At Our Out Back Wildlife Rescue we are a 501(c)3 tax exempt Nonprofit dedicated to rehabilitating wildlife.
We have a licensed wildlife rehabilitator in Virginia. We specialize in caring for rabies vector species, like foxes and raccoons, that are often not taken by other wildlife rehabilitators and are frequently euthanized. Raccoons, in particular, are time and resource-intensive to rehabilitate, requiring extended care before they can be safely released. We have a no-kill policy, providing ethical and compassionate care to every animal in our care.
In addition to saving wildlife, we are committed to empowering at-risk teenagers through mentorship and hands-on experience with wildlife rehabilitation. We would like to start a program help foster compassion, empathy, and valuable life skills, offering youth the opportunity to contribute to wildlife conservation while growing personally.
You can make a difference too! Whether you're interested in becoming a wildlife rehabilitator, a mentor for at risk teens or simply want to volunteer by helping feed baby animals, we invite you to join our efforts. However, it’s important to always comply with legal requirements. Each state has specific laws regarding wildlife care and necessary licensing, so you must have the proper training, including rabies vaccination, before handling certain species. Contact us for more details on how you can get involved, and we’ll assist you in navigating Virginia’s regulations.
Please remember: raising a wild animal on your own is illegal and dangerous. Always reach out to a licensed wildlife rescue organization for help! Your support and donations enable us to continue our mission of saving wildlife and mentoring the next generation of conservationists!
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Wildlife Rehabilitation: We serve animals in Northern Virginia 24/7
(we cannot help birds at this time)
WILDLIFE IN NEED OF A VET SHOULD CALL: Blue Ridge Wildlife Center 540-837-9000 or VCA Alexandria 703-751-2022 or Pender Veterinary Centre 703-591-3304
(We DON'T have a vet or any staff, we are volunteers that rehabilitate usually healthy, orphaned wildlife babies at the discretion of our mentor. At this time we still do not direct accept any wildlife from the community. We will be direct accepting in 2026)
Phone: 703-829-9618 (please leave a message)
Email: info@ouroutbackwildliferescue.org
outbackwildliferefuge@gmail.com
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To make a tax deductible donation:
Zelle: outbackwildliferefuge@gmail.com
Venmo: @outbackwildlife
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