| 1. |
BE
CAREFUL. Birds have sharp beaks and claws. mammals may
give painful bites, kicks, and scratches. Animals and birds may
carry disease and insects. AVOID HANDLING
IF POSSIBLE. If you must handle an animal, wear gloves.
We can send a trained volunteer to pick up the animal or bird or
instruct you how to bring it to
The Association to Rescue Kritters. |
| 2. |
Injured
animals with visible wounds, broken wings or limbs need
immediate attention. Call us for help. |
| 3. |
Young
baby birds that can't be returned to their nest need immediate
attention. They have a high metabolism rate and will quickly use
up their energy supply. Call or bring them to
The Association to Rescue Kritters. |
| 4. |
There
is less need for immediate action with a healthy mammal baby.
Try to replace the animal in its home. If a parent has not
returned after a night has passed, call or bring the baby to us. |
| 5. |
Please,
do not feed animals before bringing them to us unless we have
instructed you to. Doing so can greatly complicate our job and
possibly kill the patient. |
| 6. |
Place
the animal in a closed box lined with kleenex or paper towel. Be
sure there is enough air. If the animal must wait before you
bring it to us, place the box on a heating pad on low setting in
a quiet place. |
