A Bear...Really!!!

On July 25, 2010,the California Wildlife Center received a very large and unexpected visitor. The State Department of Fish and Game brought a 250-pound brown bear that they had captured in someone’s backyard. It had an injury to its leg, which they wanted the center’s veterinarian, Dr. Duane Tom, to evaluate and treat. Dr. Tom was more than happy to help them out. The patient did very well and was later released back into the wild.

Photos courtesy of the California Wildlife Center by Gayle Uyehara

Skunks and Bats...Oh My!

CWC started taking in rabies vector species. These are animals that can carry the rabies virus without showing any of the typical symptoms. It is important to handle these animals with caution.Our staff and volunteers that work with them (skunks, bats, coyotes, foxes, etc.) have to get pre-rabies vaccines prior to any contact with them. No one likes getting shots, but we think it's totally worth it! See for yourself! They are quite charming and adorable!

Come Join Us For Our Wild Brunch

Sunday, August 22, 2010

Please come and join us for a beautiful day at an amazing estate in Malibu!

California Wildlife Center is hosting Fawntasia at Gull's Way Estate on Pacific Coast Highway from 12 noon to 4pm. There will be a special childrens buffet, face painting, activities and some really cool snakes to play with! Don't miss the fun. We will also be releasing a rehabbed hawk after dessert. It's definitely something that you don't want to miss!

We have helped over 22,000 animals in our history of wildlife rehabilitation. You can help us to continue to help thousands more, by purchasing tickets.

Check out all the info on our Wild Brunch website!