If you find a wild animal that you believe needs help, call the Sanders Wildlife Rehabilitation Center at 330-477-0448 for instructions before handling the animal.
We accept for care all native species of mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. For more information on accepted animals, visit the Quick Links on the right.
We do not rehabilitate the following species:
Birds:
- Starlings
- European Finch (aka House Sparrow)
- Pigeons
Reptiles:
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Venomous snakes
Mammals:
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White tailed deer
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Skunks
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Coyote
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Adult Raccoons
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Adult Fox
- Beaver
- or any Endangered Species
Call us for information on what to do if you find an endangered species. For mammals listed above and endangered species, you may also call your local wildlife officer. In Stark County, the number is 330-644-3802, ext. 3211. For a list of Ohio’s endangered species, click on this link http://ohiodnr.com/?TabId=5664