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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 …
Kit Fox on the Mend
Meet one of our current patients in the clinic, a young male kit fox who was found injured on the side of the road in Casa Grande and rescued by …
Sanctuary Animal Stories

Catalina, Bobcat

Felix & Zia, Mountain Lions

Goliath, Tortoise

Heavenly, Black Bear

Moccasin, Great Horned Owl

Vera, Mexican Gray Wolf

Ziggy, Coyote
