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Wildlife Rehabilitation
@ Boulderwood
A Safe Haven for Small Mammals in Need
At Boulderwood Sanctuary, our licensed wildlife rehabilitation program focuses on the rescue, care, and release of injured and orphaned small mammals, specializing in squirrel rehabilitation.
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Each animal that arrives at Boulderwood is given individualized care and a second chance to live wild and free.
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Our goal is always rehabilitation and release — helping native wildlife recover safely so they can return to their natural homes.
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Who We Care For
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All squirrel species
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Chipmunks
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Virginia Opossums
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Small rodents (mice, rats, voles, etc)
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We are hoping to accept pigeons in the near future
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We do not accept rabies vector species (RVS), adult mammals, songbirds, or reptiles
Found an injured or orphaned wild animal?
If you discover a wild animal that appears to be injured or orphaned, please do not attempt to feed or care for it.
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Please wear gloves and safely contain the animal in a size-appropriate box or breathable container.
Keep the animal warm, quiet, and safe from pets or people.
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Contact us for any of the animals listed above. For all other species, you can contact the Wildlife Clinic of Rhode Island (401)294-6363.
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Contact Boulderwood Sanctuary
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Learn What To Do Before You Rescue (PDF)
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Support the Rehab Program
You Can Help Us Heal the Wild
Wildlife rehabilitation is funded by compassionate people like you. Every donation helps us provide formula, medical supplies, housing, and safe release spaces for injured wildlife.
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Other ways you can help:
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Sponsor an animal (coming soon)
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Donate supplies
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Volunteer
Connection to the Sanctuary Mission
Where People and Wildlife Heal Together
The wildlife program is part of Boulderwood’s broader mission — a 501(c)(3) sanctuary where both animals and people find peace, healing, and reconnection with the natural world.
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Note: Only properly licensed volunteers are permitted to care for wildlife patients. If you would like to become a licensed wildlife rehabilitator and have hands-on experience working with wildlife, please contact The Wildlife Clinic of Rhode Island for class schedules and volunteering opportunities.
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Our mission for our wildlife patients is always to release back into their natural habitats, unless an animal is a good candidate for becoming an educational ambassador.
It is illegal to keep wildlife without the proper permits.
