Claws N' Paws Rehab Center

06/10/2026

248. True or False. Birds of prey will attempt to mate with the species they are imprinted on, even if it is not one of their own species

06/10/2026

Answer 247: False. In precocial birds, imprinting occurs typically within the first 36 hours after hatching. In altricial species, the critical period for imprinting is more variable, usually occurring between the development of vision and the development of fear of predators

06/10/2026

Watch this turtle read aloud with your kids called The Foolish Tortoise!

What happens when the tortoise thinks his shell is slowing him down? Find out in this Eric Carle book about self-discovery!Written by Richard BuckleyIllustra...

06/10/2026

Listen to this turtle song called I Had a Little Turtle with your kids!

Here's a version of I Had a Little Turtle with onscreen lyrics for singing along. Also helpful for learning English.I Had a Little Turtle LyricsI had a littl...

06/10/2026

🌊 Quiet River Escape at Indian Well State Park 🌿
A small but beautiful park along the Housatonic River, known for swimming, picnicking, and peaceful river views.
🌿 Wildlife Tip:
Riverbanks are fragile habitats—avoid trampling vegetation where turtles, frogs, and nesting birds may be hiding.
🔗 https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Indian-Well-State-Park
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The park's plunging waterfall and gorge give Indian Well State Park its name, but that’s not even the biggest draw at this popular hangout. Located on the western bank of the Housatonic River, with a wide, sandy beach, and shaded picnic grove, the park is a perfect place to spend a lazy summer day...

06/10/2026

🏛️ History Meets Nature at Fort Trumbull State Park ⚓
A coastal historic site featuring military fort ruins, harbor views, and walking paths along the water.
🌿 Wildlife Tip:
Harbor wildlife (seals, seabirds, fish) are easily disturbed by crowding—keep a respectful distance from shoreline edges.
🔗 https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Fort-Trumbull-State-Park
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Fort Trumbull has a legacy of service spanning two and a half centuries, from the American Revolution to World War II to the Cold War. Along with serving as a federal military facility, the fort played a pivotal role in the country’s coastal defense system and as the original site of the U.S. Coas...

06/09/2026

I rarely celebrate my birthday or make a fuss about it, but this year I'm making an exception—for a cause that means everything to me.
My passion is wildlife. The animals that have no voice, no advocate, and often no one to speak up for them when they are injured, orphaned, or misunderstood.
For my 60th birthday, instead of gifts, I'm asking for donations to this fundraiser. Every dollar will be used to help licensed raccoon rehabbers with the overwhelming costs of rehabilitation, including formula, food, medical care, vaccinations, and enclosure expenses.
Did you know?
🦝 A 20-pound bag of raccoon formula costs approximately $300.
🦝 Wildlife rehabbers pay for nearly everything out of their own pockets.
🦝 To legally rehabilitate raccoons, rehabbers must receive rabies vaccinations at their own expense because insurance often considers it a "hobby" rather than employment.
🦝 Rehabbers must also pay for regular rabies titer testing and booster shots to remain protected and compliant.
🦝 State regulations require specialized outdoor enclosures for raccoons before they can be released. These enclosures are expensive to build, maintain, and repair, yet the costs are almost entirely borne by the rehabbers themselves.
🦝 One of the biggest reasons we don't have enough wildlife rehabbers is the enormous financial commitment required to become and remain licensed.
Most heartbreaking of all, when there are not enough licensed rehabbers available to take orphaned raccoons, the State of Connecticut's recommendation is often euthanasia.
That means every donation helps give these babies a chance at life.
Without your support, we simply cannot do what we do. Every rescued, rehabilitated, and released raccoon represents countless hours, dedication, personal sacrifice, and significant financial investment by the people willing to help them.
For my 60th birthday, I'm asking you to help me help them.
If you've ever smiled at a raccoon, cared about wildlife, or appreciated the work that goes into giving these animals a second chance, please consider making a donation. No amount is too small, and every dollar makes a difference.
Together, we can be their voice.
Thank you for supporting wildlife, wildlife rehabbers, and the future of Connecticut's orphaned and injured raccoons. ❤️🦝
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06/09/2026

247. True or False. Imprinting occurs at the same age in precocial birds as it does in altricial birds.

06/09/2026

Answer 246: True. For proper psychological development birds should be raised with the same species. This is critical for looking for mates further in life and for socialization within the species.

06/09/2026

Watch this bird read aloud called Don’t let the Pigeon Eat Your Icecream with your kids!

Get ready for a hilarious ride with everyone's favorite mischievous bird in this ultimate pigeon compilation! In "Don't Let the Pigeon Eat Your Ice Cream!" j...