Vinyl flooring has been installed in the new clinic. The posts are set for a deck. Once the deck is complete we will request an inspection by Oregon State Building Codes to allow occupancy of the building. The commercial vinyl flooring is beautiful!

We saw lots of trauma this week. Mourning Dove 26-058 had humerus and ulna fractures in the left wing and a dislocated left elbow. Euthanasia was the only humane option.

The largest birds we admit are pelicans. American White Pelican 26-059 had two broken legs.  It probably hit a power line or other type of wire while landing. The fractures were not repairable and the bird was euthanized.

Adult Swainson’s Hawk 26-060 was found near Arlington. His right wing had been severed at the wrist. Again, euthanasia was the only option.

Fortunately 12 baby Barn Owls are growing and doing well. They will soon be able to eat whole mice and go outside to a flight pen in preparation of fledging. There are seven owlets in the photo below.