The Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) wildlife rehabilitation center in Snohomish, Washington, has admitted two more American black bear cubs. The new arrivals, which joined the facility earlier this month, bring the center’s current bear patient count to five. Staff members describe the influx as a “full PAWS” caseload.
Snohomish Wildlife Center Takes on Five Cubs
Initial Health Assessments and Stabilization
Upon arrival at the facility, the wildlife team conducted thorough physical examinations and radiographs to evaluate the health status of both new cubs. According to PAWS, the animals are responding well to initial evaluations and are currently stable.
Rehabilitation Protocol and Preventing Habituation
The rehabilitation protocol for the young bears focuses on species-appropriate nutrition, ongoing medical treatment, and environmental enrichment to encourage natural behaviors.
To ensure a successful transition back to the natural environment, PAWS enforces strict operational boundaries regarding human interaction. Contact is restricted strictly to essential medical checkups. This policy aims to prevent habituation, keeping the animals wild so they can be successfully released into their natural habitat once they reach maturity and independence.
Statewide Wildlife Mission
With the intake of these two individuals, PAWS is currently housing five American black bear cubs.
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