06/03/2026
Warmer temperatures mean our community is bursting with new life - from kittens and puppies to baby bunnies, birds, and other wildlife! If you come across a baby animal, here are a few quick tips to help keep them safe:
🐾 Baby animals are often not orphaned. Many wild animal parents leave briefly to search for food and will return.
🐾 Before moving a baby animal, observe from a distance and look for signs that a parent may still be caring for them.
🐾 Healthy baby birds with feathers may be “fledglings” learning to fly and usually do not need rescue.
🐾 If you find a litter of kittens, mom may be nearby. Monitor from a safe distance before intervening.
🐾 Never feed wildlife or very young animals
as improper care can do more harm than good.
If you are unsure what to do, call Grapevine Animal Services at 817.410.3370 x2 or DFW Wildlife Hotline at 972.234.9453 for assistance.
