I found what I thought was a baby possum in the middle of my road so I grabbed it up and put it in a pet carrier. After reviewing options I did not think I could take care of it, so I called wild are and they are there on Sundays so I headed out. Once there I rang the bell for admittance and was met by a very nice lady. She came out and got the carrier and had me fill out some paperwork. She came back and told me it was actually a mole and was an adult. I asked her if I should have left it and she said not tht it was very unusual that it was above ground. She said they would check it over and if all good release it back into the wild. I did not know this place was here. There were 5 or 6 ladies there working on things. I left them a donation since they are a 501 c3 non profit with no public funding at all. Many thanks to the folks working there. read more

WildCare Foundation - Entrance - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Noble, Oklahoma

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I found an injured bird, called this center, and was told to bring him in. That gave me hope, so I drove two hours. The staff smiled, took him in, mentioned donations, and I donated -- trusting they would actually help him. They promised updates by phone or email. I got nothing. For weeks, no one answered calls. When I finally got through, I was told the bird had been euthanized because he was paralyzed. No call, no notice, no chance to step in. For a place that calls itself a rehabilitation center, deciding paralysis equals death is disturbing. Instead of honesty and care, I got silence, false promises, and attitude when I questioned it. They took my trust, my donation, and the life of the animal I brought to them. read more

Earlier this week I found an injured duck in the road and captured it. Then I had no idea what to do. I was referred to WildCare Foundation and called them around 7:00 am. They were not open but on their message they have instructs as to what to do. I left a message and followed the instructions. They called me within a few minutes of nine. They told me they rehabilitate wild animals and domestic water fowl. I was given choice of dropping the duck off at the shelter or driving the duck to Noble. I chose the latter, because I didn't want to stress the duck. I drove the duck to Noble and the facility is not too far in the country. The woman who took the duck was knowledgeable and after examining it said it had an eye infection but didn't look too bad. She also said it was probably dumped because of where I had found it, because it was a domestic duck. I left, feeling like the duck was in good hands. They have a cute gift shop. This is a 501(c)(3) so if you need a place to donate money this could be one of your choices. read more

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The staff here were so wonderful when I brought them a sick/injured raccoon. I was grateful that they were open on a Sunday and quickly attended to the raccoon. I appreciate that this organization and its staff are part of our community. Thank you for all you do! read more

Twice I've brought wounded birds I've found to WildCare and once I brought a baby cottontail (it had made it's way into a friend's home through the cat door) each time they've graciously accepted them with the promise of providing care and ultimately releasing them back into the wild. WildCare is located in the countryside (still within Noble city limits) and isn't a short drive from Oklahoma City but if you've found an injured wild animal, they're you're best bet. They appreciate whatever donation you can offer for their service but it isn't a requirement for care. They do not accept exotics or domestic animals for treatment or surrender- their hands are full treating the 3000 wild animals they deal with each year. The people I interacted with when I dropped off the birds and rabbit all seem to be extremely knowledgeable and have a real heart for this kind of service (which is truly a thankless task). Occasionally they hold Open House events so check their website for details and dates. Definitely an asset to the community and a local charity well worth your support. read more

We found a fawn in distress with disturbing injury to its little mouth. Knowing all we could do was provide a safe environment until we could get help, we placed it in an animal crate with a comfortable bed inside, and began searching for assistance. Making a call to the Norman Animal Shelter we found it only took animals from within the city limits. It did direct us to a number for a sheriff's department. A sympathetic lady recommended calling Wildcare. What a great recommendations that was! This care center was impressive, well staffed and immediately ready to receive our fawn. They even provide a case number to use on their Facebook website to track the progress of your rescue. Sadly, my little fawn didn't survive; it's injuries too great. However, the individual staff member who shared this information couldn't have been more compassionate in her explanation ending with how much better the fawn's remaining time was due to our efforts. Wildcard gets my highest recommendation and appreciation. read more

Our border collie dug up a nest of cottontails in our backyard, the 2 that survived we found & brought inside the house , I just couldn't let them die. We got milk replacement & did some research on helping them eventually be released back outside. The girl that greeted us was not the friendliest , she did not act pleased with our drop off & I almost changed my mind about leaving the bunnies in her care. She hatefully announced that its illegal to keep wildlife for over 24 hours. I was shocked with what we saw after the raving reviews on Facebook. It was a horror show, felt like I was looking into an evil scientists' lab. A large observation window lets you see into their work areas, there were dead, mutilated covered in blood animals. I noticed a white ferret in a bowl with tools & it was obviously dead, I looked away. I didn't want to see anything else, I have a weak stomach. My daughters saw much more & were shaken up & very upset. My daughter reached into the bin to say goodbye to the bunnies & she was scolded. I understand their mission behind what they do , and they have a method that is best for the animals. But my kids have been helping me with these 2 rabbits for a week & they are attached! It's normal! My 11 year old said there was a dead calf on the ground. Maybe it was a deer & she thought it was a calf, because I don't know why a cow would be in a place just for wildlife. You think your doing the right thing by not letting your dog eat them, feeding them, & taking the animals to a place that specializes in the care of wild animals, the lecture is not needed. I did not know there were places like this that take in wounded & orphaned wildlife, if so we would have been in sooner. Use discretion when taking children there! Had no idea we would see what we did. read more

I attended one of the twice yearly open houses and was super impressed. Such an extensive facility with great staff. And the open house is a great opportunity to learn about Oklahoma Wildlife. I'm glad to have this facility in the area. read more

My husband and I live in Shawnee, OK and we found a baby squirrel baby only a few days old. I called 12 different "animal shelters" who all either refused the animal or directed me to someone else. Horribly the Shawnee animal rescue said they were just going to euthanize the baby and of course I refused their help. We finally got wildcares # and they said as long as we could bring the animal to them that they would gladly take him in and rehabiltate him. When I arrived the woman was extremely nice and immeaditly got the baby into an incubator. I'm so extremely happy that this facility exists because without them that baby would have died. I highly recommend taking exotic wildlife animals to them for rehabilitation. read more