Found an injured or orphaned animal? We are happy to help!
Text or call us at 615-559-WILD (9453).
You may send a picture of short video of the animal you have found by text. Please note that all calls will go directly to voicemail. You must leave a message for us to help. Calls are returned daily from 9am to 4pm. Calls received after 4pm will be returned the next day. Please visit our emergency care instructions for overnight care.
Walden’s Puddle provides care and treatment to sick, injured and orphaned native Tennessee wildlife. We are a professionally-staffed wildlife rehabilitation facility in Middle Tennessee. We do not charge for services and receive no federal or state funding at this time. We are here to help wildlife in trouble. If you suspect an animal is orphaned, please observe to make sure its mother is not nearby.
If You Find A Wild Animal That Might Be Orphaned Or Injured
If you find a wild animal that might be orphaned or injured, call our Wildlife Admissions Line immediately at 615-559-WILD (9453) and LEAVE A MESSAGE. Please Do Not Email, We May Not Get Your Message In Time.JOIN OUR MAILING LIST
IF OUR ADMISSION APPOINTMENTS ARE FULL
In the event our admission appointments are full or we are at capacity, please contact these other licensed Wildlife Rehabilitators. Also, please read the related emergency animal care information on this website. Thank you for your understanding.
Lilliebirds Wildlife Rehab: 615-579-8801
Ziggy’s Tree Wildlife Rehab: 615-631-2205 for small mammals or (931) 841-9781 for song birds
Nashville Wildlife Conservation: 615-270-9009 (Turtles)
Please GO HERE for an extensive list of all permitted Wildlife Rehabilitators in all counties of Tennessee.
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It's Wishlist Wednesday and we have two asks for today: wishlist items and venison donations!
We have a new pitiful mange fox face like this greeting us almost every morning after our fox trapper extraordinaire brings them in the middle of the night. This means we have a LOT of red foxes and go through a LOT of rodents and meat - and they're not the only animals that eat meat!
1) We have medical supplies, bugs, and daily care items on our wishlist here: a.co/5lSiIJu
2) We're looking for fresh or frozen plain, unseasoned venison and chicken donations. (Thighs, drumsticks, wings, or breasts are all great - we just don't need whole chickens right now.) At this time, no other meats are needed. If you have some you can bring to us, please text or call and leave a voicemail at 615-559-9453 to schedule a drop-off time! We have limited storage space, so we'll update this post when our freezer is full.
(This red fox has a relatively mild case of mange, but you can tell she's not feeling well. She has an eye injury that we suspect is the result of previous head trauma with a possible lingering concussion, but we're hopeful the eye will fully heal. After just a few days in care with some pain meds on board, she has already perked up significantly and seems much more alert like a proper fox again!)
Some supplies from your wishlist will be delivered tomorrow! Thank you for taking care of them all! 💙
It’s wonderful to hear she’s feeling better!!! I’ll keep an eye out for updates and will go through my freezers this weekend. I have mostly chicken thighs, breasts, and legs (from Costco).
Would a Rodent Pro donation help?
I have some frozen wings I'd be happy to drop off.
Sent items requested from Amazon
I hope the fox that I helped catch a few weeks ago is doing well. She was in bad shape. She was in the trap late but he came and picked her up. She was so tiny. She was picked up in Gallatin. Would love an update on her.
I have a bunch of frozen venison that's about a year and a half old. I'd love to donate it.
What kind of chicken do you want? Whole, breasts, thighs, legs, fresh, frozen?
If I process the chickens myself do I need to get the meat off the bones ?
sent some!!! they’ll be here thursday & friday 🩷🩷
Just placed an order!!!
I send some feeding formula
Heather Berry Boyce
Donated some items. Thank you for all that you do!
I know I can’t but I would love to have that little fox for a pet. Their little faces are so adorable. Glad she’s doing better. Hod bless you for helping her.
A huge thank you to the Woodmont Christian Church’s Youth Group for volunteering at Walden’s Puddle today! These amazing young people worked incredibly hard, tackling projects that included redoing a flower bed, cleaning animal crates, and sprucing up two of our outdoor animal enclosures.
Their willingness to give their time and energy to help our staff and the wildlife in our care means so much. It is truly encouraging to see young people with such servant hearts and a desire to make a difference in their community.
Thank you, Woodmont Christian Church’s Youth Group, for your hard work, enthusiasm, and kindness. We are so grateful for your support and hope you know how much you are appreciated! ❤️🐾🦊🦉
Thank you. There is hope.
Great job!!
How long is the process to get started on volunteering? My daughter has reached out, filled out the form, paid the fee and emailed. She would love to help!
Thank you! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
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IF OUR ADMISSION APPOINTMENTS ARE FULL
In the event our admission appointments are full or we are at capacity, please contact these other licensed Wildlife Rehabilitators. Also, please read the related emergency animal care information on this website. Thank you for your understanding.
Lilliebirds Wildlife Rehab: 615-579-8801
Ziggy’s Tree Wildlife Rehab: 615-631-2205 (small mammals) or (931) 841-9781 (song birds)
Nashville Wildlife Conservation/ 615-270-9009 (Turtles)
Please GO HERE for an extensive list of all permitted Wildlife Rehabilitators in all counties of Tennessee.
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