News – Walden's Puddle

Twelve types of d-Con banned by 2015

Good news: “U.K.-based Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, the maker of d-Con, struck a truce with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency over a plan to ban sales of the rat poison, which has been linked to accidental exposures in children and wildlife.” “In seeking to restrict the kinds of rodenticides used by consumers, the EPA had […]

Walden’s Puddle Treats Red Fox Suffering from Sarcoptic Mange

We received many calls from concerned citizens in Pleasant View, Tennessee. An ill red fox was in the neighborhood, and apparently some people were attempting to kill it. Thankfully, someone was able to capture the animal and he was brought to Walden’s Puddle for treatment. He looks terrible, but he should make a full recovery. […]

Owlet Reunited With Its Family

Our best case scenario is when a baby animal is reunited with its parents. These photos tell the story of an owlet that we helped reunite with its family, with big help from Scott and Chad of 911 Wildlife.

The first 2014 baby animals arrive at Walden’s Puddle

It’s hard to believe that baby animals are being born in such cold weather here in Tennessee. But, despite the cold and snow, we have our first 2014 babies: eastern cottontails (Sylvilagus floridanus). Last year we admitted 3,500+ animals. If you can help us in any way we would be so appreciative. Please see the […]

Geese rescued from frozen pond recover at Walden’s Puddle

The Curly Breasted White Sebastopol Geese that were frozen to the ice on Lake Watauga at Centennial Park in Nashville were brought to Walden’s Puddle by one of our volunteers who happened to be in the area. Upon admission, the geese were very skinny, cold and exhausted from attempting to free themselves. They have since warmed up […]