We all know that raccoons are wicked smart. But sometimes they’re too smart for their own good. On August 8 th Jane Gailey received a call on the helpline from Cat Roberts in Fairfax. A raccoon, that frequently visits her neighborhood had gotten its head completely...
An increase of fox sightings during the day in Virginia spike concern in residents. However, is their concern valid? There are two types of foxes in Virginia: red foxes (above) and gray foxes (below). According to Melissa Stanley, Executive Director and Founder of the...
A local Wildlife Rehabber gets a call about a paralyzed bunny possibly hit by a car, but the cause was not what she was expecting. A woman came across a bunny in the road that was apparently injured. The bunny was alive, and the woman thinks it was hit by a car...
Ways You and Your Family Can Help Wildlife Do not become a food source for wild animals. Animal populations need to be naturally balanced to their environment. Do not encourage nocturnal wildlife by leaving garbage or pet food outside or leaving shed and garage doors...
Living With Beavers — by Erika K. Yery, licensed wildlife rehabilitator Most calls received by licensed wildlife rehabilitators regarding beavers, are usually about beaver problems. Most complaints are from new developments, such as subdivisions, townhouses,...
Foxes – Red and Gray By Erika Yery, Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator Urban foxes are model citizens. Their good record comes from notable fox traits, foremost of which is timidity. I receive calls from homeowners worried about foxes attacking their children and...
