Frequently Asked Questions

Do not touch, feed, or attempt to care for the animal. Keep people and pets away, place the animal in a quiet, dark, well-ventilated container if needed, and contact a permitted wildlife rehabilitator. immediately. 

Many young wild animals are left alone while parents forage. Signs an animal may need help include visible injuries, bleeding, paralysis, being attacked by a cat or dog, or being cold, weak, or unresponsive. When in doubt, contact a wildlife professional before intervening. 

An orphaned animal has been separated from its mother and cannot survive on its own. An injured animal has physical injuries that require medical attention.

No. Feeding or watering wildlife improperly is one of the most common causes of death. Even well-intended care can be fatal. 

Human handling causes stress, imprinting, and habituation, which can make animals unreleasable and unsafe in the wild. 

No. All animals are cared for solely for rehabilitation and release. 

We unfortunately cannot allow public visits to protect the animals in our care. However, we do offer virtual tours and educational programs for the public.

IVWP serves Southwest Riverside County, working closely with animal control officers, wildlife veterinarians and other permitted wildlife professionals and trained volunteers. 

Wildlife rehabilitation is funded entirely through donations. There is no government funding for daily care. 

You can become a member of Inland Valley Wildlife Project by filling out a membership form on our website or contacting us through email or phone.