Guest guest Posted March 10, 2003 Report Share Posted March 10, 2003 Does anyone have a contact for pigeon rescue? I need help with an SF-Tenderloin pigeon who needs to be captured, have debris removed from her leg, then possibly treated or released, depending if she is injured. Time is of the essence and it needs to be during the day. We are willing to pay someone and prefer experience. Thanks. Kelle kkacmarcik Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes./ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 11, 2003 Report Share Posted March 11, 2003 Dear Kelle, Hi. I would try the Lindsay Wildlife Musuem. They are a wildlife rescue and rehabitliation hospital, in addition to being an educational center. They have a lot of experience with birds. They are in Walnut Creek, but if they can't help you, they more than anyone (I think) would know who could. Bless you for caring about a " lowly " pigeon; most people wouldn't give her a second thought. www.wildlife-museum.org (925) 935-1978 Stephanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 11, 2003 Report Share Posted March 11, 2003 Emily, In the past I have always had positive experiences with the SF SPCA, I'd recommend calling them. Everytime I've contacted them they have sent someone out to rescue even a lowly pigeon. It esp. helps if you have the pigeon captured. Please let us know what happens so that we will know who to contact Kind regards, Carla Emily Kearney [pikkumyy] Tuesday, March 11, 2003 10:48 AM kkacmarcik; SFBAVeg [sFBAVeg] pigeon rescue Hi Kelle, I'm going to post this on the list too, because it applies to all wild animals. I volunteer at Wildcare: Terwilliger education and rehabilitation center. We have a wildlife animal clinic that treats all orphaned or injured wild animals. I work in the hospital and we care for *all* wild animals, unlike some rehab centers that refuse to treat pigeons, rats, gulls, etc. The first thing to do if you find an animal in distress is to make sure it is actually in distress. Some animals may look like they have a broken wing or leg but are just pretending to lead you away from their nest. Other babies may seem orphaned but the parents are nearby (seal pups and deer fawns are often left alone while the parents look for food.) If you find a sea mammal (otter, seal, sea lion, whale, etc.) call the Marin Mammal Center right away for advice on how to proceed. They are located in the Marin Headlands and all marine mammals are brought there for treatment. Their number is 800-289-7325. If you find another wild animal, first call Wildcare at 415-452-1000. If they tell you to bring the animal in, call the Humane Society. Here in Marin, they rescue all animals and bring them to Wildcare. Animals from Oakland and SF are also brought to Wildcare. It's the closest place for them to be treated. If the Humane Society is too busy, call Wildcare for advice on how to safely catch the animal. ***DO NOT ATTEMPT to catch RACOONS, BATS, FOXES, or SKUNKS. These animals are all Rabies-vector species, which means they can carry the disease while not actually having it themselves. If you come in contact with one, it will have to be euthanized. Call the Humane Society immediately.****** The best method with most animals is to try to back the animal into a corner or wall and throw a towel over it, making sure the head is covered. This keeps the animal less stressed and protects you from bites. Pick up the animal, wrapped in the towel, supporting the legs, and place it in a cardboard or plastic carrier box with a towel in the bottom. Slowly remove the towel from the animal as you close the box quickly. This applies to many small animals (small birds, oppossums, mice), but waterbirds like pelicans, cormorants, egrets and herons, and raptors like hawks and owls need special handling unless extremely lethargic. Make sure to call for advice before going near them. Most likely, you'll be told to wait for trained handlers to arrive. You may be seriously injured if you do not. Waterbirds use their beaks, which are EXTREMELY sharp to stab and bite. Raptors use their claws, not their beaks, to attack and an owl can eviscerate you very quickly if allowed to. As soon as possible, bring the animal to Wildcare. Never feed or try to treat the animal as you can do it further harm. Wildcare is located in San Rafael at 76 Albert Park Road. Take the Central San Rafael exit off 101 North and make a left. Follow any of the numbered streets you have made a left on (3rd, 4th, etc.) to B street. Make a left on B and follow it until you hit Albert Park Rd. Wildcare is across from the park We are open everyday from 9-5 but there is an after-hours number for emergencies. Call the beeper and someone will call you back and pick up the animal if needed. I hope this helps. If you have any questions, please e-mail me. When in doubt, always call Wildcare for advice. pikkumyy Cheers! Emily *3/22 Bay Area Letter Writing Day! http://www.generationv.org/events.htm#lwp *More SFBAVeg Events: http://www.generationv.org/events.htm *Vote for future event locations! SFBAVeg/polls *Got Questions? We got answers! www.generationv.org/faq.htm *SFBAVeg Charter: www.generationv.org/charter.htm *FREE vegan info kit: http://www.veganoutreach.org/starterpack/free-vsp.html *Online discussion forum with threaded messages http://www.generationv.org/forum/ *Be Active for Animals! See http://www.freedom4animals.org/events.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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