10,000 Birds

MAY 6, 2016

I asked a group of wildlife rehabilitators: “What are some of the Worst Bird Myths? Rehabbers are very responsive, although constantly living under the gun makes us sometimes vent about species that aren’t necessarily the ones in question. That’s where I learned that dog food and applesauce is the staple diet for all nestlings!”

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Wildlife Rehabilitation Porcupines Raccoons Birds 172

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 14, 2015

A parent bird’s instinct to feed and protect their young is very strong, and they will not willingly abandon their babies. Bird brought in by a cat or dog. Suspect” dog or cat interactions. Bird diets are specific to each species; liquids and food fed improperly can cause a bird to aspirate, get sick or die.

Wounded 254

Wounded Rescue Medical Cats 254

10,000 Birds

MAY 25, 2011

Alex, who publishes the bird and wildlife blog Birdland West , wants to share sincere feelings about a species near and dear to the hearts of many of us… I’m new to birding, and I’ve lived in urban areas for many years where the bird population is mainly crows and pigeons. They were very curious, but unusually gentle.

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Seattle Wildlife Rehabilitation Rescue Dogs 205