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Wish List

SPECIAL REQUEST
OWC is in need of at least two utility trucks/vans in good to excellent condition for animal and food transport, as well as for OWC's non-lethal pest control program, Humane Wildlife Solutions. 

Donating a vehicle would be a great tax write-off and a unique way to benefit native Ohio wildlife.  Please contact the development department if you are interested in contributing: 614-734-9453.

If you are able to donate any of the following items, feel free to bring those items to either our hospital or education building.  Thank you in advance for your generosity.

GENERAL SUPPLIES

OWC HOSPITAL
(2661 Billingsley Rd., Columbus)		 OWC EDUCATION
(6131 Cook Rd., Powell)

 

  • Paper towels, toilet paper and newspapers (no glossy inserts) - Always needed.
  • Carpet Powder
  • Paper Shredder 
  • 39+ gallon trash bags
  • Duct tape
  • Pens
  • Large towels
  • Batteries
  • Laundry detergent
  • Plastic critter keepers
  • 10 galloon aquariums with lids
  • Sponges
  • White 8 1/2 by 11 paper
  • Stamps
  • Tissues
  • Dish soap
  • Floor cleaner
  • Ziplock bags (all sizes)
  • Latex and non latex medical gloves
  • Tongue depressers
  • Cotton swabs
  • Isopropyl alcohol
  • 32 oz. Spray Bottles
      

         

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    • SNOWBLOWER
    • Large and medium bath towels
    • Refrigerator
    • Duct tape
    • Large garbage bags (39 gallons +)
    • Light bulbs, all wattages
    • Windex
    • Copier paper (8 1/2 x 11, white and colored)
    • Pens, pencils, highlighters, markers
    • Stamps
    • Ceramic Pet dishes, all sizes
    • "No-spill" pet bowls (single dish, all sizes)
    • Plastic Critter Keepers (clear, plastic cages w/ lid)
    • Laundry Detergent
    • Liquid Bleach
    • Dish Soap
    • Scrub Brushes
    • Sponges
    • Large Rubber Gloves
    • Floor Cleaner
    • Extra Large Garbage Bags
    • Commercial Mop Bucket
    • Dry Erase Markers
    • Dry Erase Boards
    • Masking Tape
    • Large Unfitted Sheets
    • Flashlights
    • Batteries
    • Paper Grocery Bags
    • 1/4" Rope
    • Dog & Cat Food Bowls
     

    FOOD ITEMS

    OWC HOSPITAL
    (2661 Billingsley Rd., Columbus)    		 OWC EDUCATION
    (6131 Cook Rd., Powell)
    • Dark Leafy Greens
    • Untreated dandelion and clover
    • Fruit (no citrus, please) - bananas, grapes, apples, watermelon, berries, canteloupe...
    • Bagged carrots
    • Corn
    • Dog/puppy cat/kitten chow (dry and canned)
    • Non salted nuts
    • Pedialyte (grape and non flavored)
    • Cracked corn
    • Grits
    • Poultry starter (20%), poultry grower/finisher (16%)
    • Applesauce
    • Smooth peanut butter

     

     

     
    • Canned Dog Food
    • Dry dog chow
    • Purina dry cat chow
    • Grit (for birds)
    • Jars of Baby Meat
    • Whole, unsalted nuts (in the shell)
    • Baby Cereal
    • Unsalted Peanuts
    • Apples
    • Waterfowl Pellets
    • Cracked Corn
    • Thistle
    • Canned Dog Food
    • Canned Cat Food
    • Unflavored Pedialyte

     

     


     
    The Red-tailed hawk is a medium-sized bird of prey found throughout North America. It is generally non-aggressive toward humans and other birds and is an opportunistic feeder with a diet mostly of small mammals. Raccoons are opportunistic eaters and can be avoided by keeping garbage and compost piles secure, and keeping pet food inside. Photo by Scott Schisler American bullfrogs are common in Ohio and recognized by their deep, throaty song. Photo by Dr. Don Burton Canada goslings are born in the spring and by fall are mature and ready to fly south with their flock. Photo by Katherine Clifton Coyotes were introduced to Ohio and have thrived in urban environments. This coyote, Hope, was unreleasable because she was hand-raised by humans before sent to OWC, and so lacks certain survival skills. Photo by Sue Simunich Mother deer tell their fawns to stay still and low (often curled up) all day while she is away. She will return at dusk and likely move them to a new spot. This is a safety precaution for the fawns, but many times fawns are mistaken to be orphans because of it. Photo by Scott Schisler Black rat snakes are native Ohio snakes. This snake resides at OWC because of injuries that would compromise its ability to survive in the wild. Photo by Sue Simunich. The Chukar is a game-bird in the pheasant family, originally from Asia but introduced to the United States. This Chukar is Tori, who resides at OWC. Photo by Sue Simuncich This male American Kestrel also resides at OWC and can be seen at the center’s outdoor wildlife display. Photo by Deb Keller You may see Eastern Gray squirrels like this in your backyard, consuming seeds, acorns, insects, eggs and other nuts. Photo by Sue Simunich The population of the Leopard frog is decreasing due to pollution and deforestation. They are often good indicators for environmental problems because of their sensitivity to chemical pollutants found both in the air and the water. Photo by Sue Simunich Most Snapping turtles eat plants, small mammals, fish and birds and are quick to take off your finger if you get too close. Photo by Sue Simunich Despite what it looks like, those big tuffs on the top of this Great-horned owl’s head are not ears. To predators, they may look like an easy way to grab the owl, but they are actually just feathers. Photo by Sue Simunich The American Bald Eagle is an endangered species. Photo by Katherine Clifton Male Cardinals are recognized by their bright red appearance. Photo by Scott Schisler The Eastern Fox snake resides in Ohio, Michigan and parts of Canada in flat, marshy areas. Fox snakes will eat primarily small rodents, but will also eat small birds, rabbits and other small animals. Photo by Sue Simunich The wings of the male Kestrel are slate-blue. Females are rusty to match the back feathers. Photo by Deb Keller Flying squirrels are one of the most common squirrels in Ohio, although they are rarely seen because they are nocturnal (meaning they are awake at night time). Photo by Deb Keller Red fox kits stay with their mother and siblings for several months and then go off on their own typically in July. Foxes are generally shy animals. Photo by Scott Schisler The Painted turtle is a reptile that is common in southern Canada, the US, and Mexico and is related to other water turtles like sliders and cooters. They live in ponds, marshes, and slow-moving rivers with muddy bottoms. Photo by Deb Keller Great horned owls hunt at night by waiting on a high perch to swoop down on prey. They eat small to medium-sized mammals like rats, voles, skunks and rabbits. Photo by Deb Keller Blanding’s turtles are a semi-aquatic species found mostly near the Great Lakes regions. Photo by Sue Simunich The Virginia Opossum is about the size of a house cat and “plays dead” as a defense mechanism from predators. Photo by Sue Simunich White-tailed deer have been forced to adapt to urban environments as their natural home is being destroyed by human development. Photo by Katherine Clifton Canada geese are dedicated parents and very social. When one goose is fatigued while flying, they will make sure it is not alone while it rests and will fly in shifts. Photo by Katherine Clifton Bobwhite quails are ground-dwelling birds found in North America, Central America and the Caribbean. Photo by Deb Keller Raccoon mothers will call out to their young should they fall from a tree or get lost. As long as she sees them or hears their cries, she will do whatever it takes to retrieve them. Photo by Owen DeWolfe In flight, Red-tailed hawks flap as little as possible to conserve energy. Their flight is slow and deliberate, with deep beats of their wings. Photo by David Harrison The male Red-winged Blackbird fiercely defends his territory during the breeding season. He may spend more than a quarter of all the daylight hours in territory defense. He vigorously keeps all other males out of the territory and defends the nests from predators. He will attack much larger animals, including horses and people. (birds.cornell.edu) Photo by Tripp Braden