Stories & Updates

Love Is in the Air! It’s Coyote Mating Season

January and February mark coyote mating season! As these animals search for mates, you may notice more of them out and about, even if you live in suburban and urban …

Come Along on a Skunk Rescue!

We’re taking you on another behind-the-scenes look at a rescue! When a call came in about a skunk in trouble, Berk, one of our vet techs, grabbed his gear and …

World Coati Day

Since December 3rd was World Coati Day, we wanted to spotlight them this week! In Arizona, we have one species of coati: the white-nosed coati. If you’ve never seen one …

Who Are You Calling Pig? Get to Know Your Javelina Neighbors Better!

Javelina! If you’ve lived in Arizona for long, chances are you have seen them wandering through your neighborhood, on a golf course, or maybe you have even called our emergency …

Come Along on A Javelina Rescue

We’re sharing something special! A true behind-the-scenes look at a javelina rescue at Granite Reef Dam. Berk, one of our vet techs and wildlife rescuers, strapped on a GoPro and captured …

Three More Bear Cubs Arrive in One Week

They say things happen in threes, and last week was no exception. Over a span of just a few days, three more bear cubs arrived at SWCC.  The first cub …

Staff Spotlight: Lynne Stone, Assistant Animal Care Manager

At Southwest Wildlife, every team member brings a unique story, perspective, and heart to the work we do. This week, we’re shining a light on Lynne, our Assistant Animal Care …

Celebrating our Vet Techs

This week was Vet Tech Appreciation Week, and it was a busy one in the clinic! Our mighty team of five veterinary technicians pours their hearts and souls into caring …

Catalina, Bobcat
Felix & Zia, Mountain Lions
Goliath, Tortoise
Heavenly, Black Bear
Moccasin, Great Horned Owl
Vera, Mexican Gray Wolf
Ziggy, Coyote
Chi, Coati