If you encounter an orphaned or injured wild animal, do not offer food or water unless directed by a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. Instead, keep the animal warm, quiet, and in a dark, secure place away from children and pets while you seek assistance.
Please remember that many wildlife rehabilitators are dedicated volunteers who may specialize in certain species, operate from their homes, and are not available 24 hours a day. If you don’t receive an immediate response, be patient and continue reaching out for help.
BIRDS:
- The Ojai Raptor Center – 805-649-6884
- Camarillo Wildlife Rehabilitation – 805-482-7617
- Ojai Valley Wildlife Care (Oakview) – 805-758-8190
- Ventura Hummingbird Rescue – 805-320-2438
- Baby Birds (Ventura) – 805-448-2379
SMALL MAMMALS: (squirrels/opossums/raccoons)
- Camarillo Wildlife Rehabilitation – 805-482-7617
- Squirrelmender Wildlife Rehabilitation (Thousand Oaks) – 805-338-0481
- Ojai Valley Wildlife Care (Oakview, CA) – 805-758-8190
- Christina’s Critters (Santa Paula, CA) – 805-832-9794
LARGE MAMMALS: (coyotes/bobcats/fox/deer)
- Wildlife Care of Southern California (Simi Valley) – 805-428-7105
- Camarillo Wildlife Rehabilitation – 805-482-7617
- Santa Barbara Wildlife Care – 805-681-1080
ANIMAL CONTROL: (Bears/Mountain Lions)
- Ventura County Animal Services (Camarillo) – 805-388-434
- Dept Fish & Wildlife (Ventura) – 805-644-1766
MARINE LIFE:
- Channel Islands Marine & Wildlife Institute (CIMWI) (Goleta) – 805-567-1505
- Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles (Los Angeles) – 800-399-4253
For all other areas visit www.animalhelpnow.org to find wildlife rescue in your area.
