Local Wildlife Rescue Center Seeks Funds for Injured Bobcat

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The Raven Ridge Wildlife Center in Washington Boro, Pennsylvania recently rescued a bobcat that was trapped in the grill of a car in Adams County. The injured animal was brought to the center, where it underwent life-saving surgery to treat two broken legs. The center is now seeking donations from the public to cover the nearly $9,200 cost of the bobcat's treatment.

Why it matters

Raven Ridge Wildlife Center is a critical resource for rescuing and rehabilitating injured wild animals in the region. This case highlights the important work they do and the need for community support to cover the significant medical expenses involved in treating complex wildlife injuries.

The details

State Game Warden Taylor Knash rescued the bobcat from the vehicle grill in Adams County and drove it 90 minutes to the Raven Ridge Wildlife Center. At the center, veterinarians determined the female bobcat had two broken legs on its right side. After consulting with other experts, the center decided the bobcat was a good candidate for surgery. Three veterinarians, including two working simultaneously on one leg, performed the complex operation to treat the bobcat's injuries.

• The bobcat was rescued from the vehicle grill in Adams County.
• The bobcat was transported 90 minutes to the Raven Ridge Wildlife Center in Washington Boro, Pennsylvania.

What’s next

Raven Ridge Wildlife Center is seeking donations from the public to help cover the nearly $9,200 cost of the bobcat's surgery and treatment.