North Country Wild Care
Emergency Hotline: (518) 964-6740
THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 GALA SPONSORS AND SILENT AUCTION DONORS!
We couldn’t to this without you! Please take a look at the many local businesses that support our work and wildlife with their gala sponsorships. We’d also like to thank the local businesses and artists that donated silent auction items. And visit our supporters page to see even more local providers that help us do what we do, including the local veterinarians that help us with wildlife.💗🦅🐢🦫🦉🦊🙌
WHAT TO DO IF YOU FIND A BABY RABBIT
Every summer we get tons of calls about baby cottontails, but here’s the most important thing to know:
Mom is almost always nearby!Mother rabbits only visit the nest a couple times a day (usually dawn and dusk), so it may look like the babies have been abandoned, but they usually are not.
What to do if you find a baby rabbit:
If the nest is intact and babies are uninjured:Leave them right where they are! Monitor to see if Mom is returning.
If the nest was disturbed (by a dog, mower, etc.):Rebuild it with the original grass/fur if possible and place babies back inside. Call our hotline for advice on how to keep your dog out and protect the nest.
Keep pets away from the area
Do NOT:
Feed them Give water Assume they are abandoned just because you don’t see mom
When to call for help:Injured babies
Cat/dog caught
Cold, lethargic, or covered in flies
Nest destroyed and cannot be rebuilt
If you’re unsure, always reach out to our hotline, we’re here to help guide you 
Sharing this information can save lives! Please pass it along to the animal lovers in your life 
WHAT TO DO IF YOU FIND A BABY SQUIRREL
This time of year, a second wave of baby squirrels are starting to be born and sometimes they can end up on the ground. While it might look like they need help right away, that’s not always the case, mom is often nearby and still caring for them.
Before stepping in, take a moment to check out this guide 
Some babies just need help being reunited with mom Others may truly need intervention And knowing the difference can save a life Please remember: do NOT give food or water, just keep baby warm!
If you’re unsure, call our hotline right away: (518) 964-6740Every situation is different, and we’re here to help you make the best decision for the animal
Thank you for looking out for wildlife and being part of their second chance
