Book description
Rescuing wild animals in distress requires a unique set of skills, very
different from those used in handling domestic animals. The equipment,
degree of handling, the type of caging and level of care a wild animal
receives can mean the difference between life and death.
Wildlife Search and Rescue
is a comprehensive guide on 'best practices' and suggested standards
for response to sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. This valuable
resource covers the fundamentals of wildlife rescue, from 'phone to
field', including safe and successful capture strategies, handling and
restraint techniques and initial aid. Wildlife Search and Rescue
is a must have for anyone interested in knowing what to do when they
are face to face with a wild animal in need, or for anyone involved in
animal rescue. While the book focuses on wildlife native to North
America, much of the information and many of the techniques are
applicable to other species, including domestic dogs and cats.
Visit
www.
wiley. com/go/dmytryk/wildlifeemergency to access the figures
from the book.
In the last thirty years,
Rebecca Dmytryk
has become a leading authority in wildlife rescue having been on the
front lines of some of the largest wildlife recovery missions, including
the Gulf Oil Spill. From her office in Monterey, California she and her
husband, Duane Titus operate WildRescue, offering around the clock
response to emergencies involving wildlife and serving all of California
with a state-of-the-art toll-free wildlife hotline.
