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Rescue team gaining access
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As you know, much of central and south Texas is enduring a severe drought. And in times of extreme weather such as these, nobody is affected more than our native wildlife. Over the past few months, we have seen a great deal of suffering as wild animals venture further into developed areas in search of food and water. Our native animals are dying at an alarming rate. In response, WRR is stepping up our efforts to save them.
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Deer stuck in fence
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WRR recently launched our new Animal Rescue Team in order to respond to animal emergencies more efficiently. This team of experienced staff members and volunteers is designed to respond on a moment's notice. While WRR has always rescued injured and orphaned wild animals, we felt the need to have an experienced group of rescuers ready to go whenever a particularly challenging situation presents itself.
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Rescue team releasing deer
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We have already seen great results from our new team. Members of the Animal Rescue Team recently responded to a call involving a trapped deer. The Animal Rescue Team, led by WRR volunteers Jim and Keeley, arrived on the scene to find this little creature hidden behind 8 foot tall bamboo and trapped in barbed wire.
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Rescue team releasing deer
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After assessing the situation, the Rescue Team went to work cutting the fence and untangling the doe one leg at a time. She had clearly been struggling to free herself for some time, as she was so entwined in the fence that her body formed a figure 8.
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Freedom!
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After working to free her, the Rescue Team slowly straightened out her legs one by one and waited patiently with her as she calmed down. When the time was right, they encouraged her to stand up. Not long after, she gathered her confidence and returned to the wild!
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