Carolina Waterfowl Rescue ...Duck, Goose, Swan, Loon, Coot, Rehab, Rehabilitation, Found, Rescue

First ~ Determine if the animal really needs your help. The Humane Society has some good info to read here.

One exception for ducks and geese is they should never be alone until fully feathered. If you see a baby you should see the mother.
If the duckling is crying he has probably been abandoned. During Easter season many baby ducks are dumped and left to die by unknowing people. Duck mothers will not care for babies that aren't theirs and will try to kill them. If you see this aggressive behavior then the baby needs your help.

Second ~ Capture the animal. After you have them captured please keep them in a box with a soft towel or other bedding on the bottom. Please do not let children play with them. They should be kept away from all children and pets. Preferably in a warm dark room. Some bird can die instantly from being handled. Please do not give food or water. Giving food or water to an emaciated animal can cause death. If you are unable to capture please call and leave us a detailed message where the animal is located and what the details are.

Third ~ Find the nearest location to you and call one of our rehabilitators. Please note all of our members are volunteers who also have day jobs. You will have to leave a message with your name, the location of the animal (exact addresses help a lot) your phone number and what condition of animal is in. You may not receive a call between the hours of am and 5pm. Rest assured all calls will be returned. You have made this much effort isn't waiting an hour or two worth it knowing they will receive the best care possible? You can also send the information via email at waterfowlrescue@aol.com.

If you are outside the Charlotte Area and need help with wildlife you can find the nearest wildlife rehabilitator by checking the department of natural resource website at http://www.ncwildlife.org/pg06_CoexistingWildlife/images/img6_03rehabilitator.gif

Fourth ~ Consider donating. All of our supplies are paid for by caring people like you. We receive no federal or state funding. All medicines and food come directly out of our pockets. We are working on our 501(c) right now and will be able to offer tax deductions in the future, but are unable to do so at this time. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Animals we cannot accept

We can not accept baby song birds (hairless birds) at this time. They must be fed every 20-60 minutes depending on species. They need to be taken to someone immediately. If you have found a baby bird or other songbird please call: Carolina Wildcare at (704) 399-9668

If you have found an orphaned mammal such as rabbits, squirrels or possums please call:
Carolina Wildcare at (704) 399-9668
or Animal Rehabilitators of the Carolinas at (704) 552-2329

If you have found a bird of prey such as hawk, owl or vulture please call:
Carolina Raptor Center at (704) 875-6521 press 111 when the machine picks up to be be connected to the rehab center.

If you have an emergency situation after hours you may take the animals to an emergency vet, but please be prepared to pay for their services.

Carolina Veterinary Specialists Medical Center
2225 Township Rd, Charlotte
Phone: 704-504-9608

Animal Emergency & Trauma Center
2225 Township Rd, Charlotte
Weekends, holidays and after 5pm Phone: 704-588-7015

Huntersville Animal Emergency & Trauma Center
12117 Statesville Road, Huntersville
Phone: 704-949-1100

Matthews Emergency Veterinary Clinic
2440 Plantation Center Drive
Matthews, NC 28105
704-844-6440

If you can not locate someone in your area please leave a message and we can try to help you. In emergency situations we can help stabilize an animal until a rehabilitator is found: