HELP! Wildlife advocates out there …

[WSB]

I *just* got this note. Can someone (a) help or (b) suggest a closer place people could take this poor little bird?

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We found a baby Barn Swallow at our work ( on SW Avalon Way)last evening that had fallen from a very high place at one of our buildings. I called PAWS wildlife center and they said to put it in a makeshift nest overnight to see if the parents come back to take care of it. Well, they didn’t come back and there are no other babies in the nest anymore. We are trying to feed it, but PAWS said to bring it to them if the parents don’t return overnight. The problem is we are all working and can’t drive to Lynnwood.

We have tried to feed it, and it ate a tiny bit, but seems to be getting weaker. We have it in an office in a box on a heating pad with a blanket, but it really needs to get to PAWS so they can take care of it. Is there any way you could post this so a volunteer might step up and drive him/her;) up there. It is in one of our offices at 2988 SW Avalon Way. Attached is a photo of the baby. Thank you so much. We know it won’t survive if it isn’t taken to PAWS.

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[WSB]

Crossposted this to FB and Krista came forward to help. So I *think* it’s OK now, though other ideas for future such cases are appreciated … We had the “why you should usually leave baby birds alone” discussion on the main page a couple years ago but as noted, they’d already tried leaving the baby for parents to return to, and that didn’t work … TR

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[furryfaces]

contact Dr. Jan White, at Renton Vet.

http://www.rentonvet.com/about.php

Renton Veterinary Hospital

128 Rainier Avenue South

Renton, WA 98057

Phone: (425) 255-8676

Email: rentonvet@yahoo.com

Hours:

Mon – Fri : 8 am – 6 pm

Sat : 8 am – 2 pm

Sun : Closed

And if they take the bird, a donation is always helpful:

Working with South Sound Critter Care in Kent, we act as the local urban drop-off site for injured or orphaned wild creatures in need. Our charity work, supported by donations from our clients and the public…

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[ws_suzanne]

I can definitely help. I have insectivore fare and handfeeding formula. Please let Krista know that I can help with the 2-hour round the clock feedings. Or I can take this baby bird into my home if it’s more convenient. Will want to know where s/he was found for release back into the wild. pamperedparrotboarding (at) gmail dot com.

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[furryfaces]

Thank you ws_suzanne. Please note that if you take an injured wild animal to PAWS and it cannot be re-hab to the point of re-release to the wild, they will kill it…..even if there is a sanctuary that would provide a safe life and home. We are not saying this is right or wrong; we just want you to have all the information before deciding to take it to PAWS.

Not sure about Dr. Jan White. We know she is associated with a sanctuary for wildlife when they cannot be re-released to the wild, but can still live a quality life.

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[ws_suzanne]

I am offering to help feed and care for this very young nestling myself. I have been weaned many baby birds, including wild birds. My goal is always to release them back to their original families so will make sure this bird goes back to the specific spot where s/he was found once fully weaned and able to control flight, landings, and tight turns.

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[WSB]

Thanks, all. I heard back from Julie, who did make contact with Krista.

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[imagonna]

Just in case readers might think wildlife rehab is available to do without license or training:

Steps to Obtaining your Wildlife Rehabilitation Permit

(See also: Requirements for Obtaining a Wildlife Rehabilitation Permit)

Be at least 18 years of age

Possess a current Washington State veterinary license OR demonstrate six months experience in wildlife rehabilitation with a licensed wildlife rehabilitator including at least three months in spring and/or summer OR documented education in wildlife rehabilitation;

Written agreement with a veterinarian willing to sponsor you and provide medical advice and treatment (Principal Veterinarian) (see Contract with a Veterinarian).

Complete a Wildlife Rehabilitation Permit Application Form.

Successfully complete with 80% correct or greater the written Wildlife Rehabilitation test.

Proof of membership in IWRC and WWRA

Pass facilities inspection;

Apprentice with a licensed wildlife rehabilitator for 6 months after receiving your permit and evidence of completion of WDFW basic wildlife rehabilitation training.

If you will be housing and rehabilitating migratory birds (native wild birds) you must have a Federal Migratory Bird Permit

Reporting and Record Keeping

All licensees are required to keep current and complete records and submit Annual Reports. When wildlife is transferred between facilities a Wildlife Transport Report must be filed with the WDFW

Professional Memberships

National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association (NWRA)

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council (IWRC)

Other societies

National Center for Wildlife Health

Wildlife International

Humane Society of the United States

Wildlife Rescue League

Zoonotics

Wildlife Rehabilitators must be aware of the diseases that are transmissible between themselves and the wildlife they treat. Because of the danger of disease transmission, any wildlife should be kept away from domestic pets.

See:

Health Concerns to be Aware of When Working With Wildlife (a.k.a. Zoonoses)

Centers For Disease Control and Prevention: Diseases from Wildlife

Wildlife Disease Association

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[Jeannie]

Thanks for the info about wildlife rehabilitation. Just wanted to assure all of you that Suzanne truly knows and loves birds.

Please update us on how that poor little baby bird is doing. .

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[ws_suzanne]

Jeannie — Thank you. For those who don’t know me, I’ve dedicated my life to the care of birds, and have studied flock behavior for more than 25 years. I have worked with some of the top Great Blue Heron biologists here and in Canada. I am associated with WDFW.

Suzanne

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[Jeannie]

Hi, Suzanne. You probably know me under my other name. I’m the one who loves parrots! Thanks for all you do for birds.

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[ws_suzanne]

Hi Jeannie, It’s clear that you know me but I’m not sure I know your name. Feel free to email me directly (address is above).

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