Every year, the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine hosts an Open House, where members of the public are invited to walk around the school and learn more about all aspects of veterinary medicine…. Read More >
We have some exciting news to share! Our wildlife ambassador animals will be getting a new home in the summer of 2019. This enclosure will not only be designed for the individual needs of… Read More >
An adult Red-tailed Hawk presented to the Wildlife Medical Clinic after being found on the side of a highway. The finder was concerned the hawk had been hit by a car and might have a… Read More >
Every year the Wildlife Medical Clinic receives several patients suffering because of fishing gear that has been left behind, like this barred owl who was found badly tangled and hanging by one wing from fishing… Read More >
At the beginning of each school year, applications open for undergraduate and veterinary students to become care team members for our patients. We are so excited about the large turnout we received this year! Almost 120… Read More >
Marine Life vs. Plastic “The really sad thing about this is that they’re eating plastic thinking it’s food,” says a marine biologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration named Mathew Savoca, of seabirds and… Read More >
Marine Life vs. Plastic “The really sad thing about this is that they’re eating plastic thinking it’s food,” says a marine biologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration named Mathew Savoca, of seabirds and… Read More >
Bird Justice – Migratory birds and the laws that protect them In April of this year, five men were indicted by a federal grand jury for alleged baiting and luring of migratory birds on guided… Read More >
Bird Justice – Migratory birds and the laws that protect them In April of this year, five men were indicted by a federal grand jury for alleged baiting and luring of migratory birds on guided… Read More >
While the weather may not agree, the wild animals of Illinois seem to have decided that springtime is here! Our clinic is once again filling with orphaned infant and juvenile animals in need of care…. Read More >
