Please be advised that the Kawartha Wildlife Centre rehabilitation facility is currently without an Authorized Wildlife Custodian, and cannot legally accept wildlife for rehabilitative care. The center is closed immediately and for the foreseeable future while recruitment occurs.

The closest authorized custodians to the Peterborough area equipped
to help are:

Shades of Hope (Pefferlaw) 705-437-4654
Soper Creek (Bowmanville) 905-442-1648
Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary (Minden) 705-286-1133

Wildlife Emergencies

For assistance with a Raccoon, Skunk, Fox or Bat, please contact the closest wildlife centre to you, authorized to accept RVS

Wildlife In Crisis: When to Intervene

Removing a wild animal from its natural habitat could potentially do more harm than good. Make sure the animal actually needs help.

Wildlife Capture Guide

Wild animals, even when immature or incapacitated, can be dangerous when scared or stressed, trying to defend themselves or escape.