Oklahoma Wildlife Rehabilitators Guide (By Region + What To Do First)
If you’ve found injured, ill, or orphaned wildlife in Oklahoma, the safest (and legal) next step is to contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) publishes an official list of rehabilitators by county and what species they accept.
This page helps you:
- Quickly decide if an animal truly needs help
- Safely contain and transport when appropriate
- Find a reputable rehab option by region, then confirm details on the ODWC official list
Before You “Rescue” It (Quick Decision Guide)
ODWC strongly encourages people to leave young wildlife alone in many cases, because parents are often nearby and still caring for them. Spring storms can also displace nestlings and young squirrels temporarily.
In general, do NOT pick it up if:
- A fawn is lying quietly in grass (mom may return)
- A baby bird is feathered and hopping (it may be a fledgling)
- A squirrel is alert, moving, and not injured
It likely needs help if:
- Visible injury (bleeding, broken wing/limb, dragging legs)
- Hit by car / attacked by cat or dog
- Cold, limp, covered in flies, or breathing with difficulty
- A baby is found and you have confirmed the nest/den is destroyed and no adult returns
Safe Containment Rules (The “Box Method”)
If it’s clearly injured or in immediate danger:
- Use a cardboard box with air holes (or a pet carrier).
- Add a soft towel on the bottom (no loose strings).
- Keep it warm, dark, and quiet.
- Do not feed or give water unless a licensed rehabber tells you to.
- Call a rehabber first and follow instructions.
ODWC notes they do not accept injured wildlife brought to their offices—rehabbers are the right contact.
The Official Oklahoma Rehabilitator List (Start Here)
For the most accurate “who is licensed near me” info, use the ODWC list (by county + species accepted):
ODWC Wildlife Rehabilitators List (By County)
You may contact us directly for guidance on providers in your area
“Main Providers” by Oklahoma Region (Fast Options)
These are strong starting points to call by region—then confirm nearest options on the ODWC county list above.
Central Oklahoma (OKC Metro / Norman / Moore / Stillwater)
WildCare Foundation (Noble, OK)
ODWC list shows Inger Giuffrida (Noble) permitted for migratory birds/raptors (including eagles) and all mammals/reptiles/amphibians.
WildCare’s intake info is also published here (helpful for what to do next):
Ramsey Wildlife Rehabilitation (Moore, OK)
Listed on ODWC as Laura L Ramsey (Moore) for mammals and turtles.
Stillwater area option (OSU/Stillwater listing)
ODWC list includes Stillwater entries through OSU-related contact number for certain birds/mammals/reptiles (with exclusions for rabies-vector species, etc.).
Northeast Oklahoma (Tulsa / Claremore / Rogers County)
Rogers County (Claremore/Collinsville/Jenks corridor) – broad coverage hub
ODWC shows multiple Rogers County rehabilitators with “all species” or very broad species coverage—good for Northeast Oklahoma routing. Example listings include Tracy Robison (Claremore) “All Species Of Native Wildlife” and Jennifer A Gilley (Collinsville) with wide coverage (mammals, songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, reptiles, eagles, deer).
Tulsa County contacts
ODWC lists multiple Tulsa County rehabilitators (Tulsa/Jenks/Mounds) including small mammals, reptiles, birds, and more.
Northwest Oklahoma (Enid / Woodward / Panhandle)
Woodward area
ODWC lists Tammy A Willingham Loomis (Woodward) with birds, mammals, deer, turkey, raccoons, turtles, bobcats (broad for the region).
Enid area
ODWC lists Enid-area rehabilitators (Garfield County), including general mammals and some orphan-specific intake.
Panhandle
ODWC includes Cimarron County listing (Boise City).
Southwest Oklahoma (Lawton / Elk City / Altus area)
Elk City area
ODWC lists Sunni L Stokes (Elk City) with mammals such as foxes, bobcats, badgers, coyotes.
Medicine Park/Lawton area
ODWC includes Comanche County listings (Medicine Park) for songbirds and mammals/reptiles (varies by rehabilitator).
Southeast Oklahoma (McAlester / Antlers / Broken Bow / Idabel area)
Broken Bow area
ODWC lists multiple McCurtain County rehabilitators (Broken Bow) for mammals/reptiles and birds/mammals/reptiles.
Antlers / Pushmataha County area
ODWC lists Tammi L Smith (Antlers) for multiple mammals and small birds (varied species list).
McAlester area
ODWC includes Pittsburg County listings (McAlester/Hartshorne) for certain mammals/birds/turtles/lizards and specialized raccoon/opossum intake.
What To Say When You Call a Wildlife Rehabilitator
When you contact a rehabilitator, having clear information helps them decide quickly if they can help and what to do next.
Be ready to share:
Location
Your city and county.
Animal Type
Species if known, or best description (bird size, fur color, tail length, etc.).
Age
Adult or baby. Eyes open or closed. Feathered or not.
Condition
Bleeding, limping, hit by car, attacked by cat or dog, cold, weak, tangled, stuck in structure.
Current Safety
Is the animal contained? In a box? Still mobile?
Transportation
How far you can drive and how soon.
Example Call Script
Hello, I’m in Moore, Cleveland County. I found a small gray squirrel on the ground. It’s breathing normally but cannot climb and was almost hit by a car. I currently have it safely in a box. Are you able to take this species or recommend where I should go next?
ODWC’s list includes what each rehabber accepts, which prevents wasted calls.
These entities operate primary from volunteers and private funding, please consider a donation directly to them for the difference they make. You can also help by signing our petition below for more funding for rehabilitation.
Legal Note for Oklahoma Homeowners
In Oklahoma, wildlife rehabilitation is regulated and handled by licensed rehabilitators—ODWC provides the official directory and guidance, and they emphasize using the rehabber list for injured wildlife situations.
Related Oklahoma Wildlife Guides
Oklahoma Wildlife Laws and Regulations
Wildlife Cleanup and Zoonotic Disease Safety
Humane Wildlife Exclusion Guide
Oklahoma Wildlife Identification Guide
Oklahoma Seasonal Wildlife Behavior Guide
