Erie Wildlife Rescue

Thank you to Curtis and Brenda D. for their generous monetary donation, and for the facial tissue and paper towel which was dropped off today. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Some good ideas here....

Summer is here, and with that of course comes increased use of outdoor pools. These can be a serious hazard for wildlife.

Many animals see our pools as a cool place to get a drink or bathe during these hot summer days, but whether they enter intentionally or fall in, many cannot make it out.

Consider purchasing or making a life saving ramp or flotation device for wildlife.

For small kiddie pools, this could be as simple as adding a rock or kick board to the pool. Leaving a small water dish at the side of the pool can also be effective.

Let's make this summer safe and enjoyable for everyone - including our wild neighbors!

If you find stranded and distressed wildlife in your pool, get them out quickly, dry them if possible and get them into a box or carrier. Keep them in a warm, quiet place and use Animal Help Now's website or phone app to contact a rehabilitator.

These animals will most likely be suffering from aspiration pneumonia and will be extremely stressed. Please do not attempt to feed, and definitely do not give water.

You'll find additional guidance here: https://ahnow.org/resources.php

Respect Boundaries: Keeping Wildlife Families, People & Dogs Safe

Spring and summer are important seasons for wildlife families raising their young. Coyote parents can become more protective around pups, especially if people or dogs get too close. Respecting boundaries helps prevent unnecessary conflict and keeps everyone safer — including pets, children, and wildlife.

Teaching children how to behave calmly and respectfully around coyotes, keeping dogs leashed, and giving wildlife families plenty of space are all simple but important ways we can support peaceful coexistence in shared environments.

6 Key Reasons to Keep Strong Boundaries with Wildlife Families

✅️ Protect young wildlife and their parents

Wild parents, including coyotes, become more protective when raising pups. Giving them space helps prevent defensive behaviour and keeps families safe.

✅️ Keep dogs safe

Off-leash or roaming dogs can unintentionally stress or provoke wildlife. Keeping dogs leashed reduces the risk of conflict or injury.

✅️ Teach children respect for wildlife

Children should learn to observe wildlife from a distance, stay calm, never approach pups, and avoid feeding or chasing animals.

✅️ Prevent wildlife from becoming conditioned to people feeding them

When wildlife becomes too comfortable around humans, it can lead to unsafe encounters for both animals and communities.

✅️ Support peaceful coexistence

Respecting boundaries helps wildlife continue natural behaviours while reducing unnecessary reactions, stress, and conflict in shared spaces.

✅️ Protect community safety

Clear boundaries such as leashing dogs, supervising children, and keeping distance from dens or pups help create safer neighbourhoods for everyone.

Respect boundaries. Keep dogs leashed. Teach children wildlife awareness. Coexist responsibly.

📷 Juha | Coyote Watch Canada, long lens/cropped