Wildlife

Larimer Humane Society’s Animal Protection & Control department will respond to calls regarding sick, injured or orphaned wildlife (for animals the size of a coyote or smaller) within the city limits of Fort Collins on public access roadways (not including natural areas.) Orphaned, sick or injured wildlife will be picked up by a Larimer Humane Society Animal Protection & Control officer and delivered to Larimer Humane Society’s WildKind department where the animal will receive the care for necessary for rehabilitation, if appropriate.

Please note: Larimer Humane Society does not trap and relocate nuisance wildlife. Please refer to our WildKind web pages for suggestions on how to peacefully co-exist and deter our wild friends away from your property or contact our WildKind staff directly by calling (970) 226-3647 ext. 322. Alternatively, you can contact a local pest control agency for assistance.

For deceased, sick and injured wildlife found on private property, a nominal fee will apply for pick-up. Exceptions apply for specific species prone to carrying rabies (including, but not limited to: bats, raccoons and skunks) exhibiting unnatural behaviors that may pose a threat to public safety.

For wildlife concerns with animals larger than a coyote, please contact the Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife for assistance at (970) 472-4300.