Wildlife Center

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Garden State Wildlife Center The Garden State Wildlife Center is a 501(c)3 wildlife rehabilitation center. For emergencies please call (732) 908-2345.

Can you guess who is the attention hog, and who’s shy? 🤭Our juveniles are getting WILD! They’re transitioning into the r...
10/18/2026

Can you guess who is the attention hog, and who’s shy? 🤭
Our juveniles are getting WILD! They’re transitioning into the rewilding stage of rehab, before being released in the spring. This winter will be spent preparing for the eventual wilderness 🌲🐿️
Venmo - gardenstatewildlifecenter
PayPal - [email protected]

This is who we call “Mommy Squirrel”. Mommy Squirrel has been showing up intermittently throughout the last 3 years, usu...
10/16/2026

This is who we call “Mommy Squirrel”. Mommy Squirrel has been showing up intermittently throughout the last 3 years, usually in between litters. When she’s nursing and caring for her babies, she’s deeply dedicated and doesn’t stray far from them. But the moment she has the slightest bit of free time, she’ll swing by and make herself known! Mommy Squirrel was one of the babies here, at GSWC, a handful of years ago. It’s been so bittersweet to see her come and go, while living the most amazing wild life 🤭

🐿️ Tiny bodies, BIG changes!Believe it or not, these little pink-bellied babies grow into the fluffy, tree-climbing squi...
10/11/2026

🐿️ Tiny bodies, BIG changes!

Believe it or not, these little pink-bellied babies grow into the fluffy, tree-climbing squirrels we see in our backyards!

🐿️ Those closed eyes? Baby squirrels don’t typically open their eyes until they’re around 4–5 weeks old.

🐿️ Those nearly naked bellies? Squirrels are born with very little fur! Their coats develop gradually over their first several weeks.

🐿️ Those teeny-tiny claws? Even at this young age, they’re already equipped with the beginnings of the climbing tools they’ll rely on throughout their lives.

🐿️ Those skinny little tails? One day, they’ll become fluffy tools for balance, communication, and warmth!

And perhaps the most important fact of all: A baby squirrel found alone isn’t necessarily an orphan. Mother squirrels are incredibly attentive and will often retrieve babies who have fallen from their nests.

If you find a baby squirrel, contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator before attempting to feed or care for it yourself. Never give food or water to a cold baby.

There’s an entire world of development happening inside these tiny bodies, long before they’re ready to explore the world outside their nest. 💚

$5 Friday: Wildlife Needs You 🦝🐿️🦨Every day, injured, orphaned, and displaced wildlife arrive at Garden State Wildlife C...
10/09/2026

$5 Friday: Wildlife Needs You 🦝🐿️🦨

Every day, injured, orphaned, and displaced wildlife arrive at Garden State Wildlife Center in need of care. From formula and fresh produce to medical supplies and habitat maintenance, the costs add up quickly.

This week, we’re asking our supporters to consider giving just $5. It may not seem like much, but when many people come together, those small gifts make a big impact for the animals who depend on us.

💚 $5 can help provide food, cleaning supplies, enrichment, and other essentials that keep our patients comfortable while they heal.

If you can spare $5 today, the wildlife (and the people caring for them) would be incredibly grateful.

😴💤💤 What do you think this little one is dreaming about? Peanuts? Acorns? Climbing trees? 🌳
10/08/2026

😴💤💤 What do you think this little one is dreaming about? Peanuts? Acorns? Climbing trees? 🌳

We’re preparing to winter over a handful of juvenile squirrels! Have you ever wondered why we keep juvenile wildlife thr...
09/30/2026

We’re preparing to winter over a handful of juvenile squirrels! Have you ever wondered why we keep juvenile wildlife throughout the winter months, before releasing them in the spring?

Some young squirrels arrive at rehabilitation late in the year, when they aren’t yet ready to survive on their own outdoors. We continue caring for them through the winter, giving them time to grow and develop the skills they’ll need for life in the wild.

When spring arrives—and they’re ready for release—we can give them the chance to return to their natural home.

Wintering over is part of their journey back to the wild. 🌿

🐿️ It’s $5 Friday! 🐿️Baby squirrel season happens in two bursts, and these tiny patients go through an incredible amount...
09/26/2026

🐿️ It’s $5 Friday! 🐿️

Baby squirrel season happens in two bursts, and these tiny patients go through an incredible amount of formula, syringes, blankets, heating supplies, and enrichment before they’re ready to return to the wild.

For the price of a cup of coffee, you can help provide the everyday essentials that keep these little ones warm, fed, and growing strong. Every single $5 donation truly makes a difference when hundreds of hungry mouths need care.

If you’re able, please consider donating today and helping us give these squirrels their second chance. 💚

Venmo: Garden State Wildlife Center
PayPal: [email protected]

Thank you for supporting local wildlife and making rescue possible, one tiny paw at a time. 🐾🌿

10 ways to make your local rehabbers happy 💚
09/23/2026

10 ways to make your local rehabbers happy 💚

09/20/2026

From formula to solid food—this little squirrel is growing up! 🐿️🍼

Juvenile squirrels aren’t weaned overnight. As they begin exploring solid foods, they still rely on formula for the nutrition and hydration their growing bodies need. During this in-between stage, we gradually introduce squirrel block: a nutritionally balanced food that helps prepare them for adulthood.

Although fruits and nuts may be more exciting, squirrel block provides the balanced calcium, protein, vitamins, and minerals needed for healthy growth. Formula feedings are slowly reduced only as each squirrel consistently eats enough solid food and shows that they are ready for the next stage.

For now, this little one gets the best of both worlds—a belly full of formula and plenty of opportunities to practice being a big squirrel! 💛

Venmo- gardenstatewildlifecenter
PayPal- [email protected]

Remember Mommy dog that came our way with all the puppies? Mommy is doing BEAUTIFULLY. She’s decompressed and made a ful...
09/18/2026

Remember Mommy dog that came our way with all the puppies? Mommy is doing BEAUTIFULLY. She’s decompressed and made a full 180. If there was a sweetness scale, she’d be breaking it 🥹
We’re fostering Mommy and her puppies through Gone Rogue Girls Rescue Inc.
None of the dogs in our care are currently up for adoption just yet. But please keep up with Gone Rogue Girls Rescue Inc. for more frequent updates.

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Monmouth County
Howell, NJ
07731

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 9pm

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+17329082345

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