Unfortunately, sometimes animals cannot be returned to the wild. When this happens, we do our best to give them the best life possible. Some even adapt and take on new roles such as surrogate parents. Read the descriptions below and consider sponsoring one of our sanctuary animals.
Each sponsorship will receive a certificate, both hard copy and .pdf. Dedications are available as you go through the payment process.
Nono – Barn Owl
Nono was brought in with a broken wing and covered in lice. The wing was not able to be saved.
He lives here at the center and loves his caregivers!
Wilma – Bobcat
As a young bobcat, Wilma was trapped under a shed by a dog. As the rescuer was retrieving her, she was bit. According to county policy, Wilma should have been euthanized.
After receiving special permission, Wilma is allowed to stay with us for life.
Pima and Hopi – Harris Hawks
Pima and Hopi both arrived with wing fractures that either already healed incorrectly or so severe, they didn’t heal correctly.
Both live together here at TWC.
Ruby – Bobcat
Ruby was illegally taken from the wild when she was only a kitten. She became sick and was surrendered to TWC. Shortly thereafter, a mother bobcat with two kittens were brought in. The mother accepted Ruby and taught her to care for kittens. The mother and her kittens were eventually released. However, Ruby was not releasable due to imprinting on humans. Ruby has become a wonderful surrogate mother to many kittens.
Bubba and Otto – Great Horned Owls
Bubba arrived as a fledgling great horned owl with a fractured wing. The fracture healed and he was released. However, Bubba returned on his own very emaciated. It was discovered he could no longer fly silently. Flying silent is vital for an owl’s survival.
Due to the fracture, and subsequent scarring, a critical feather vital for silent flight, would not be able to regrow.
Bubba now lives with his buddy Otto, another great horned owl with a permanent wing injury.
Desert Cottontails – bunnies!
Big or small, every animal has a purpose. Sponsor the rescue, rehabilitation and release of a wild bunny, for as little as $30 – the cost to feed and rehab one baby bunny. We hope you consider being a part of a wild bunny’s journey to freedom.
Joshua and Jasper – Gambel’s Quail
Both Joshua and Jasper imprinted on humans are not releasable.
Dedication Bricks
Support our mission while remembering a loved one or celebrating a life event with a dedication brick. Bricks are custom etched and will be placed in the courtyard of our wildlife hospital. Bricks can be personalized with a message of your choice. Optional images can be etched as well.