Saving Our Wildlife,
One Life at a Time.
Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center (SWCC) rescues Arizona native wild mammals that have lost their homes to development, or are found injured, orphaned, or abandoned. When possible, the animals in our care are rehabilitated and released, healthy and wild, back where they belong.
Our Mission in Action
Rescue
Whenever wild animals have lost their homes or are found injured or abandoned, we’re ready to respond.
Rehabilitate
The rehabilitation process assures every animal has a quiet place to heal and begin its journey back to the wild.
Release
We make sure each animal has an opportunity to return to the wild as safely and quickly as possible.
Sanctuary
If animals are unable to be released into the wild, we provide sanctuary to ensure they are cared for and safe.
Education
We educate the public on how to peacefully coexist with and protect Arizona’s
native wildlife.
2026 Baby Shower
February 23rd- March 23rd
Help fund essential supplies needed to care for the hundreds of orphaned and injured baby animals we rescue each spring.
Featured Tours & Events
Please remember we are open to the public by appointment only.
Family Day
February 28th, 2026 | 9-11 AM
Looking for a unique outing for you and your family? On select Saturdays throughout the year, explore Southwest Wildlife at your own pace!
This family-oriented morning open house is geared toward families, though it’s fun for all ages. If you have little ones, this is a great alternative to our standard Walk with Wildlife guided tour.
Wildlife Photography Workshop – Nature Through The Lens
March 1, 2026 | 3:30-6:30PM
Discover the joy of wildlife photography in this three-hour Beginner Photography Workshop at Southwest Wildlife with photographer, Anna Dufek.
Virtual Speaker Series with Arizona Game & Fish
March 19th, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM (via Zoom)
Join us for a virtual presentation about foxes in Arizona, presented by Arizona Game and Fish biologists Cheyenne Towne and Jeff Meyers.
Lunch with Lions
March 29th, 2026 | 11:00 AM-2:00 PM
Take a one-hour tour of the Sanctuary and create enrichment items while looking at the lion enclosures. Then place the enrichment in the habitat, eat lunch while watching the lions, and learn about them from our volunteers.
Proud to be ranked #1 thing to do in Scottsdale by Tripadvisor
Meet Emma!
Emma has fostered countless orphaned bobcat kittens as her own, giving them a second chance at life in the wild.
Help Support Our Mission.
As a nonprofit organization, we operate with a small staff and dedicated volunteers, your support is greatly appreciated.
Help save a wild life by making a donation today!
Volunteers are the backbone of SWCC. Lend us a hand!
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