Stories & Updates

Follow along with Berk, one of our veterinary technicians at Southwest Wildlife, as he films the process of taking hundreds of cactus spines out of an orphaned coyote pup.  In …

If you’ve ever visited Southwest Wildlife, chances are you’ve met Felix. As one of our most photogenic Sanctuary residents, this handsome mountain lion has become a favorite among guests, often stopping visitors in their …

Ziggy the coyote just received a major upgrade to her living space! This project was less of a small improvement, and more like a full home renovation.  After about two weeks of dedicated …

Javelinas make up a large part of the work we do. In 2025, about 34% of the animals admitted to our hospital were javelinas. Because they can breed year-round, we …

We have a new video to share with you this week. While many of our recent updates have focused on rescues, this one is all about release! After months in …

Content warning: Some images show the effects of severe mange. We understand these images can be hard to see, but we feel it’s important not to soften the serious impact mange …

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 …

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 …