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An Eat Directory allows you to be in business for yourself without the typical outlay to start your own business.
Here's why this idea is so phenomenal…
Each Directory has a Very Respectable Annual Gross Income Potential. One person can "sell" as many Directories as they can manage. See analysis HERE
You have the opportunity to operate multiple area directories and increase your income dramatically. You would form your own company with your own company name as an LLC, Corporation, sole proprietor; whatever you choose.
You will be leasing your local Eat Directory from us for a low monthly rental, with No Hidden Charges.
The Local Eat Directory Name is dictated by the area. For example, if you are leasing the Eat Directory for Durham, NC, the Directory name would be EatDurham.com – Your Company name would be the exclusive agent for EatDurham.com – Your Name, Company Name and Contact Info will appear on the Order Forms, Website, Business cards, Brochures, etc.
When you sell an ad, payment will be made out to You or Your company directly… Your Bank Account, Your Bookkeeping.
You will in essence have your own Art Department at your disposal! All Ads will be designed by us for a flat $29 for each ad. Ads will be uploaded to your local EAT website within 48 hours* of receiving Ad order with payment. (* Monday to Friday – Holidays Excluded) Requested edits will be made same day (during business hours).


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I took Katie for a walk today, and we wended our way at an easy pace to the creek, which has a lovely big park around it, including small patches of forest, sort of, just thin stands of trees and bushes really, but it looks very nice anyway.
The park is a fair hike from where I live, this is important to keep in mind as the story progresses.
Anyway, we were almost ready to leave, when I got the first "twinge", I thought I'd have to "Go", and began to wonder if I could hold on till I got home.
I think I can, I think I can, I think I can…
Eyeballs beginning to float. I started our walk home.
Now I began to think about Coles, which wasn't far away, certainly a lot closer than home was, It would be easy to go there, lug Katie in with me, relieve myself and be on my way, feeling a lot lighter and happier.
So off we went, down the road, past the Baptist Church (Pray for me, ok?), Holding it in, getting closer, through the car park, up to Coles and….
The Toilets were locked and bolted shut, How could they? These toilets have never been locked before, why now?
I was in serious trouble, the time I had spent coming here could have gone towards getting home, how dare they close the public toilets, couldn't they at least offer a commode, or a goes-under?
I was desperate.
I stood outside of Coles just staring at the gate, with Katie panting beside me.
A Mum with three little girls came up behind me and wanted a cuddle of a certain big doggie, I was polite and let the girls have a pat, but now was not the time or place.
We walked back.
There was no way I was going to make it home, I was going to explode, I walked back past the Baptist Church, considering asking if I could use theirs, they could convert me, anything they liked, as long as I could meet their pretty potty.
My insticts kicked in, this was a dire emergency… I had to go in the trees at the park,
it was that or wet myself in public, the choices weren't good.
As I waddled back to the park, I found a plastic drink cup, and grabbed it, then hiked back to the forest with a big dog who wanted to stop and sniff the grass along the way.
Malamutes are supposed to pull, but most of the time I pull her along.
Finally I found a nice set of bushes where I could have some privacy, and used the cup, sweet blessed relief.
I'm a very private person, I won't use the urinal in the men's dunny because I have what they term a "shy bladder", which probably stems from the activities of bullies at high-school, so I always go in a cubicle where I can be private and lock myself in.
So this was not my area.
I watch Katie sit and pee wherever she likes, without social pressures, it's even expected in her species.
Another reason I'm not coming back as a human next time around.


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From June 8 to 9, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra led by David Lloyd-Jones recorded various works by William Alwyn at the Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool, UK. Recorded were Autumn Legend, Fanfare for a Joyful Occasion, Concerto Grosso No. 2, Concerto Grosso No. 3, Overture to "The Moor of Venice", and the Suite from the opera: "Miss Julie".
The recording, produced by Andrew Walton and planned to be released on Naxos in 2008, is part of the cycle of the complete orchestral works of William Alwyn with the RLPO. These recordings are kindly supported by The William Alwyn Foundation.


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Recording Management allows Account Owners and Admins to manage their users' cloud recordings, including view, delete, and share the video, audio, transcript, and chat files.
This article covers:
- Accessing Recording Management
- Searching Recordings
- Exporting Recordings List
- Viewing Recordings
- Deleting Files
- Viewing Files in the Trash
- Account Owner or Admin permissions
- Cloud Recording Enabled
Accessing Recording Management
Log in to your Zoom web portal and navigate to Recording Management. You will see a list of cloud recordings on your account.
You can search the recordings using the search menu at the top. You can adjust the date range and status, then search by Host, Meeting ID, Topic, or Keyword.
You can export a CSV file with recording details, including the host's email, Meeting ID, Meeting Topic, start date and time, and file size.
To export this information, enter the search criteria you would like to download a report on, then click Export.
- Find the recording you want to view and click the topic.
This will pull up a list of the recording files, where you'll have access to these options:
- Pencil icon : Allows you to rename the meeting topic.
- Recording thumbnail: Plays the video or audio file in your browser. Learn more >
- Download: Downloads the recording file to your local computer.
- Share: Displays the recording link information and sharing settings, such as disabling downloads from viewers and requiring a password to view.
- Share this recording: Allows the recording to be shared publicly or internally. Switch the toggle off if you want the recording to be private.
- Viewers can download: Allows viewers to download the video in addition to viewing it online.
- On-demand(Registration Required): Requires users to enter their name and email address before viewing or downloading the recording. The host will be able to download a report with this information.
- Password protect: Requires users to enter a password before viewing or downloading the recording. After toggling this to on, enter a custom password and click Save.
- Copy shareable link: Copies the shareable link to your clipboard.
- Trash icon : Moves the file to your trash.
Recordings with screen share, chat, or audio transcript
If you recorded a meeting that contained screen sharing, you'll see an additional recording file called Shared screen with speaker view, which contains the screen share portion of your recorded meeting.
Click the link to play it. You can also hover over it to display for icons to download the file, copy the shareable link, or delete the file:
If your cloud recording has audio transcript or chat enabled, you'll also see the same icons for the transcript and chat files:
You can delete all cloud recordings on your account, all recordings in a specific search, all files for a meeting, or individual recording files. This will move the files to the trash and you can permanently delete them from the trash manually. If you don't permanently delete them manually, they will be deleted in 30 days. Files in the trash don't count towards your cloud recording storage.
Deleting all files in your account
If you would like to delete all files in your account, click Delete All without entering any search criteria or changing the date range.
Deleting all files in a search
- Enter the desired date range and search criteria.
- Click Search.
- Click Delete All.
You will need to confirm if you want to delete the recordings you searched for.
- Click Yes to confirm and move the recordings to the trash.
Deleting All Files from a Meeting
- Search for the meeting you would like to delete files from.
- Click Delete.
- Search for the meeting you would like to delete a file from.
- Click the topic.
- Click the trash icon .
To view files in the trash, click Trash on the right side of the Recording Management page. Files in the trash don't count towards your cloud recording storage and will be permanently deleted in 30 days. If you do not have the Trash option, there are currently no files in your trash.
Recovering Files from the Trash
Check one or more meetings and then click Recover at the top. Click Recover to the right of individual meetings to recover that meeting only.
Permanently Deleting All Files
- Click Empty Trash located in the top-right corner.
- Click Empty to confirm that you want to permanently delete all files.
Permanently Deleting Individual Meetings
Check one or more meetings and then click Delete at the top. Click Delete to the right of individual meetings to delete that meeting only.


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Ongoing Projects
IFCO hosts and participates in a number of projects with Foster Care partners around the world. Select from one of the continents on the map below to find out what projects are ongoing or have taken place in those areas. For more information or if you're interested in furthering a Foster Care projects with IFCO, call us today on +44 (0) 20 8144 7571 or email email@example.com.
Empowering Marginalized Children
Russian Federation
This project is a partnership between IFCO, Partnership for Every Child (P4EC) Russia, the non-commercial partner orgainisation "Families for Children"(based in Enkateringburg) and the Russian Centre for Prison Reform to achieve youth participation in Russia for children without parental care. The overall objective of the project is for children without parental care and children in conflict with the law in the Russian Federation to become empowered to influence the decision-making processes that affect their lives and obstruct the fulfilment of their rights.
The UN convention of children's rights has strengthened the rights of every child to freely express their view on all matter that affect their interests. It's especially difficult to realize this right for children who find themselves in difficult life circumstances. For instance, the court process rarely takes into account the opinion of the child, when making decisions about the child's future. With the aim of supporting children who have been left without the care of their parents and also children who find themselves in conflict with the law a three year project "Right to be heard: the participation of children and young people in the development of social policy" has been implemented in in Russia over the period of 2011-2013.
Project specialists help children and young people develop and prove leadership qualities so in future they could present and assert their rights on their own (Articles 9, 18, 40 of the UNCRC). The project also helps adolescents and young people in conflict with the law which implies the testing of alternatives to custodial sentencing for minor offences. This helps to decrease the percentage of re-offences and give the best chances for rehabilitation and socialization of young people (for example, restorative justice, mediation, electronic bracelets, etc). In one of the project regions a new social service – foster care family for children in conflict with the law – is to be introduced.
One of the main directions of the project is to develop a mechanism for considering the opinion of minors when deciding whether or not parents' rights should be taken away or restricted in court. Creating this mechanism will allow young people to actively participate in decisions which influence their lives and also represent and defend their rights. Moreover, the project creates a community of children who live under state care, foster care, with guardians or other forms of family environments. Children are offered training and consulting with government representatives, the opportunity to discuss European practices where children participate in the court process and take on alternative punishment for minors , organizing experience exchange for peers from different regions and countries with the support of the International Foster Care Organisation.
The activities of the project are supported by representatives from regional judges, state specialist social workers and other social policy authorities.
The project is financed by the European Union under the program "Investing in people: Child Participation".


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Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Office Chair Review: Lift by Modway
If we had to describe the Modway Lift chair with just one word, it would be "modern". With distinctively bold design characteristics, the Lift chair puts off a high tech look that's way ahead of it's time. You'll quickly notice the high back design with segmented mesh sections and headrest that work together to contribute to the cutting edge vibe. The Lift chair is further accented with the addition of a luxurious chrome 5 star base that really pops in professional settings. Looking at the Lift chair from the rear, it's even more modern. A stylish chrome support beam that resembles a human vertebrae rounds out what we feel is one of the coolest and most unique seating solutions on the market.
The EEI-324 model Lift chair packs a major ergonomic punch. The independently adjustable mesh back sections work together to provide excellent back support during those long operating sessions when you need your chair to be at it's best. The adjustable T shaped arms come in handy when computing while the multi functional mechanism is easy to use and operate. We found that the Lift chair really minimized the ergonomic learning curve. While most of today's most popular office chairs are a bit hard to master, the Lift will have you ready, willing, and able to adapt at a moments notice.
The Lift chair is a perfect option for high end executive interiors. With it's upscale modern look, this chair will earn your space an abundance of positive complimented from valued visitors. This modern mesh swivel chair is also a great option for home computing as it's consumer friendly price point will allow you to get comfortable without breaking the bank. Last but certainly not least, these highly adjustable chairs are perfect for professional tasking. In a world filled with chairs claiming to be ergonomic in just about every way imaginable, the Lift excels. Sit in this mesh chair once and you'll never settle for anything less. The Lift will take your performance to the next level. There's not too much you can't do effectively in this office chair. While a bit big for professional conference room settings, that's really the only operational limitation.
The EEI-234 model Lift chair is currently available 2016 for $474.99. It's most commonly compared to the Ergohuman mesh back executive chair from Eurotech Seating which is priced a few hundred dollars higher. While we personally feel the Ergohuman is a slightly more comfortable variation, this minimal difference cannot be effectively justified at nearly twice the price. The Lift chair offers many of the cutting edge adjustment features found on chairs priced well over a thousand dollars. It's probably a bit pricey for the average shopper, but for those looking to invest in ergonomic functionality, it's great buy when compared to the other top rated models on the market with the same features.
We are pleased to give this modern office chair from Modway 4 out of 5 stars. The Lift is cool, comfortable, and significantly more cost effective then it's most comparable peers. If you're looking for a high quality office chair that's up to date with today's current seating trends, the Lift is a must consider. We gave a half star deduction due to a lack of cool color options you'll find on many of Modway's most popular chairs. We gave another half star deduction because we feel the chair seat should be available in full upholstered variations for long term durability and user comfort. The mesh seat is light, springy, and doesn't have the waterfall edge commonly found on many of the chairs at this price point to help take the pressure off knees when working. Overall, this is a fantastic chair that's easy to use. Any shopper can invest in the Lift chair with confidence!
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Since 2012, Boerne Vision Center has been the preferred provider of comprehensive, personalized vision examinations and services to our patients in Boerne and the surrounding areas. Schedule an appointment with us and give your vision the level of care and attention it deserves.
Dr. Susan Ly Johnson is a Doctor of Optometry and a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. She earned her bachelor of science degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. She received her Doctorate of Optometry from the University of the Incarnate Word, Rosenberg School of Optometry. Dr. Johnson also obtained her Master's in Public Health from Salus University. Dr. Johnson completed a primary care residency at the University of the Incarnate Word – Rosenberg School of Optometry concentrated in ocular disease management. She studied under the guidance of San Antonio's best ophthalmologists and optometrists in glaucoma management, contacts and scleral lens for corneal transplants and keratoconus, dry eyes and corneal disease management, LASIK & PRK refractive surgery management, cataract evaluations, and retinal evaluations such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal breaks/detachments.
Dr. Johnson has been a healthcare volunteer in Honduras educating children about infectious diseases. In her spare time, she serves at the Child Legacy International organization based in Boerne, Texas. CLI is a Christian non-profit organization working in Africa to transform lives by providing opportunities that break the generational cycle of poverty and despair. Click here for full bio.
Dr. Brodrick grew up in Dallas, Texas. He attended Texas A&M University from 1984-1988 and earned a bachelor of science degree. He attended the University of Texas Medical School at Houston from 1995-1999. He was awarded the most outstanding medical student in ophthalmology in 1999.
Dr. Brodrick then went to the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas for residency in ophthalmology. He then completed a two year subspecialty medical and surgical fellowship in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery at Texas Retina Associates in Dallas, Texas. He studied under the guidance of 11 of the most respected names in the field of vitreoretinal disease, and the best retina surgeons in the world. He started private practice in San Antonio, Texas in 2005, and has established numerous satellite offices in surrounding communities to bring quality retina care to those unable to travel to San Antonio.
In 2007 he was awarded the West Side Chamber of Commerce Doctoral Achievement Award for outstanding community service, and was recognized by Mayor Phil Hardberger. He was recognized by the Commissioners Court of Bexar County and received an award from Nelson Wolff. He has also received a Certificate of Excellence by the State of Texas from State Senator Leticia Van De Putte. He was also recognized in Scene in S.A. as one of San Antonio's top doctors. Since 2008 he has been listed as one of the top retina specialists in "America's Top Ophthalmologists".
Dr. Brodrick focuses his practice on diseases and surgery of the retina, including diabetes, macular degeneration, retinal detachments, macular holes and trauma, amongst many other conditions. He is currently accepting new patients by referral only. Appointments can be made by phone at 888-271-7648. Please request to be seen at the Boerne office.
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Patient of the Week
Learn more about the wild patients treated at PAWS Wildlife Center through this weekly feature.
November 15, 2019
The patient of the week is a rare patient, a Laysan Albatross. This subadult male was found not flying on the deck of a freighter ship before it was taken to PAWS. On his intake exam, it was noted that the end of his upper bill was fractured and he was favoring his left leg. Our vet team placed bone cement to stabilize the bill fracture. Since intake, our rehabilitators have been providing nutritional support and striving to improve the bird's water proofing. These epic flyers tend to spend most of their time soaring over the northern Pacific Ocean.
November 5: Adult Bobcat
The patient of the week is an adult male Bobcat that was likely hit by a car. A former PAWS employee found him on the side of the road and realized he was still breathing. Due to his critical status, our team immediately treated him for head trauma on arrival to reduce the presumed swelling in his brain. Radiographs indicated that he had only minor injuries otherwise. The treatment worked well as he was able to sit upright the next day. He continued to improve every day for over a week. Now he has fully regained his vision and coordination. We transferred him to Sarvey Wildlife Center last week to finish the last stage of recovery and assessment!
September 6: Red Crossbill
The patient of the week joined our baby bird nursery just as we were about to close it down for the season. Red crossbills can breed later in the year and even during winter. This patient was found injured at a campsite on the Olympic Peninsula. Our animal care team discovered and treated a fractured right clavicle that has now healed. The cross of the bill isn't as pronounced as it will be once fully mature. In another week or so the beak will be long enough to allow this bird to efficiently extract seeds from evergreen cones.
July 27: Townsend's Chipmunk
The patient of the week is a Townsend's Chipmunk. She was found caught in two traps: a glue trap on her left side and a rodent snap trap around her neck. Somehow, she survived this ordeal and arrived at the Wildlife Center last week. We treated her soft tissue wounds and washed her fur. She was just released in Woodinville!
July 19: Young American Robbins
The patients of the week are these young American Robbins. These are three of the 50 young robins that we have received and cared for in our Baby Bird Nursery this year. The photo was taken directly after they were fed by one of our amazing volunteers. These three are eating well and we hope to release them once they grow in their flight and tail feathers fully.
July 12: Long-eared Myotis
The patient of the week is a Long-eared Myotis. She was found on flypaper and gave birth on her way to PAWS. She arrived very cold and had to be placed immediately in our incubator. She recovered, and our rehabilitation staff cleaned all the contaminants from her fur and skin. She is looking better but the ordeal was too much for her newborn infant which died in care.
June 4: Coyote
A big thank you to the Washington State Patrol for catching and delivering this Coyote pup yesterday. He is patient of the week and arrived with a fractured metacarpus (bone in his paw). Rehabilitation staff members placed a splint to stabilize the fracture in his paw before placing him in a safe enclosure for the night.
April 26: Laysan Albatross
We got a rare visitor not only to PAWS but to inland waters of Washington State, a Laysan Albatross. They are usually found on tropical islands of the Pacific when on land but spend most of their time on the open waters of the North Pacific Ocean. She was found when employees of Lynden Inc. unloaded a barge from Honolulu in the Duwamish Waterway. The workers safely captured her, placed her in a box, and called us for help. She arrived too weak to stand, but her energy and weight are up. A big thanks to Seattle Aquarium for donating squid for her care.
April 12: River Otter Pups
Two otter pups are our patients of the week. The first was found in the surf coughing and alone. She was only 1 week old with eyes still shut, so she should not have been outside the den yet. The next day her sibling was found alone on the beach too. The two sisters were reunited at PAWS last week. Our rehab staff is currently bottle feeding them every 4 hours including during the middle of the night. We are thankful for such a dedicated, compassionate, hardworking staff that will rise to any challenge to help our patients. A special thanks to Grays Harbor Veterinary Services that stabilized the second otter before she was transferred here.
April 5: Female Wood Duck
The patient of the week is a female Wood Duck that was found stuck in a chimney in North Seattle. Wood Ducks search for and nest in previously excavated cavities. In this region, they often use tree cavities created by Pileated Woodpeckers, but sites are scarce in developed areas. This hen probably mistook the chimney for a potential nest site. Luckily, the homeowner was able to rescue her and bring her to PAWS. For those of you with chimneys, install a chimney cap with mesh side to prevent wildlife entry. Also, consider installing a nest box if you live near water to entice Wood Ducks to safer spots.
March 29: Red-tailed Hawk
The patient of the week is a Red-tailed Hawk that was likely struck by a vehicle on Highway 18 in Federal Way. After providing some stabilizing fluids to treat her dehydration, we took radiographs to confirm no bones were broken. She bounced back quickly, eventually was moved to our outside enclosure, and passed all of her flight tests. Thanks to the folks at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden down in Federal Way, we were able to release the hawk in some amazing habitat!
March 22: Muskrat
The patient of the week is a female Muskrat. She was found swimming in circles in Lumni Bay. We suspected she had salt toxicity based on her blood work and clinical signs. She probably dispersed from the nearby lake and used the bay to travel to a new wetland. Young females from the last litter of 2018 are leaving their mothers' home ranges right now to find new territories. She may have ingested too much salt water during her search. Fortunately, our salt toxicity treatment, which focused on lowering her sodium levels with fluid therapy, was effective, and she was released a few days ago! Learn more about Muskrats from WDFW's website.
March 15: Yuma Myotis
We got a surprise bat species in the middle of February. This Yuma Myotis was disturbed during hibernation while someone was cleaning out a vacant house. She arrived at PAWS Wildlife Center with some small injuries to her patagium (the membrane of her wing). The bat has recovered in care but won't be released until nighttime lows rise above 50°F. Learn more about this species from University of Washington's Encyclopedia of Puget Sound.
March 8: Brown Creeper
This Brown Creeper was attacked by a cat and currently is being treated for a swollen wing, infection from a puncture wound, and missing tail feathers. The stiff tail feathers of creepers are super important as they support their body while foraging and resting on the side of a tree trunk. Creepers prefer mature trees to forage and snags for nesting. That is why protecting the forests in our green spaces as our communities grow is so important. Please support groups like Seattle Green Space Coalition, Forterra, and Earth Corps in preserving and restoring our community natural areas.
March 1: Northern Alligator Lizard
The patient of the week is a Northern Alligator Lizard that was found in a garage with a severed tail. Dropping a tail is a defense mechanism for lizards that are attacked by predators. The tail continues to move which might distract the predator from pursuing the lizard further. Since tail regeneration is energetically expensive and finding a lizard's hibernaculum (place it stays in the winter while inactive) is difficult, we will care for this patient until temperatures are significantly warmer in April.
February 22: Cooper's Hawk
The patient this week is a juvenile Cooper's Hawk that was injured during the snow storm. Somehow, she made her way into a machine shop and crashed into a wall. Thankfully the workers in the shop heard the crash, found her, and called PAWS Wildlife Center for help. The hawk couldn't fly but our animal care team has worked to repair her injured shoulder. After 10 days of care, she has regained her ability to fly and is currently housed in our flight pen for pre-release flight conditioning.
February 15: Great Blue Heron
The patient of the week is a Great Blue Heron. She was rescued by a kayaker from the water and sent to Discovery Bay Rehabilitation Center in Port Townsend. After stabilization and initial care, she was transferred to us at PAWS Wildlife Center for surgery. The first round of surgical procedures to repair fractures in her wing is complete. Her prognosis is guarded; she has many hurdles to overcome including extensive tissue damage to the area around the fractures.
February 8: Creeping Vole
A dog discovered a distressed Creeping Vole not moving on top of the snow this week. After some food and a night of rest here at PAWS Wildlife Center, he was ready to leave. We found his tunnels in some vegetation and released him back to his home. Creeping voles are the smallest vole species in Western Washington. They do not hibernate but stay active throughout the winter.
February 1: Bufflehead
A male bufflehead is our patient of the week. He was found stuck in a dumpster in Kent. We are not sure how he got in there, but he was admitted with an injured wing, bruising on his feet, and a cut on the base of his bill. He is recovering well and is now swimming in an outdoor pool. Buffleheads are the smallest diving duck in Washington State. If you enjoy watching these birds here in the winter, then you might like reading the article "Go Find Yourself a Bufflehead" from the Audubon Society.
January 25: Guadalupe Fur Seal
The patient this week is a Guadalupe Fur Seal. He was found tangled in a fishing net in Ocean shores earlier this month. After enforcement officers removed the net, he made his way down to Long Beach, WA where he again was stranded. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Marine Mammal Investigations staff picked him up and brought him to the PAWS Wildlife Center to be stabilized before transport to The Marine Mammal Center (TMMC) in Sausalito, California. He arrived at PAWS in poor body condition with multiple wounds from the net entanglement. If you would like to follow his rehabilitation care, check out TMMC's current patients page and follow the Guadalupe Fur Seal that they named "Herb" admitted on 1/22/19.
January 18: Varied Thrush
This Varied Thrush arrived at the Wildlife Center two weeks ago. She was found in a backyard hopping around and unable to fly. Our animal care team treated her clavicle fracture with a body wrap to immobilize her right wing. Her wrap is off and she just moved to our aviary where her flight is improving. We hope to release her soon in the lowlands where she'll spend a few more months before migrating up to the mountains for the summer.
January 11: Cooper's Hawk
The patient of the week is an adult Cooper's Hawk. She suffered wounds to her shoulder and breast and a fractured left clavicle that is being managed with pain medications and a wrap to immobilize the wing and allow the bone to heal. She was banded 3.5 years ago in West Seattle by the Urban Raptor Conservancy as part of their study. We collaborate with this nonprofit regularly as they band all the raptors that are released from the Wildlife Center. Learn more about their research here and report any bands you see to the bird banding laboratory. You might be reporting one of our former patients!
January 4: Bushtit
This week's patient is a male Bushtit that fractured his coracoid. The coracoid is a bone in the shoulder that is important for flight. His prognosis is very guarded as the fracture is in a difficult location, but our animal care staff is doing everything they can to support him while the fracture heals. Check out the All About Birds website, if you want to see more great photos/videos of these small birds.
December 21: Anna's Hummingbird
Patient of the week is an Anna's Hummingbird. She arrived hypothermic and needed to be placed directly in an incubator. She survived the almost fatal state but still is recovering from a keel fracture. We hope to release her in the New Year!
December 14: Snow Goose
A female Snow Goose is our patient of the week. After a long journey from Wrangel Island in the Russian Arctic, this goose found its way to PAWS Wildlife Center last week. She was shot and suffered a fractured left ulna and radius. Our veterinary staff pinned the radius back to its proper position which inturn aligned the ulna as well. If you would like to see this winter migrant, head up to the Skagit Valley before mid-May. You may encounter large flocks in an agricultural field. Learn more about Snow Geese in the Skagit Valley from the Birds of Winter website.
December 7: Great Blue Heron
Our patient of the week is a Great Blue Heron from Seattle. She suffered multiple fractures in her right wing and was found on the side of the road unable to fly. Our veterinary team performed orthopedic surgery to pin the broken bones back into place. She is still recovering after 85 days in care because of the complex nature of the fractures and soft tissue wounds. If you want to learn more about Great Blue Herons in Washington, check out Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife's website here.
November 30: Juvenile Peregrine Falcon
A juvenile male Peregrine Falcon is the patient of the week. He was found unable to fly in downtown Seattle with a keel fracture. This species was listed as endangered last century and only 5 pairs existed in Washington State in 1980. The population has recovered and considered stable now after the pesticide DDT was banned in the United States. Learn more about Peregrine Falcons living in cities from this great BirdNote story!
November 21: Juvenile Harbor Seal
The patient this week is a juvenile Harbor Seal. She arrived in late September with many health concerns including diarrhea, emaciation, multiple puncture wounds on her shoulder and rear flipper, and respiratory distress. Our Veterinary and rehabilitation team did an excellent job of treating all her health problems with supportive care and specific treatments for pneumonia and lungworm infection. Lungworm treatments can be challenging but the seal responded very well and is now thriving. We hope to release her back in the Puget Sound soon!
November 16: Green-winged Teal
The Green-winged Teal is the smallest dabbling duck in North American and can be seen regularly in western Washington during the winter. In this photo, this young patient is recovering from anesthesia after a series of radiographs. The veterinary team discovered that he has a fractured keel which is an important bone for flight. He is progressing well in care and has a good prognosis. Learn more about this small duck from Seattle Audubon's BirdWeb.
November 9: Northern Pygmy Owl
The patient of the week is an adult Northern Pygmy Owl that flew into a window in Carnation. If you look close at the photo, you can see where the wings, head, and body collided with the glass. The patient arrived with blood in its mouth and nares (nostrils) and was unable to fly. After some rest and medication, the owl fully recovered. This is the time of year that we see many window strikes at the Wildlife Center. Check out our webpage to see what you can do to minimize these types of accidents.
November 2: Juvenile Ring-necked Duck
The patient of the week is a juvenile Ring-necked Duck that is currently in care for multiple wounds on its neck and body. Ring-necked Ducks prefer shallow, freshwater wetlands this time of year. Since Washington State has lost 31 percent of its wetlands since the late 18th century, it is extremely important that we maintain what remains. Check out this great flyer from Washington State University Extension about protecting our wetlands with native plants.
October 26: Song Sparrow
This Song Sparrow arrived tangled in an artificial Halloween spider web last week. This is not the first time a bird has been caught in these types of decorations. Though artificial web entanglement doesn't pose a threat at the scale of many other human-caused dangers, webs are up at a time when some birds are migrating, and these entanglements are easily preventable.
October 19: Orphaned Northern Flying Squirrel
The patient this week is an orphaned Northern Flying Squirrel that arrived after a cat attack. He was hypothermic and dehydrated on intake, so our care team gave him fluids and placed him in an incubator. He recovered quickly and has been in care for 37 days. The Wildlife Center is currently caring for 6 other flying squirrels in our small mammal enclosure.
October 12: Western Grebe
This Western Grebe crash-landed into a wet road after mistaking it for a body of water. This mistake is more common in species like Western Grebes that migrate at night. Grebes need to "run" on water to gain flight. They cannot do this on concrete and generally don't move well on land due to the position of their legs. To get a sense of this, check out this video shared on Audubon's website. Fortunately, this grebe only suffered scrapes on its feet. After some wound management and time preening in one of our pools, the grebe was released back into the Puget Sound.
October 5: Western Pond Turtle
The patient of the week is a Western Pond Turtle. This species was classified as endangered in Washington in 1993 as the estimated population was only 156. The population has increased but still needs our help due to habitat loss, small population size, the prevalence of a shell disease, and introduced predators like bullfrogs. We are collaborating with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Woodland Park Zoo, Oregon Zoo, and Sustainability in Prisons Project to do our part in conserving this species. Every year PAWS receives pond turtles from WDFW and treats them for ulcerative shell disease. This is one of the eight patients we received this year.
September 28: Common Murre
This Common Murre arrived anemic and emaciated after washing up on a beach in Westport, WA. Our animal care staff maintained a clean, safe pool to allow the bird to regain its waterproofing and fed fish and nutritional supplements until it obtained a healthy weight. The patient was released after only 23 days in care. These seabirds propel themselves with their wings underwater and can dive more than 240 feet. Learn more about Common Murres from this BirdNote story!
September 14: Common Nighthawk
The patient of the week is this Common Nighthawk that was observed flying into objects and likely had some head trauma. The patient recovered quickly and was released in time to continue migration. Common Nighthawks will travel to South America and won't be seen this far north again until late spring. Check out this cool map showing the time of year and distance that multiple species travel between North and South America. Keep a special eye out for #35 on the map!
September 7: Western Long-eared Myotis
The patient of this week is a Western Long-eared Myotis. He arrived in good health so he was released after some rest and food. These bats are amazingly versatile hunters. They can use echolocation to catch prey in the air or glean (pick off) insects from vegetation without echolocation. Their slow yet maneuverable flight makes them great hunters but also requires a lot of energy. This means they need to hunt longer and eat more insects than many other bats in the area. If you need insect control, consider promoting snags for bat roosts. Learn more about this species from the University of Michigan's Animal Diversity website.
August 31: Rufous Hummingbird
The patient this week is a Rufous Hummingbird. She was attacked by a cat and couldn't fly when she arrived in care. We were relieved when she recovered fully in time for migration and was released three days ago. This small bird weighs about 3.4 grams (.12 ounces) and will migrate all the way to Mexico. Some birds will travel farther and others to a different area in Washington. It's not uncommon for these little travelers to fly into a window when passing through unfamiliar territory. Check out our tips to prevent window strikes and help them migrate safely.
August 24: Red-tailed Hawk
The patient of the week is this Red-tailed Hawk that arrived after being shot through her wing and leg. She suffered a fractured ulna and radius in her right wing as well as a fractured pelvis. Our veterinary team conducted a successful surgery to repair the fractured bones in her wing and the patient has now been in care for 76 days. She has made great strides towards full recover but is still growing feathers that she lost in the traumatic ordeal. We are optimistic she will be released soon!
August 10: Juvenile Green Heron
The patient of the week is this juvenile Green Heron that was found orphaned in Issaquah. One amazing fact about Green Herons is that they are one of the few birds in the world that use tools. They drop "bait" (insects, berries, sticks, feathers…) in front of them to attract fish. Check out Cornell Lab's site to learn more about these amazing small herons.
July 27: Dark-eyed Junco
The patient of the week is this Dark-eyed Junco that was found stuck to a glue trap. We strongly discourage the use of glue traps for many ethical reasons. One being that wildlife, like ground foraging juncos, can get caught in them and suffer slow deaths from starvation, suffocation, or other causes. Luckily this patient was discovered early and is currently recovering from feather loss. If you find an animal stuck to a glue trap, please do not try to remove the animal yourself. You may cause more harm. Contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator instead. Use WDFW's search tool to find the closest rehabilitator in Washington or go here if you live in another state.
July 20: American Robins
The patients of the week are these two American Robins. They both were victims of two separate cat attacks last week. They suffered multiple wounds and one has a fractured clavicle. We have already cared for 279 patients attacked by cats this year, compared to 245 by the same time last year. We strongly encourage cat companions to make Catios (outdoor cat patios) in their yards to keep both cats and wildlife safe. If you want to get ideas for your own Catio, please join us this Saturday from noon to 4 pm for Catio Tour Seattle. Find out more and register here!
July 13: Fledgling Peregrine Falcon
The patient this week is a fledgling Peregrine Falcon. This young male got himself tangled up in some razor wire below his nest. He suffered laceration on his wings and one toe. Fortunately, local raptor researchers found the bird and safely removed him from the fence. He spent 11 days at PAWS and after multiple wound management sessions, was released this week. The same researchers found the family's new location and we were able to release him where his parents and at least one sibling were flying.
July 6: Juvenile Striped Skunk
The patient of the week is this Striped Skunk from Richland, WA. Unfortunately, a hiker found the parents and one of his sibling deceased. Luckily, three of them survived the loss of their other family members and made their way to our Wildlife Center. They have recovered from their initial dehydration and are continuing to develop in care. To learn more about skunks in Washington and how to coexist with them, check out the Skunks page.
June 28: Harbor Seal Pup
The patient of the week is a Harbor Seal pup. The seal was kidnapped by well-meaning but misguided people that thought the animal was orphaned. The pupping season in the Puget Sound has begun and we would like to remind everyone to give at least 100 yards of space around seals. If you think a pup has been alone for 48 hours or is injured, please call the Marine Mammal Stranding Network. Use this map to find the contact number for your region.
June 22: Northern Flicker
These young Northern Flickers were orphaned and arrived at PAWS last week. A mill employee called us after discovering that a log had a cavity nest with 5 nestlings. Unfortunately, we were unable to find where the tree was harvested quick enough to re-nest these young flickers. We like to use these moments to encourage everyone to do their pruning and tree management during the winter when possible. It can be difficult to find nests in a tree even when one is looking. We recommend planning tree cuttings from November to January to avoid most nesting activity.
June 15: Yellow-billed Loon
The patient of the week is a Yellow-billed Loon transferred from Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center on San Juan Island. The loon arrived with foot lesions, respiratory problems and waterproofing issues. It was bad timing as this patient arrived at the beginning of this species migration to the Arctic tundra. Fortunately, our incredible team helped this loon fully recover in time to catch the end of peak migration season. Learn more about the largest species of loon from the United State Fish and Wildlife Service.
June 8: Red-breasted Nuthatches
The patients of this week are juvenile Red-breasted Nuthatches that were rescued from inside the wall of someone's home. Their siblings were found dead but these three survived. They are currently housed in our baby bird nursery where we are caring for 24 nestlings representing eight different species. We are touched by the incredible lengths that the homeowner took to save these birds. They had to put a large hole in their drywall to pull them to safety! We would like to take this opportunity to thank the hundreds of people each year that bring wildlife to PAWS for care.
June 1: Osprey
The patient this week is an Osprey from Orting. He arrived two weeks ago with a wing droop and wounds on his neck and keel. Ospreys do not handle captivity well and will often not eat in care. Luckily, this patient has started eating. We are optimistic that he will return to the wild very soon! Learn more about Ospreys from Seattle Audubon's BirdWeb.
May 25: Black-tailed Deer Fawn
The patient of the week is a Black-tailed Deer fawn. His mom was hit by a car and he was found wandering around and vocalizing the next day. Though this fawn needed care, we would like to remind everyone not to touch or approach fawns. They avoid detection by lying motionless and their moms purposely keep their distance to prevent predator detection. Female deer may be gone for up to 12 hours before returning to feed their young. Many people think healthy fawns are orphans when they don't see a doe. Signs that fawns are orphaned are wandering around while constantly vocalizing, dead vegetation under their body, or presence of many flies. Learn more about what to do if you find a fawn from WDFW's website or contact us if you have any questions.
May 18: Juvenile Long-Tailed Weasel
This juvenile Long-Tailed Weasel was found in Bothell in someone's backyard. He arrived at PAWS dehydrated, hypothermic, and generally weak but recovered quickly after a few days of receiving fluids and food. Long-Tailed Weasels are carnivores that mainly eat rodents. To learn more about these highly evolved predators, check out this University of Michigan webpage.
May 11: Juvenile Steller's Jay
The patient of the week is a young Steller's jay. After this bird fell from his nest, the finder attempted to feed and care for him for two days before sending him to PAWS. Soon after admission, the jay developed a folding fracture of his femur. This type of fracture is caused by malnourishment and occurs when the weak bones "fold" under the bird's natural body weight. Please contact us if you find a fallen nestling. We will help you find a solution that will give the baby its best chance of survival. o not attempt to care or feed for birds yourself. Rehabilitating young birds is highly technical and requires the proper knowledge and permits. Check out our handy infographic about what to do if you find a baby bird!
May 4: Great Horned Owl Fledgling
The patient this week is a Great Horned Owl fledgling. The young owl arrived in care at PAWS when it was found on the ground near a school. We assessed that the owl was healthy and returned it to its sibling and parents the next day in a nearby forest. Young owls may fall at this age when they clamber out on a branch from the nest. Parents will continue to feed their young on the ground until they are able to fly to a perch. This is a good reminder that many birds spend time on the ground when they leave the nest and should be left to develop without our intrusion. For tips about what to do when you find a young bird on the ground, check out this information from Audubon Society of Portland.
April 27: Mallard Ducklings
The patients of this week are nine Mallard ducklings that were found on top of a storm drain in Redmond. Sadly, their mother was hit by a vehicle. One duckling was rescued after falling into the drain. The PAWS Wildlife Center is currently caring for 74 ducklings as our busy baby eason is just starting to ramp up.
April 20: Red-tailed Hawk
The patient this week is a Red-tailed hawk. He suffered multiple burns from a suspected electric shock and is currently being treated for the remaining wounds on his feet. Our veterinary and rehabilitation team has been providing specialized care for this patient over the last 39 days, including regular wound management sessions under anesthesia. This is a great example of how difficult it can be to care for wildlife and how important it is to contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator if you find a sick or injured animal. PAWS Wildlife Center is open seven days a week from 8am-8pm until September 30th (our summer hours) and you can contact us at 425-412-4040. Learn more about what to do when you find a wild animal here.
April 13: Barrow's Goldeneye
Our newest edition is this Barrow's Goldeneye. He arrived weak and his blood work values are concerning. Fortunately, he is self-feeding and his waterproofing is good. You may have noticed these diving ducks around the Puget Sound this winter. You can enjoy them for another week or so as they will soon start migrating inland to breed. Learn more about this species from Seattle Audubon's BirdWeb.
April 6: Eastern Cottontail
This patient is a juvenile Eastern Cottontail that has recovered from some mild injuries and is now ready for release. With the start of spring, you should be cautious and on the lookout for young wild animals that may reside in your yard. Eastern cottontail nests are a depression in the ground covered by dried leaves and may look like a patch of dead grass. We recommend that you walk your yard before mowing, especially for the first time in the spring. If you happen to find a nest, placing a clothes basket over the area while you mow will protect any young rabbits and provide a good place marker so that you can leave a large boundary around the nest while mowing, just be sure to remove the basket after you finish. Other helpful tips are to mow slowly and mow from the middle out to the edges. Check out some of our tips to keep wildlife safe on our website.
March 24: Fledgling Anna's Hummingbird
The patient this week is a fledgling Anna's Hummingbird. This is our first young hummingbird of the year which is a further reminder that wildlife baby season has begun. Please keep a watchful eye out during yard maintenance and home repairs for our wildlife neighbors. Hummingbird nests are particularly difficult to see as they can be almost as small as a golf ball and covered with lichen and moss to blend in with the foliage. Nests can be found in a variety of trees and shrubs from 3-27 feet off the ground. For some tips about safe pruning check out our webpage!
March 19: Canada Goose
Our Canada Goose patient suffered deep tissue wounds to her abdomen and multiple fractures from a collision on an I-5 ramp. While taking radiographs, our veterinary team found that she also was shot previously by a pellet. Fortunately for this goose, the location of the pellet is unlikely to lead to lead toxicity, unlike an eagle that died from that malady a few weeks ago. For decades, conservationists have pushed for non-lead alternative products to replace some fishing gear and ammunition to prevent these lead-related deaths. If you are interested in learning more about the negative effects of lead on wildlife, check out the Wildlife Society's Fact Sheet.
March 9: Bald Eagle
The patient of this week is a female adult Bald Eagle. She arrived at PAWS 27 days ago after she was found lying on the ground in a weakened state. The cause of her weakness, feather damage, and other injuries are unknown. However, she has recovered her strength and is progressing well. Adult Bald Eagles are laying or incubating eggs right now in Western Washington. We should all remember to tread lightly around nests, especially during this sensitive period, to prevent abandonment. US Fish and Wildlife Service recommends giving at least 330 feet of space around an active nest.
February 28: Barn Owl
Our patient this week is a Barn Owl with likely rodenticide poisoning. She arrived weak, hypothermic and anemic. The amount of bruising around her body indicated that her ability to form blood clots was potentially compromised, which points to poison. We should remember that all rodenticide poisons can negatively affect animals farther up the food chain like owls, hawks, coyotes, and even cougars. A National Park study around Los Angeles researched the negative impacts of these chemicals on wildlife for many years. Check out a cool infographic that describes how it happens here.
February 21: Belted Kingfisher
This Belted Kingfisher arrived 12 days ago from Vashon Island. Our staff noticed she sustained an injury to her left eye and was wing walking due to a suspected spinal injury. She received medication to treat inflammation and pain and fed plenty of fish. She is now standing and flying much better but hasn't fully recovered. If you don't recognize this common neighbor, you probably have heard its distinct call while walking along beaches, streams, or rivers. Learn more about our local Kingfishers and listen to their call from Seattle Audubon Society's BirdWeb page.
February 16: Yearling American Black Bear
Our patient of the week is this yearling female black bear. She arrived with a bad case of diarrhea after getting into someone's garbage for a few days. Bears can emerge from hibernation in the winter, especially west of the Cascade Mountains. Bears are more likely to return to their dens if they don't find any easily accessible human food nearby. That is why it's important to maintain bear-safe practices throughout the winter. We just mentioned this in our most recent wildlife blog. For those that live in bear country, think about purchasing a bear-safe garbage can like these available for Issaquah residents.
February 8: River Otter
This River Otter was most likely struck by a vehicle and arrived at PAWS Wildlife Center with abnormal mental activity and a broken canine. She was treated with an IV solution to reduce swelling in her brain which appears to have helped, but she is not out of the woods yet.
We can't prevent all collisions with our wild neighbors but there are ways to reduce the probability of killing animals with our car. Slowing down and staying extra vigilant in wildlife hotspots like near dense forest, wetlands, and stream crossings can help. To learn more tips on wildlife safe driving, check out Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's webpage about driving in deer country.
January 30 - Bald Eagle
This week's patient is our first Bald Eagle of the year. A Washington State trooper rescued this male immature eagle from the middle of the 520 floating bridge on Lake Washington. His prognosis is guarded as he suffered a fractured coracoid. The coracoid is a bone that attaches the sternum with the shoulder and is crucial for flight. He is currently on cage rest with regular physical therapy sessions.
January 16: Silver-haired Bat
The patient this week is a silver-haired Bat. He arrived at PAWS Wildlife Center with a wound on his abdomen. The vet team closed the wound with two sutures and treated him for a possible infection. Silver-haired bats are one of the few bat species that are active in the winter in Western Washington. Most bats are currently hibernating. If you find hibernating bats this time of year, please do not disturb them. They can starve to death if they are agitated too often in the winter. Learn more about living with bats from WDFW's bat webpage.
January 10: Gadwall
This week's patient is a male gadwall that was recently released. He arrived with a wound on his forehead (above his beak) and a fractured keel (extension of the breastbone in birds). The PAWS vet team applied six sutures to close the wound and he fully recovered during his 10 days of care. During the release, he swam over to a group of ducks and started foraging with them. Gadwalls spend over 60% of their days foraging in the winter. Have trouble identifying gadwalls or other ducks in your area? Check out WDFW's waterfowl ID guide.
January 3: American Crow
The patient of the week is also the first patient of 2018. This American Crow had a rough start to the new year as he broke his ulna (bone in his wing) and was found hopping in a backyard. He arrived at PAWS very cold and weak. He currently has a wrapped left wing to ensure his ulna heals properly and is receiving care in our ward. We hope he will regain full use of his wing which is important for crows. They can fly more than 40 miles each day from where they forage to their night roosts. Learn more about crow movements in our region from this fascinating interview with Dr. John Marzluff.
December 26: Northern Pygmy Owl
This Northern Pygmy Owl arrived at PAWS Wildlife Center after flying into a window before Christmas. This species has a cool adaptation that helps prevent attacks from behind. They have "false eyes" in the feather pattern on the back of their head. Check out ebird's species map to see where others have seen these owls around Washington.
December 19: Northern Flying Squirrel
Our patient of the week is this Northern Flying Squirrel that was attacked by a cat and carried into a house. We rarely see these little, wild neighbors as they are nocturnal. They don't hibernate in the winter but they may group up in tree cavity nests to stay warm. A good way to support cavity-nesting animals like these squirrels is to promote and maintain snags. If you have a hazardous tree on your property, for instance, think about hiring an arborist to transform it into habitat rather than removing it. Read more about how cool snags are!
December 12: Bufflehead
This week's patient is a male Bufflehead that literally wandered into the Everett Animal Control Shelter 10 days ago. He suffered a fractured right scapula and a fractured pubic bone from unknown causes. His prognosis looks good as his fractures are already healing. You may recognize this patient as many Buffleheads spend the winter in the bays and inlets of the Puget Sound. If you want to observe Buffleheads and other local wildlife with fellow bird nerds, check out Seattle Audubon's Neighborhood Bird Walks.
December 5: Big Brown Bat
This Big Brown Bat arrived at PAWS Wildlife Center with a broken right radius in his wing. Our vet staff inserted a pin in the broken bone to help it heal correctly. The pin was removed last week and he is currently going through rounds of physical therapy. If his wing heals properly, we hope to release him this spring once nighttime temperatures warm up. Learn more about these amazing animals from our bat's page.
November 28: Harbor Seal
After 43 days of care, this Harbor Seal weaned pup is back in the Puget Sound! She arrived at PAWS Wildlife Center dehydrated with a fractured toe and multiple tissue wounds on her flipper from a dog attack. The wildlife care staff treated her infected wounds and cared for her until she reached a healthy weight. Harbor Seals spend about half their life on land. They "haul out" (move to land) to rest, warm up, digest food, or avoid predators. Please be mindful of our marine mammal friends on beaches and give them at least 100 yards of space, especially during the pupping season between April and October. Harbor Seals don't move very fast on land and can't always get away from curious or excited pets. Learn more about Harbor Seals from NOAA.
November 20: Spotted Towhee
This Spotted Towhee was a victim of another cat attack - the 14th patient to be attacked by a cat in the last 4 weeks. He suffered a fracture to his left radius, a wound to his right flank, and loss of all but three of his tail feathers. Tail feathers are important for most birds as they support precision steering during flight. The patient received antibiotics and care until he grew new tail feathers and his wing healed. If you allow your cat or kitten to roam free outdoors, please consider purchasing an outdoor cat enclosure. These enclosures prevent cat attacks on wildlife but also keep our cats safe from outdoor hazards. Read more about outdoor enclosures and where to buy them here.
November 13: Horned Grebe
A dirt biker discovered this Horned Grebe with an injured left eye. After eight days of care at PAWS Wildlife Center, the patient's vision improved. Good vision is important for this species as they often dive to capture crustaceans and small fish. Horned Grebes usually migrate from fresh water nesting sites to spend the winter in bodies of salt water. With his full recovery, we were able to release him into Puget Sound a few days ago. This picture was taken right after he made a couple dives in the Sound.
November 6: Long-eared Owl
Our patient this week is a Long-eared Owl that arrived at PAWS after colliding into a window, just like last week's patient. This species is rare to PAWS and to Western Washington in general. They are more common on the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains. Long-eared Owls are named for their long ear tufts that are not associated with their actual ears. They do have interesting ears, however, that are asymmetrically situated (the left ear is higher than the right). This allows them to accurately locate prey in complete darkness. If you are curious about our rare visitor, learn more about Long-eared Owls in Washington State from Seattle Audubon Society's BirdWeb page.
October 30: Northern Saw-whet Owl
Our Owloween patient of the week is a Northern Saw-whet Owl that arrived after flying into a window. Window collisions are a common cause of injury for many birds that arrive at PAWS Wildlife Center. Often birds get stunned due to the collision and are vulnerable to predator attacks, as was the case when a cat found this owl after the accident. Fortunately, this little patient is recovering quickly and flying well. Please read more about what you can do to prevent window collision at your home or office and how to avoid conflict with companion animals.
October 23: Cassin's Auklet
This Cassin's Auklet arrived at PAWS after she caught a ride on a boat from Alaska. She had wounds on her feet which the wildlife care staff are currently treating. This is a rare visit, as we have only had 2 individuals of this species in the last 3 years. Cassin's Auklets can be seen in the Puget Sound but are primarily found on islands along the coast or on the open ocean. Fun fact: Cassin's Auklet can dive over 120 feet while foraging for small fish and crustaceans.
October 16: Mallard Duck
Our patient of the week is a Mallard that arrived at PAWS weak and dehydrated. The animal care team discovered and dislodged a mass of bread obstructing the patient's throat. It can be tempting to feed the wildlife in our favorite parks and green spaces but we should remember that this action has negative consequences. Check out The Humane Society of the United States post describing the harmful effects of feeding waterfowl.
October 9: Young Mountain Beaver
This young Mountain Beaver was found trapped in a dumpster at an apartment complex and brought to PAWS. She is in good health except for a parasite that was removed and she was then released on Tuesday night. Mountain Beaver is a misnomer as they do not live at high elevation nor are they a beaver. You can learn more about Mountain Beavers here.
October 2: Glaucous-winged Gull
This Glaucous-winged Gull was found in a parking lot in Marysville covered in tar on the left side of his body, his tail and ends of his primaries. He is currently in stable condition and received an initial washing to remove most of the tar. He will receive a second washing later this week.
September 25: Western Pond Turtles
Our patients of the week are two of the 12 Western Pond Turtles we are treating for Ulcerative Shell Disease, which is likely caused by a fungus. PAWS staff veterinarians are surgically debriding lesions, and treating the turtles with anti-fungal and antibiotic medications, and providing supportive care. The turtles are housed in an outdoor enclosure we call "Turtle Town". Western Pond Turtles are an endangered species in Washington and PAWS is collaborating with Woodland Park Zoo, Oregon Zoo, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and Sustainability in Prisons Project to help with their recovery.
September 18: Juvenile Eagle
A juvenile Bald Eagle who was in care for more than 190 days was returned to the wild on September 6. She was brought to PAWS in February and had sustained major injuries. She had a broken right wing and a fractured pelvis. After several surgeries, physical therapy and lots of healing time she was cleared for release.
September 11: Pileated Woodpecker
This Pileated Woodpecker patient has been in care at PAWS Wildlife Center for 17 days and is currently being housed in our hospital ward with oxygen. He is suffering from respiratory distress because of parasites in his air sacs. Luckily, he is very active, drilling on his wood boards, and self-feeding.
September 7: Cedar Waxwings
These three Cedar Waxwings siblings who arrived at our Wildlife Center on August 30 hit the tail end of baby bird season at PAWS. Luckily for this trio, Cedar Waxwings stay in our area year-round so they don't have worry about missing their migration.
August 29: Green Heron
This juvenile Green Heron came to PAWS after being observed without his mom for several days in Mukilteo. He spends time perching as still as possible in his enclosure trying to perfect his hunting skills. He is eating on his own and doing well.
August 22: Band-tailed Pigeon
This Band-tailed Pigeon was recently released back to the wild after 27 days in care. She was being attacked by crows when found, and sustained a fractured left clavicle and coracoid. Band-tailed Pigeons are the only pigeons native to Washington. They tend to stay out of sight, preferring conifer and mixed conifer forests over populated areas.
August 14: Great Blue Heron
This juvenile Great Blue Heron was seen in a backyard for several days before being rescued. She has a fractured right leg and underwent major surgery to repair it on August 1. Pins were inserted into her bones and an external device was affixed to her leg to stabilize the fracture. Although she still has a guarded prognosis, she has been moved to a larger enclosure outside and is now able to stand on both legs.
August 8: Pigeon Guillemot
This juvenile Pigeon Guillemot is a first for us here at PAWS. He was transferred in from West Sound Wildlife Shelter for further care after he was found near the beach. Other than being too young to survive on his own, he is alert, feisty, and eating on his own.
August 1: Striped Skunk
This orphaned Striped Skunk was brought to PAWS on July 29th for rehabilitation. Sadly, her mother was hit by a car and she was found alone on the side of the road. Upon arrival, she was cold and minimally responsive. She is slowly making improvements and being cared for by our rehabilitation staff.
July 26: Mountain Beaver
This female Mountain Beaver was brought to PAWS after she was caught by a dog and flung into the air. She has several small lesions on her feet and circles to the right when she tries to walk. Mountain Beavers or "boomers" are not actually a beaver and they do not live at high elevations. However, they are good swimmers and tree climbers and spend most of their time underground.
July 20: Anna's Hummingbird
This juvenile Anna's Hummingbird was found on the street near Northgate mall. He has minor injuries to his keel, an area on the breastbone where flight muscles attach. He's being carefully cared for and monitored by our rehab and veterinarian staff.
July 13: Caspian Tern
This Caspian Tern chick, transferred to PAWS from Everett Animal Control, is currently being cared for in our sensitive species building for animals who are more susceptible to stress. This is the youngest Caspian Tern we've received at PAWS.
July 3: Harbor Seal
This orphaned Harbor Seal was returned to the wild after 71 days in care at PAWS. She came to us all the way from the Washington Coast and our team released her back to her home waters on June 28. She is now wearing a special tag on her rear flipper so she can be identified in the future.
June 26: Peregrine Falcons
These two juvenile Peregrine Falcons fledged from their nest a little early and were brought in for a short stay. The sisters will be at PAWS Wildlife Center until their flight feathers come in, and then be reunited with their parents and other siblings in the wild.
June 20: Bobcat
This young Bobcat was brought to PAWS on June 14 after being found alone near a residence. She is currently being housed separately from our other Bobcat kitten but we hope to introduce them soon. They will be raised as siblings here at PAWS until next spring.
May 1: Canada gosling
Our waterfowl nursery is starting to fill up with ducklings and goslings. This is one of three gosling siblings currently being cared for. The three goslings were found alone in Kirkland with no mother in site.
April 11: Anna's Hummingbird
Baby season has officially begun at PAWS. This juvenile Anna's Hummingbird was found on the ground too young to fly and was brought to PAWS for care on April 3. She is being housed in our sensitive species building and is currently being fed every hour.
March 27: American Black Bear
This male American Black Bear is one of our winter-over patients and arrived at PAWS on December 12. He is an orphaned cub who was found in an apple orchard in eastern Washington too young to be on his own. He will be in our care until his release later in the spring.
March 20: Mink
This adult female Mink was found near a road in Redmond in a bike lane and brought to PAWS on March 14. Upon arrival, she was near death and spent most of her first couple of days in care on oxygen support in a specialized enclosure. She is making small improvements every day yet still has a very guarded prognosis due to some neurological deficiencies and paresis in her left front leg.
March 13: Bald Eagle
Our patient of the week is a juvenile Bald Eagle who arrived at PAWS on February 24. She has multiple breaks in her pelvis and a broken right wing. It is possible she was struck by a train in Edmonds. She is currently spending a lot of time laying on the floor of a small outdoor enclosure and we are hopeful her pelvis will heal to full function although her prognosis is guarded.
March 6: Mallard duckling
Baby season has started a bit early this year with the arrival of our first Mallard duckling. He is very weak and being housed in an incubator in our nursery until he regains his strength.
February 27: Surf Scoter
Surf Scoters are seaducks and rare patients at PAWS; we have only received 9 in the past 10 years. Surf Scoters spend their winters along marine coasts and their summers inland in Alaska and Canada where they breed.
This male was transferred from another wildlife center for care. He was found in a drainage ditch and has a large neck wound. He is currently taking medication and is on supportive care in hopes his wound heals.
February 20: Great Blue Heron
This Great Blue Heron patient was brought to PAWS on February 10. It was being attacked by an eagle and crows in someone's yard. When he arrived he had many puncture wounds, eye trauma, a bloody mouth and was unable to use his right foot. After wearing a specialized shoe on his right foot for several days he seems to have regained use but is still cautious when using it. We continue to monitor his progress and hope he regains proper usage of his right foot.
February 13: Red-tailed Hawk
This Red-tailed Hawk patient was brought to PAWS on February 2. She was actually going after someone's chickens and ended up getting her wing caught in a fence. She was freed but then unable to fly. She is currently flying quite well in our Raptor Mews and is awaiting clearance for release.
February 6: Lesser Scaup
This Lesser Scaup patient was brought to PAWS by Edmonds Animal Control. He was found in a public storage facility unable to move very well. He has abrasions on his feet and a severe neck wound. He is currently on medication and we are keeping him dry to aid in his neck healing.
January 30: 19 Glaucous-winged Gulls
Our patients of the week are 19 Glaucous-winged Gulls and hybrids who were part of the mysterious gull die-off in Tacoma.
All of these patients are currently being tube fed and medicated several times a day by our rehabilitation staff with the help of our volunteers. We are still not sure what is causing their paralysis.
January 23: Harbor Seal
This Harbor Seal pup was brought to PAWS on January 12 after being spotted beached for several days by Seal Sitters. From afar she appeared to have several bloody spots on her coat which were indeed puncture wounds. After approval from NOAA the seal was brought to PAWS for rehabilitation.
Currently she is doing well spending time in an outdoor pool and eating fish on her own.
January 16: Bufflehead
This Bufflehead came to PAWS on January 15 after flying into a roof. He was very weak, was hemorrhaging from the mouth and wounded at intake. He is currently enjoying time in one of our basement pools.
January 9: Golden-crowned Kinglet
Our 24th patient of the year is a Golden-crowned Kinglet who was the victim of a cat attack and has a right wing droop. He is unable to fly and is currently recovering in our hospital.
January 1: Bobcats
Our first patients of the week of the new year are our bobcats who are wintering over at PAWS. They are both juveniles born in 2016, one in the spring and one in the summer. They are currently being housed together and raised as siblings. They will be released in the spring when food is more plentiful.
December 12: Red-breasted Sapsucker
This Red-breasted Sapsucker was found in someone's yard trying to get away from crows unable to fly. He has some bruising over his right shoulder and is also unable to stand. We are unsure what caused his injuries.
December 12: Anna's Hummingbird
We have received seven Anna's Hummingbirds in the past 15 days, four of which we are currently treating. Our patient of the week is this beautiful male we received at the end of November. He was found under a window with a serious wing injury we think was caused by a window strike.
Unfortunately, the injuries for this patient were too severe and he did not make it to release. He is a sad reminder of the dangers of windows to birds, but there are steps we can take to prevent these strikes from happening.
December 5: Great Blue Heron
This Great Blue Heron patient was rescued after getting entangled in fishing line that was being used to deter birds from hunting in a Koi pond.
Herons and other birds cannot see fishing line when strung above ponds. We recommend using other means to keep birds out of your pond, but if you decide to use fishing line please attach some reflective flaggery to the line so it can be seen by birds and prevent entanglement.
November 28: Raccoons
This is one of the five Raccoons that are spending the winter with us at PAWS playing with a donated pumpkin. These youngsters will be released in the spring.
November 21: Western Pond Turtle
This is one of five Western Pond Turtles we are currently treating at PAWS. This is her third time here and she is being treated for ulcerative shell disease.
She is part of the Western Pond Turtle recovery program which is a multi-organizational project to restore Western Pond Turtles who are endangered in Washington.
November 14: Sharp-shinned Hawk
This Sharp-shinned Hawk patient was brought to PAWS after hitting a window which lead to a ruptured crop.
He underwent surgery to repair the tear which was successful. He is now in an outdoor enclosure awaiting to be assessed for release.
November 7: North American Beaver
A North American Beaver was found lying at the edge of a pond on a golf course in Kenmore not moving very much.
Although alert upon capture he has multiple wounds, which appear to be bite wounds, on his body, matted hair and fleas. Matted hair is very unusual in beavers as they are constantly grooming to keep their coat clean so they stay warm while in the water. He is spending some time at our wildlife center while he recuperates.
October 31: Glaucous-winged Gull
We have two Glaucous-winged Gull patients currently in care; one adult and one sub-adult.
The adult was found outside of a school in Lynnwood, unable to fly and with multiple wounds and lameness in his right leg. The sub-adult was found sitting in the middle of a parking lot in Everett. He was very weak and unable to fly.
It's not clear to us what caused these two gulls to be grounded, but they are currently spending time in one of our pool enclosures until they have regained their flying ability.
October 24: Black-tailed Deer
Five Black-tailed Deer were released today thanks to our friends at King County Parks. Each came to PAWS too young to survive on their own and have been in care for more than 130 days.
This is our biggest release of the season and we are happy they could be returned to the wild as healthy sub-adult deer.
October 17: Northern Goshawk
Patient 16-4202 is a juvenile Northern Goshawk who was transferred to us from Seattle Animal Shelter.
Unfortunately we do not know what happened to him but upon arrival at PAWS he was wet, dehydrated and very weak. He is being housed indoors in our indoors until further assessments are made by our vet team.
Northern Goshawks are very secretive and uncommon in most areas. Here in Washington, they are listed as a species of concern.
October 10: Cassin's Auklet
Patient 16-4167 is a Cassin's Auklet who was discovered on a cargo container ship unable to fly.
He is thin but in overall good condition and his feathers are waterproof so far. We're giving him more time in the pool to further assess his condition and give him time to preen and regain strength.
October 3: Northern Alligator Lizard
Patient 16-4115 is a Northern Alligator Lizard who someone abandoned in a terrarium in front of a pet store in Bellevue. We do not know his history but he is shedding and has some soft tissue wounds.
September 26: Pileated Woodpecker
Patient 16-4028 is an adult Pileated Woodpecker who we received on September 22 from Redmond. Hit by a car, he was found on the ground, unable to fly, and with a broken beak.
This patient is a very special bird, as the population of Pileated Woodpeckers is being monitored by state biologists. They are a candidate to be listed as threatened, endangered or sensitive in Washington State.
September 19: Belted Kingfisher
Patient 16-3897 is an adult female Belted Kingfisher who has a spinal fracture and was transferred to us from Seattle Animal Shelter.
We are not sure what caused the injury and she currently has a guarded prognosis, but our expert team of wildlife veterinarians and rehabilitators will do everything they possibly can to help her.
September 12: Bald Eagle
Patient 16-1452 is an adult Bald Eagle who was found in a river unable to get out. Upon arrival at PAWS wildlife staff found that the majority of the flight feathers on his left wing were tattered and broken, leaving him flightless.
He has been in our care for more than 100 days and will continue to be housed here until his molt is complete and his new flight feathers have grown in.
September 5: Coyote
This is one of five coyote patients, all of whom were orphaned and brought to PAWS because they were too young to survive on their own.
Some were infected with severe mange while others were extremely skinny. They are all being raised together as siblings and will be in our care until early fall.
August 29: Virginia Rail
Patient 16-3725 is a Virginia Rail who was a stowaway on a cruise ship that had been docked in Seattle. She landed on the ship when they were at sea off the coast of Washington. Luckily the naturalist on board was able to care for her until they reached Juneau, AK where the Juneau Raptor Center took over.
The rail was flown back to Seattle on an Alaska Airlines cargo ship and arrived August 28. Virginia Rails are a secretive wetland birds that do not live in Alaska but are a year-round resident of Western Washington.
August 22: Northern Flying Squirrel
Patient 16-3416 is an orphaned Northern Flying Squirrel who was found on the ground with an injury on her left leg.
She is currently being cared for in our small mammal nursery.
August 15: American Goldfinch
Patient 16-3307 is a female American Goldfinch who was stuck in a glue trap. Her feathers had to be cut to remove her from the trap, which left her unable to fly. Sadly, and despite the best efforts of our wildlife rehabilitators, she passed away.
Glue traps are not only inhumane but are extremely dangerous to birds who can easily get trapped in them, sometimes rendering them flightless and susceptible to predators.
August 8: Bobcat
Patient 16-2982 is a roughly four-month-old male Bobcat kitten who predated on someone's chickens.
At this age he would still be with his mother learning to hunt natural prey items. He will remain in care at our wildlife hospital through the winter.
August 1: Red-tailed Hawk
Patient 16-3031 is a Red-tailed Hawk recovering from surgery to remove a BB pellet that was lodged in his left carpus (wrist) inhibiting his flight.
Not only is it illegal to shoot Red-tailed Hawks, as they are protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, but even something as small as a 4-millimeter BB can cause permanent damage and death in birds.
Because this hawk couldn't fly, he was unable to catch prey which eventually would have led to starvation.
July 25: Douglas Squirrels
Five Douglas Squirrel patients were returned to the wild last week after spending a little over a month in care at our wildlife hospital.
They were all orphans who had fallen from their nests, and they were too young to survive on their own.
Douglas Squirrels are native to Washington and are only found along the Pacific coast.
July 18: Peregrine Falcon
Patient 16-2462, also known as 72U to researchers, is a female Peregrine Falcon who fledged on July 4.
She was too young to fly and ended up on the ground. A team member from the Falcon Research Group brought her to PAWS to give her time for her flight feathers to grow.
She was reunited with the rest of her family on July 14. She flew beautifully up to the bridge trusses, where she joined her two sisters and their mother, who was watching close by.
July 11: Cooper's Hawk
Patients 16-2517 is one of three juvenile Cooper's Hawks we are currently treating.
Young hawks and owls are fledging from their nests this time of year. Those first few flights can be awkward and can result in them spending some time on the ground. In fact it can take several weeks for them to fly very well at all.
This patient was found entangled in a net by his foot and hanging in a tree, with his parents frantically flying around nearby. He's making good progress so far, and will be in our care until he is stronger and can fly better. We hope to be able to reunite him with his parents.
If you find a young raptor that appears to be injured or can't fly, call us at 425.412.4040 for information and guidance on what to do.
July 4: Harbor Seal
Patient 16-2216 is a male Harbor Seal pup who was found alone and being harassed by people.
Police intervened and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) granted approval for him to be taken into rehabilitation at our wildlife hospital, where he will spend the remainder of the summer.
Not only is it illegal to approach or handle marine mammals such as Harbor Seals, this activity causes mothers to abandon their pups, which can result in pups dying.
To report harassment of marine mammals by people or pets, call the NOAA Fisheries Enforcement Hotline at 1.800.853.1964.
To report a seal or other marine mammal that appears to be abandoned or injured, call the NOAA Seal Hotline at 1.866.767.6114 or the West Coast Marine Mammal Stranding Network at 1.866.767.6114.