There were just two admissions this past week, a  Merlin and a Barn Owl. The Merlin displayed signs of organophosphate toxicity with labored breathing and excessive salivation. We administered the antidote, atropine, but the small falcon died shortly after admission. 

The Barn Owl was found near Hermiston. It had no obvious injuries, but was very thin. It also had a metal band on its right leg that had been put on in April at the Benton City center. The owl had originally been found in a haystack near Dayton, WA. When the stack was going to be moved, it was taken to the Benton City center along with six siblings. They were placed in a nest box and allowed to fledge at their normal time. After several days of hydration and a slow reintroduction to food, the owl is doing well. It will be moved outside this week in preparation for release.

Check out BMW’s on-line store. Frosty, the Snowy Owl Hoodie will be available until December 31. A great addition to your holiday wardrobe!

There are also seven different ceramic Holiday Ornaments to choose from.

And A Volunteer Opportunity At Hanford National Monument