Connecticut Wildlife Rehabilitators Association, Inc.

06/14/2026

05/24/2026

Ensuring that wildlife does not bond with humans is essential to their survival. Rehabilitators are implementing positive protocols to prevent this from happening.

Great Humanity Job!! Some baby animals bond so deeply with whoever raises them that caretakers have to hide their human identity completely 🥹 wearing full animal suits, using puppets, copying movements and sounds, just so these tiny orphaned babies can grow up feeling safe, natural, and wild inst...

05/21/2026

Yesterday, the Connecticut Wildlife Rehabilitators Association was thrilled to host our Wildlife Medicine for the Veterinary Practitioner class, taught by Dr. Rob Adamski.

With 48 veterinarians and veterinary technicians in attendance, the energy, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn more about wildlife medicine was truly inspiring.

Here's a short video message from Dr. Adamski thanking everyone for attending, taking that first step into wildlife medicine, and reminding us all that “teamwork makes the dream work.”

Every veterinarian willing to learn, every technician willing to assist, and every rehabilitator willing to collaborate helps strengthen the network of care available to Connecticut’s wildlife. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who spent their day, and we’re excited to continue building these connections moving forward.

05/20/2026

Today, the Connecticut Wildlife Rehabilitators Association is proud to be hosting our Wildlife Medicine for the Veterinary Practitioner class, taught by Dr. Rob Adamski.

With 48 registered attendees, including a wonderful mix of veterinarians and veterinary technicians, we are incredibly encouraged by the level of interest and enthusiasm surrounding wildlife medicine in Connecticut.

One of CWRA’s major initiatives this year is to help educate veterinary professionals on wildlife medicine and strengthen the connection between veterinarians and licensed wildlife rehabilitators across the state. Access to veterinary support is critical for wildlife patients, and seeing so many professionals willing to learn more and get involved gives us tremendous hope for the future of wildlife care in Connecticut.

We’re excited for a full day of learning, collaboration, and conversation, and we look forward to sharing more updates soon!

05/08/2026

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05/07/2026

“Lucky” was discovered on Sheffield Island off of Norwalk, lying on top of 3 other baby raccoons who had died. He was scrawny and motionless, and light as a feather. But one pitiful cry revealed there was still life in him. So the finder quickly scooped him up in a blanket and started making frantic calls. It turned out that the agency responsible for island maintenance had set a trap for the mother 10 days earlier, and the babies had starved while waiting for her. The staff didn’t realize that ANY wild animal trapped in Spring is likely to be a mother, or that the garbage complaint could be resolved far more humanely, merely by keeping the dumpster lid closed. It was a miracle this baby was still alive after 10 days. Quickly he was delivered to a rehabilitator, who nursed him back to health despite severe dehydration. “Lucky” was then introduced to a litter of other raccoons, and successfully released in September. This story underscored how misguided human actions can lead to tragic consequences for wildlife, and the miraculous role of rehabilitators in saving wild animals -even those close to death. Help us continue to help them by giving to The Great Give:
https://www.thegreatgive.org/organizations/ct-wildlife-rehabilitators-association-inc

05/07/2026

These pictures are of a baby bunny with severe torticollis. This is a condition that is caused from a head tilt or an inner ear infection, or parasite. He could not eat because his face was mashed against the floor. It needed to be hand fed and hydrated daily. The progression of his improvement is in the other pics up to him eating with a buddy and going on to live the life he was meant for. Help us help them by giving today!

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05/07/2026

Did you know a mother cottontail rabbit will give birth in a nest of her making from grass and her fur? She will only return to the nest about twice a day staying away from her babies as not to attract predators. Often people find the babies and think they area abandoned when they are not. Help us help them by giving to the Great Give https://www.thegreatgive.org/organizations/ct-wildlife-rehabilitators-association-inc

05/06/2026

The Great Give is going on now! Your donation will matter in so many ways!!!

🌿 The Great Give Starts TODAY! 🌿

Connecticut’s wildlife needs YOU.

Over the next 36 hours, we’ll be sharing powerful stories of hope, heartbreak, and healing from wildlife rehabilitators across the state. These stories remind us why our work matters—and why your support is critical.

Whether it's an orphaned fawn, an owl struck by a car, a snapping turtle hit by a car, every animal has a story—and every donation helps us write a better ending.

🦉 Your gift supports emergency care, medical supplies, training, and advocacy for Connecticut’s dedicated wildlife rehabbers.
🦝 Your shares help spread awareness of the challenges our native species face.
🦢 Your support gives wildlife a second chance.

👉 Donate now and follow along as we highlight the real impact of your generosity.
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05/06/2026

This sweet soul was found alone in Stamford on Canal Street. We watched her during the day to see whether parents were near. None came by. By the end of the day, several crows were sitting above the little one biding their time to attack. At this point I pulled her. She was released as a healthy bird! Please visit TheGreatGive.com to help us help them! https://www.thegreatgive.org/search?query=ct+wildlife+rehabilitators