To rescue, rehabilitate, and release native
wildlife, and to provide sanctuary, individualized care, and
a voice for other animals in need.
WRR was founded in 1977 in San Antonio, Texas.
Since Spring 2004, WRR has been located at a new 187-acre
facility near Kendalia, Texas. WRR serves the cities of San
Antonio, Austin, and all surrounding counties, as well as
the entire state of Texas. WRR also provides assistance on
a national basis to wild animals in need of rescue.
WRR provides a permanent home for a variety
of mammals (e.g., wolves, bears, big cats, and primates) and
non-indigenous birds and reptiles. Each year over 5,000 animals
are brought to WRR, mostly from surrounding areas, but many
from around the country; the majority of these were rehabilitated
and released or given permanent
sanctuary.
WRR maintains a 24-hour
Emergency Hotline and is open 24 hours a day, 365 days
a year. It is supported by a membership
of over 11,000 individuals and is assisted by 150 Volunteers.
The organization has a Staff
of 20 and anywhere from 8 to 15 Animal
Care Interns who come from the U.S. and abroad to work
at the Sanctuary and gain experience and training in wildlife
rehabilitation and animal care.
In addition, WRR provides advice
and assistance in dealing with human-wildlife
encounters in a non-lethal manner. Whether through training,
education, advocacy, or direct animal care, WRR fulfills its
commitment to wildlife protection and ethical,
sustainable relations between humans and the natural world.
Because of our commitment to respect for the
rights and needs of wildlife, the main WRR facilities and grounds are not open to the public.
Saturday, October 16,
2010 • 9:00 a.m. • Boerne Main
Plaza, Boerne, TX
Join us in the fall in beautiful Boerne for
the fun 5K Walk on the Wild Side and help raise funds
for Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation (WRR) to care for
thousands of animals. Form a team and walk with your friends,
family, and dog, and then enjoy the post-walk music, food,
beverages, and activities! Collect lots of sponsorships and earn great prizes.
WRR relies upon the donations of its members to
help carry out our work of providing lifesaving care for animals
and educating and advocating for animal protection. Become
a member yourself, or give
a gift membership to your favorite animal lover.
During the course of our work
with wild animals, WRR is occasionally called
on to assist domestic animals who are found in
deplorable and life-threatening situations. We
cannot turn our backs on these lives and hope
that you can provide a stable, loving home for
them.
The Squirrel's Nest, WRR's resale shop in Boerne, offers wonderful items for bargain shoppers and treasure hunters alike. All proceeds are immediately put to use for animal care needs at the sanctuary.
Animals sponsorship donations go directly toward
the care and feeding of WRR animals. Animal sponsors receive a lovely
packet that includes an 8x10 photo of the animal, a certificate
noting their sponsorship, as well as information on the natural
history of that species and your sponsored animal's personal story.
It takes truckloads of supplies to keep our 187-acre
facility functioning throughout the year. Wish List donations can
be accepted at our facility in Kendalia or at one of our satellite
animal receiving locations in San Antonio. You may also ship Wish
List items purchased online directly to us.
WRR relies on the dedication and
hard work of our employees, interns, and volunteers.
Learn about our many employment, internship,
and volunteer opportunities.
