International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council

@theiwrc

Nonprofit supporting, educating, and certifying wildlife rehabilitators around the globe! Our 50th Anniversary this year (2025)! Learn more at www.iwrc.org or linktr.ee/theiwrc

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International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· 15d

IWRC is proud to share our 2025 Annual Report with our members and supporters. The accomplishments highlighted in this report were made possible because of your dedication, support, and advocacy. Take a look: theiwrc.org/annualreport/ #annualreport #wildliferescue #conservation #animalwelfare

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· 20d

Meet our panelists for our upcoming Information Exchange for Wildlife Carers on Avian Influenza! Together, we'll explore how #wildliferehab has changed in response to #H5N1 - what works, what doesn't, and the most important lessons learned from this wildlife disease event. Register: bit.ly/HPAI0826

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· 26d

New issue of Journal of Wildlife Rehabilitation out now! Featuring: Fungal pneumonia in tamanduas A case for modernizing wildlife rehabilitation policy The State of India's Bats IWRC members have access to this issue (& full archive): theiwrc.org/journal-of-w... #wildliferehab #conservation

A Tamandua in the forest on a sunny day, digging up termites.

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· 27d

H5 Bird Flu has recently been detected in Australia, meaning the illness is now worldwide. HPAI puts both wild bird populations and wildlife carers at risk. We're bringing together rehabbers from around the world to exchange experiences about managing this threat. Register FREE: bit.ly/HPAI0826

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· 28d

It's IWRC newsletter day! Check your inboxes! Monthly wildlife rehab news, course schedules, research abstracts, and other helpful resources! Not a subscriber? Join us: www.theiwrc.org/newsletter

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· 29d

Our 2026 #wildliferehab Survey results are in! A huge thank you to everyone who participated! See a deeper dive into these statistics over on our blog: theiwrc.org/2026-wildlif... Visit our Shareables page to download the images directly: theiwrc.org/resources/sh... #wildliferescue #conservation

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Jul 2

A peek at Dr Lindsey's cover slide for next week's webinar providing practical tips for applying research to improve your daily animal care! It's shaping up to be a fun and helpful talk. There's still time to register to join us FREE: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #wildliferescue #wildliferehab

A raccoon wearing glasses reads an issue of the Journal of Wildlife Rehabilitation in a cozy attic. A blackboard in the background says Question, Evaluate, Apply, Make a Difference.

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Jun 23

Register free for next month's Coffee & Tea with IWRC, featuring Journal of Wildlife Rehabilitation editor Kieran Lindsey, who will share practical tips for applying research to daily animal care. bit.ly/CT072026 #wildliferehab #wildliferescue #research #conservation #wildlifemedicine

Free wildlife webinar series, Coffee & Tea with IWRC. Making Sense of Rehab Research with Kieran Lindsey. Circular photo of Kieran, a blonde woman in a coral sweater on a sunny day outdoors. Text Register Free with a QR code and bit.ly/CT072026 July 8, 2026, 7pm Universal Coordinated Time, which is 12pm Pacific USA, 3pm Eastern USA, 8pm London, 9pm Johannesburg, and 5am Sydney (on the 9th)

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Jun 15

Help us reduce barriers and increase accessibility of #wildliferehab resources around the world! Gift an IWRC professional membership to a wildlife rehabilitator who wouldn't otherwise be able to afford one. Learn more or donate: secure.givelively.org/event/intern...

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Jun 4

It's time! The ebook version of Wildlife Nutrition: Feeding for Rehabilitation, Release, and Reintroduction is now available! 🐢🦅🐇 Practical, science-based nutrition for wildlife care!🌻🌾🐁 Grab the ebook or preorder the print edition here: theiwrc.org/product/wild... #wildliferehab #animalcare

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Jun 2

Get a unique handmade keepsake & help IWRC! Each gift reduces costs for wildlife rehabilitators seeking training, helps IWRC offer more free resources & keep our lights on as a nonprofit. For more details, visit secure.givelively.org/event/intern... #wildlife #art #wildliferehab

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Jun 2

Free Webinar Alert! Whether you just love bats or want insight into how the One Health approach can help you overcome whatever challenge you are facing, this talk is for you! Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #wildliferescue #wildliferehab #OneHealth #bats #wildlifemedicine

Photo of a flying fox hanging upside down in a tree. Text Free Wildlife Webinar Series Coffee & Tea with IWRC. One Health in Action for Australia's Bats with Shana Ahmed. Register Free at https://bit.ly/CT0626 QR code. June 24, 2026, 12:30 am Universal Coordinated Time. 8:30am Perth, 10:30 am Sydney, 5:30 pm Pacific US (23rd), 8:30 pm Eastern US (23rd), 1:30 am London, 2:30 am Johannesburg

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· May 16

It's time! Get your personalized, unique bad animal portrait and help #wildlife around the world! secure.givelively.org/event/intern... #wildliferehab #wildliferescue #animalart #fundraiser

Two cartoon kids coloring on the grass next to a QR code. Yellow background with paint splatters. Hand-drawn images of raccoons, hedgehog, fox pup, cats and dogs in a row above them. Text says Bad Animal Portraits fundraiser May 13 - June 13 IWRC is offering custom "bad" portraits of your favorite wildlife or domestic animal drawn by our volunteers with a range of artistic skills

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· May 11

Wildlife belong in the wild! So get better results for your patients and reduce your workload by incorporating reuniting, wild fostering, and hacking into your wildlife rehabilitation toolbox! Learn more at theiwrc.org/product/reun... #wildliferescue #wildliferehab #raptors #conservation

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· May 5

Why is it so important to allow wildlife to fend for itself instead of offering food? It's because feeding wild animals puts them in danger! So let's skip the handouts and help wild animals thrive on their own - by protecting healthy, biodiverse native ecosystems. #wildlife #conservation #animals

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· May 1

Free #wildlife webinar alert! We are always learning how to improve care, but meeting rising standards means evaluating and updating our programs. How do we maintain quality care while navigating change with limited resources? Register free: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #wildliferehab #education

Free Wildlife Seminar Series Coffee & Tea with IWRC. Assessing the Future of Ambassador Animal Programs with Nikki Panos. Register FREE bit.ly/CT0526 May 18, 2026 7pm Universal Coordinated Time. 11 am Pacific USA, 2 pm Eastern USA, 7pm London, 8pm Johannesburg, 2 am Perth (19th), 4 am Sydney (19th). A picture of Nikki talking to the public about a large constrictor snake on a branch in front of her.

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Apr 21

Please don't feed injured, orphaned, and ill #wildlife you find! It takes extensive knowledge and training to know what to feed, how to feed, and when it is safe to feed injured or orphaned wild animals. It is easy to cause harm, potentially even irreversible harm, even when you mean well!

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Apr 15

Time to check your inboxes! IWRC's April Newsletter is out now! Featuring our #wildliferehab textbook translation project, new journal issue, Wildlife Nutrition book launch, and more! Not in the loop? Sign up for our monthly newsletter here: theiwrc.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Mar 31

Free webinar panel on wildlife hotlines next month! Do you assist the public with wildlife rescues or wildlife coexistence topics? This one is for you! Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #wildlife #wildliferehab #wildliferescue #scicomm

Picture of a phone and headset. Free Wildlife Webinar series, Coffee & Tea with IWRC. Dial "W" for Wildlife: Tips for managing Wildlife Hotlines with Global Panelists. Register free at bit.ly/CT042026 or follow the QR in the image. April 20, 2026 10pm Universal Coordinated Time, which is 2pm Pacific USA, 5pm Eastern USA, 10pm London, 11pm Johannesburg, 5am Perth (on the 21st), 7am Sydney (on the 21st)

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Mar 30

If you can, consider donating to support wildlife rehabilitators around the world as they advocate and educate for wildlife! Even a few dollars helps! secure.givelively.org/donate/inter...

Helene van Doninck Memorial Fund. Honor her legacy by making a difference. Graphic of an arrow hitting a target with text fundraising goal $300. Portrait of Helene by the text Your donation supports wildlife coexistence efforts around the world. Donate today. Help Wildlife rehabilitators advance animal welfare and conservation

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Mar 27

Certified Wildlife Rehabilitator are trained, experienced wildlife caretakers who set the highest standard of care! Something you want to be a part of? Show the world you're serious about wildlife rehabilitation, and get Certified! cwrexam.org #wildliferehab #wildliferescue #conservation

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Mar 25

Meet Brittany Maufort, one of IWRC's newest board members! Brittany is a wildlife rehabilitator and experienced chief financial officer with a passion for wildlife conservation. Get to know Brittany through the interview in our latest blog post! theiwrc.org/brittany-mau...

Brittany, a trained wildlife rehabilitator, rescuing a baby raccoon with gloves and a towel

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International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Mar 11

Our Foundations of #WildlifeRehab course is perfect for beginning wildlife or novice rehabilitators seeking formal education with a hands-on lab. It also offers a wonderful review and update of core concepts for more experienced rehabilitators. Register or find out more: theiwrc.org/courses/

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Mar 9

🧠 The minds behind Wildlife Nutrition: Feeding for Rehabilitation, Release, and Reintroduction: A team of more than 25 #wildliferehab, veterinary, and nutrition experts from across 5 continents, each committed to improving wildlife nutrition & rehabilitation practices! 🌎 Preorders open April 1 2026

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Mar 7

What story will you tell with #MarchMammalMadness? Join IWRC's League and place your picks by March 8th www.poolsmmm.org/l.aspx?oi=ar... This is a fun way to learn about and debate these animals' temperament, motivation, physiology, ecology, with weekly insights from specialists!

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International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Mar 4

Wildlife rehabbers are a trusted source of information about wildlife, & play an important role sharing information about risks like zoonotic disease. Register free to explore how to communicate these very real risks in a way that elicits both compassion and caution. us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Online Wildlife Seminar Series Coffee & Tea with IWRC. Ethical Risk Communication with Joe Cashmore of Wildlife Health Australia. A circular portrait of a man in a hat standing outdoors. Register free at bit.ly/CT32026 with a QR code. March 31 2026 12am Universal Coordinated Time which is 5 pm Pacific USA (30th), 8 pm Eastern USA (30th), 1 am Rome, 2 am South Africa, 8 am W Australia, 11 am E Australia.

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Feb 27

Announcing another session of our Foundations of Wildlife Rehabilitation Online course, scheduled for the convenience of students in Europe, Africa, and West Asia! Learn more or register here: theiwrc.org/product/foun... #wildlife #wildliferehab #wildliferescue #wildlifecareer

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council Foundations of Wildlife Rehabilitation Online. May 4-10, 2026. UTC +3, Europe, Africa, W Asia. Register now! theiwrc.org, office@theiwrc.org, 1-866-871-1869x2

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Feb 27

Coming April 2026! Introducing Wildlife Nutrition: Feeding for Rehabilitation, Release, and Reintroduction, a guide created to transform how we approach nutrition for wild animals in care. #wildlife #wildliferescue #wildliferehab #wildlifecarer

A fox in a field sits beside the text Save the Date Wildlife Nutrition: Feeding for Rehabilitation, Release, and Reintroduction. Preorders open 4.01.2026 A new IWRC book on evidence-based nutrition for wildlife care!

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Feb 20

Today's the day! There's still time to help IWRC support wildlife rehabilitators by enjoying a delicious meal! Use code 9011501 when you order from any US Panda Express online or using the app. #wildliferescue #wildliferehab #wildlife #conservation #fundraiser

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council@theiwrc· Feb 13

There's still time to register for this free chat with Connie Needham next week! We're so excited to explore how to use the power of social media on behalf of wildlife and the natural world - we hope to see you there! bit.ly/CT0226 #wildliferescue #wildliferehab #wildlife #socialmedia #conservation