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Educating
oneself on animal issues is the most effective manner in
which to help animals of all species. Anyone unable to obtain
specific information on any animal-related topic is encouraged
to contact the Wildlife Orphanage, Inc., Wildlife Assistance
Hotline (219)362-6999, or e-mail us at laura@wildlife-orphanage.org
Give of yourself for the betterment of all. Not everyone,
of course, is able to provide funding for all worthy causes,
but there are other simple ways in which you can begin to
make a difference:
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- Volunteer at your local animal shelter or
wildlife rehabilitation facility.
- Network with other like-minded
individuals -- as there truly is power in numbers.
- Set
aside a portion of your property, no matter what the
size, for wildlife. (For additional information, please
visit: http://www.hsus.org/ace/12006 )
- Do not participate
in or attend events which utilize animals for entertainment
or profit
- Monitor how your legislators are voting on key
animal-welfare issues and vocalize your disappointment
or satisfaction – VOTE ACCORDINGLY
- Analyze your diet
to determine what animals, if any, were harmed in the
process
- Do not purchase clothing and accessories which are made
of animal by-products
- Live your life in a manner that reflects
respect and compassion for all creatures -- make your
children proud and others
who believe differently,
uncomfortable
with their position!
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We have need for the following
items:
- Building supplies to construct cages and make necessary
repairs
- Fencing
- Kitten and puppy formula
- Dog and cat food
- Transport vehicles
- Heating pads
- Cages and carriers for dogs and cats
- Office supplies including computers and a digital video
camera
- Towels, flannel bedding and receiving blankets
- Lightly used household items for the annual rummage sale
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"Think occasionally
of the suffering of which you spare yourself the sight."
-
Albert Schweitzer
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Please note that many corporations
have a matching grant/giving program for employee contributions
to any 501 © 3 nonprofit organization. If you believe
that your employer may be interested in this type of program,
we encourage them to contact Wildlife Orphanage directly. |
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Adopt
a species program
Helping Orphaned Animal Babies and Injured Animals
You
can adopt a species… Here’s how:
The Wildlife Orphanage encounters all types of wild animals
in the course of the year. You can learn about one of these
species through our adoption program. Each species that you
adopt will have a true story form, with accounts of our experiences
with the special guests that our organization has helped. |
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The money from the program will go towards
food and care for all the orphaned and injured animals. It
will also help to fund the operating costs of our non-profit
organization.
Collect all eight species, and you will become one of our
Wildlife Orphanage Angels. Species include: Foxes, raccoons,
squirrels, deer, coyote, skunks, woodchucks, opossums. Angels
will receive a copy of the book Wild Neighbors -
The Humane Approach to Living with Wildlife, from
The Humane Society of the United States. |
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"When a man’s
love of finery clouds his moral judgment, that is vanity.
When he lets
a demanding palate make his moral choices, that is gluttony.
When he ascribes the divine will to his own whims, that is
pride. And, when he gets angry at being reminded of animal
suffering that his own daily choices might help avoid, that
is moral cowardice."
- Matthew Scully |
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Anyone wishing to make a monthly
pledge in support of non-releasable animals used at our
facility for educational purposes is
urged to contact Wildlife Orphanage at: (219) 362-6999
or laura@wildlife-orphanage.org
Animal
rescue isn’t possible without caring people
like you! Please send your name,
address, phone number and email address along with the
species that you wish to sponsor. Make your
check or money order for $35.00 payable to Wildlife Orphanage,
Inc.
Or, for your convenience, you can make a secure online
donation by clicking on the button below.
Your small, yet sincere, thank you gift(s) will be received
in 2-4 weeks. We will do our best to send it out as we receive
each request. Thanks so much for your support.
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| A
new home for Freddie the fox |
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Our organization recently built a permanent home for
a blind, non-releasable, red fox named Freddie. Although
sight-impaired, this extraordinary animal has proven
to be a valuable asset to the animal world.
He has appointed himself as a surrogate father to three
orphaned red fox kits, whose parents were both killed
on the roadway.
When he first arrived, it was clear that he would be
a permanent resident. A red fox without eyes would have
a hard time surviving in the wild. He may have been blinded
by ammonia that was sprayed in a field. One thing is
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The
kits and Freddie were keenly interested in one another
from the beginning. Separated by fencing and a door,
they all paced the length of the divide until it was decided
to open the door of the pens, so that they could meet.
When
the barriers were removed, it was such an inspiring moment.
Freddie immediately assumed the role of dear old
dad by grooming and feeding his youngsters.
Freddie and
his adoptive children are doing well, and anxious to
move into their larger enclosure.
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