Austin Wildlife Rescue

Known for

• native wildlife only

  “We help all native Texas wildlife in need — songbirds, raptors, fawns, opossums, raccoons, cottontail rabbits, squirrels, reptiles, and more.”

• no domestic animals

  “What we can't accept: Domestic animals, adult deer (no spots), Muscovy ducks, Monk parakeets, feral hogs, and other non-native species.”

• no cost to community

  “we care for orphaned, injured, and sick wild animals at no cost to the community.”

Services

About

Austin Wildlife Rescue is a nonprofit dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of native wildlife in Central Texas. They operate an intake center in Austin and a rehabilitation center in Elgin, caring for over 10,000 animals annually. The organization does not accept domestic pets or non-native species.

What people say

The organization is highly regarded for its dedicated staff and effective rehabilitation of injured wildlife, earning top charity ratings and strong community support. However, the available material consists primarily of institutional endorsements and general praise rather than specific user experiences regarding drop-off logistics or wait times.

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