West Sound Wildlife Shelter

West Sound Wildlife Shelter West Sound Wildlife is a wildlife rehabilitation and education center serving the western Puget Sound region.

West Sound Wildlife is a nonprofit wildlife hospital and education center serving the western Puget Sound. Last year we cared for over 1,500 wildlife patients and provided live-animal education programs to more than 12,000 children and adults.

08/25/2026

So adorable 🥹

It’s squirrel-a-polooza over here at West Sound Wildlife Shelter! Due to a short gestation period of about 5 weeks, female squirrels typically have two litters of kits per year- one in early spring and one in late summer/early fall. Litter sizes typically range from two to five kits, and these babies will stay with mom until they are fully independent at about 12 weeks old. We are currently taking care of about 26 baby squirrels, all at different stages of development. When in our care, we feed formula specific to their age and dietary needs multiple times per day, and provide a natural solid diet to help them wean as they get older. Once they are fully weaned, they will spend some time weather conditioning in an outdoor enclosure, then be released back into the wild!

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So hungry!!Did you know that some of our youngest patients get fed every 15 minutes all day long? When it comes to baby ...
08/17/2026

So hungry!!

Did you know that some of our youngest patients get fed every 15 minutes all day long? When it comes to baby birds, their mother would be constantly caring for them in the wild from sunup to sundown, bringing food at regular intervals and feeding it directly into their mouths. To ensure the best success for our little feathered friends, we stick to this schedule to replicate the process as closely as possible. As the chicks grow, we begin to decrease the amount of feedings they get as we help them learn to self feed. It seems like this little robin would prefer us to hand feed him forever!

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08/10/2026

Eagles Galore!

We currently have three juvenile Bald Eagles in care here at West Sound Wildlife Shelter! All three of these birds came in at separate time, but with very similar stories. They had all been found grounded and emaciated, but had no physical injuries. This is not uncommon for us to see at this time of year- as these young raptors fledge, sometimes they struggle to feed themselves once leaving the nest. Eagles do not teach their young to hunt, making it so these birds have to rely on their innate prey drive and observation of others to figure it out for themselves. It’s during this process that juveniles are often found struggling. Luckily for these three, they were found and brought to us before it was too late. While in care, we provide these eagles with plentiful food and large enclosures so they can regain weight and muscle mass to help prepare them for release!

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08/04/2026

Safe travels!!

Remember Osprey 26-743 from last week? We are happy to share he was successfully released by one of our lovely volunteers over the weekend! With his injury fully healed, he is well-flighted and ready to begin his migration soon. Enjoy your journey, Mr. Osprey!

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Have you ever looked into the eyes of an owl... or stood just feet away from a vulture? Don’t miss Raptor Rhapsody at th...
08/01/2026

Have you ever looked into the eyes of an owl... or stood just feet away from a vulture?
 
Don’t miss Raptor Rhapsody at the Rolling Bay Summer Market!
• Meet live birds of prey
• Enjoy engaging wildlife presentations
• Saturday, August 8
• Raptor Rhapsody: 11 AM–1 PM
• Rolling Bay Market open: 10 AM–4 PM
 
Bring the family, shop 24 amazing local vendors, and experience these magnificent birds up close—all while supporting the mission of West Sound Wildlife Shelter.
 
Suggested donation: $5 per person or $10 per family.

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!Join us for the 22nd Annual Call to the Wild Gala & Auction on Saturday, October 17—an unforgett...
07/31/2026

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Join us for the 22nd Annual Call to the Wild Gala & Auction on Saturday, October 17—an unforgettable evening celebrating and supporting the wild patients of West Sound Wildlife Shelter!

• Exciting auction packages
• A wonderful night out
• A great cause
• And a community that cares about local wildlife

VIP tickets and tables are limited, so don’t wait to reserve your spot!
Get your tickets today — link in bio and comments below!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

07/27/2026

Even fishermen need time on the shore!

Meet Osprey 26-743! This bird was brought to us after being found grounded in the middle of the road in Seattle. After examination and x-rays, we found a displacement of the coracoid, making it so he was unable to gain proper liftoff. Luckily for him, the injury is small enough that, with time, it would be able to heal properly. In the past few weeks, we have had the privilege of watching him progress from only being able to perch on the ground to flying over our heads! With a bit more time, he’ll be flying confidently enough to be released just in time to migrate with his species down to South America in late August!

Photos by Jay Wiggs

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07/25/2026

Save the date for the Rolling Bay Summer Market!

Join us Saturday, August 8 from 10am–4pm for a summer day filled with local makers, creative finds, vintage treasures, and plenty of community spirit.

Bring a friend, come browse, shop, and spend a little time with us in Rolling Bay. We can’t wait to see you!

Saturday, August 8 | 10am–4pm | 11042 Sunrise Dr NE, Bainbridge Island

07/25/2026

Save the date for the Rolling Bay Summer Market!
 
Join us Saturday, August 8 from 10am–4pm for a summer day filled with local makers, creative finds, vintage treasures, and plenty of community spirit.
 
Bring a friend, come browse, shop, and spend a little time with us in Rolling Bay. We can’t wait to see you!
 
Saturday, August 8 | 10am–4pm | 11042 Sunrise Dr NE, Bainbridge Island

We’ve been nominated—and your vote supports wildlife! Wild Bird Mercantile is thrilled to be nominated for Best Thrift S...
07/20/2026

We’ve been nominated—and your vote supports wildlife!
 
Wild Bird Mercantile is thrilled to be nominated for Best Thrift Store AND Best Customer Service in Best of Bainbridge 2026.
 
Every purchase at WBM helps support the lifesaving work of West Sound Wildlife Shelter. The more people who discover our little shop, the more funds—and awareness—we can raise for local wildlife in need.
 
You can vote once a day through July 26! Scroll to the Shopping category and vote for Wild Bird Mercantile under Thrift Store and Customer Service. Link in bio.
 
SHOP. VOTE. SAVE WILDLIFE

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7501 NE Dolphin Drive
Bainbridge Island, WA
98110

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Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 2pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm
Friday 9am - 2pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm
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