Wild About Wildlife

Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre
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If you care about the issues affecting Canadian wildlife, this podcast is for you. Come behind the scenes at Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre where every month Salthaven volunteer Kathy Mueller chats with wildlife care experts, explores wildlife conservation and how it relates to climate change, and offers tips on steps you can take to protect wildlife right in your own backyard. Together we can keep the wild in wildlife.Contact us at wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org.Podcast artwork by Janice Drysdale. 

  1. FEB 16

    E21 - Co-existing with Coyotes

    "You can't tell me that you love your dog and hate coyotes. They're exactly the same, only one is wild." Where do you stand on the issue of coyotes? Are they curious, family-oriented canines or menaces to people, pets and farm animals? In this episode of Wild About Wildlife you'll hear about bounties put out on coyotes, why open hunting seasons are not the way to control their populations, and tips on how we can co-exist with them. Host Kathy Mueller chats with Bonnie Dell from the Wildlife Rescue Society of Saskatchewan, and Megan Lawrence from Salthaven West.  Resources Wildlife Rescue Society of Saskatchewan Coyote Watch Canada To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre, visit our website: www.salthaven.org. And make sure to follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalthavenWildlife/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salthaven_org/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/salthaven_org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/salthavenontario and now on: Bluesky: @salthavenwildlife.bsky.social Have an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at: wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org

    33 min

  2. JAN 19

    E20_Before the Forest Falls Silent: Why Great Apes Need us Now

    In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, we explore the profound connection between humans and our closest living relatives, the great apes. We delve into the remarkable capacity of gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and bonobos for curiosity, play, and problem-solving—traits that reveal we aren’t as different as we might think. Our guest is Dr. Rick Quinn, a veterinary ophthalmologist from southwestern Ontario whose focus shifted from a successful private practice to the front lines of ape conservation. Tune in to hear:  The moment Dr. Quinn realized these animals are "just like us."How Canadian veterinarians are making a global impact on conservation.The urgent mission to save our closest relatives from extinction. Resources: Docs4GreatApes: website, Facebook, Instagram Gorilla Doctors: website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre, visit our website: www.salthaven.org. And make sure to follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalthavenWildlife/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salthaven_org/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/salthaven_org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/salthavenontario and now on: Bluesky: @salthavenwildlife.bsky.social Have an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at: wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org

    42 min

  3. 2025-12-15

    E19 - Wild About Wildlife Rewind

    Welcome to this special "rewind" of Wild About Wildlife! This month, we look back at some of our most memorable conversations from previous episodes. We're diving into the archives to bring you highlights that showcase groundbreaking technology, dedicated conservation efforts, and inspiring individuals who share our passion for the animal kingdom. In this episode: Beavers & Bytes: Learn how researchers are leveraging artificial intelligence to study beaver behaviour, including how they can be our allies in fighting wildfires. A Closer Look at Bird Banding: We revisit our segment on bird banding, a vital practice for tracking migration patterns, population dynamics, and avian health. Discover how catching, tagging, and releasing birds provides essential data for conservationists. From Heartland to the Wild: A fan favourite interview with actress and animal advocate Amber Marshall, star of the hit TV series Heartland. She shares her experiences working with animals on set and how, in her case, art really is mimicking life! Thank you for listening and being a part of the Wild About Wildlife community! To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre, visit our website: www.salthaven.org. And make sure to follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalthavenWildlife/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salthaven_org/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/salthaven_org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/salthavenontario and now on: Bluesky: @salthavenwildlife.bsky.social Have an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at: wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org

    32 min

  4. 2025-10-13

    E18 - In the forever business of protecting land

    This month we talk with Thames Talbot Land Trust, a non-profit in southwestern Ontario doing amazing work to protect, conserve, and restore nature – not just for today, but for generations to come. They’re thinking long-term, preparing habitats now for wildlife that will relocate here long after we’re gone. Curious about how land conservation really works, and why it matters more than ever? Take a listen and get inspired to protect the places we all value. Thames Talbot Land Trust Hawk Cliff Woods Joany's Woods Nature Conservancy of Canada To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre, visit our website: www.salthaven.org. And make sure to follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalthavenWildlife/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salthaven_org/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/salthaven_org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/salthavenontario and now on: Bluesky: @salthavenwildlife.bsky.social Have an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at: wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org

    29 min

  5. 2025-09-15

    E17 - Root, the Wood Turtle on Wheels

    Meet Root, a wood turtle who happens to be missing a foot. But that hasn’t slowed him down in the slightest! Thanks to some creativity, a few Lego pieces and a dog harness, Root is motoring around. Tune in as Heather McKinnon-Ramshaw and Tessa Biesterfeld from the Museum of Natural History in Halifax, Nova Scotia describe the trials and tribulations of designing the perfect mobility aid for Root, how he took to it, and the one characteristic that sets wood turtles apart from their other prehistoric cousins. Museum of Natural History, Nova Scotia Wood turtles in Ontario Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre Royal Saskatchewan Museum To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre, visit our website: www.salthaven.org. And make sure to follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalthavenWildlife/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salthaven_org/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/salthaven_org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/salthavenontario and now on: Bluesky: @salthavenwildlife.bsky.social Have an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at: wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org

    34 min

  6. 2025-06-16

    E16 - Birds of Summer

    Summer temps will soon be soaring, and our feathered friends will be feeling the heat! Should we help them? We answer that question and explore how you can attract different birds to your yard while keeping so-called bully birds from taking over your feeders!  Host Kathy Mueller is joined by birding expert Jeff Lee from Wild Birds Unlimited who also answers some questions submitted by his customers. Wild Birds Unlimited Bird Friendly London Birds Canada To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre, visit our website: www.salthaven.org. And make sure to follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalthavenWildlife/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salthaven_org/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/salthaven_org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/salthavenontario and now on: Bluesky: @salthavenwildlife.bsky.social Have an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at: wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org

    38 min

  7. 2025-05-19

    E15 - Bird Buddies

    In Canada, up to 42 million birds die every year - not because of cats or being hit by a car - but because they've flown into windows.  In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, host Kathy Mueller is joined by Dr. Brendon Samuels to explore what researchers are doing to help reduce these deaths – and how you can help from your own backyard.   Resources FLAP Canada  Bird Friendly London Western University Sustainable Development Goals iNaturalist Canada Global Bird Collision Mapper Project Feeder Watch Nature Canada To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre, visit our website: www.salthaven.org. And make sure to follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalthavenWildlife/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salthaven_org/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/salthaven_org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/salthavenontario and now on: Bluesky: @salthavenwildlife.bsky.social Have an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at: wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org

    36 min

  8. 2025-04-14

    E14 - Going Green

    It's April and that means Earth Day! That time of year when we're all encouraged to be a little bit more mindful about our behaviour and how it affects Mother Earth. In this episode, host Kathy Mueller explores the steps taken by Salthaven Wildlife over the years to reduce its carbon footprint. Turns out there are a lot of things being done in the clinic that you can adapt in your own home. If you're looking for an Earth Day activity, check out the list below for possible ideas:  EarthFest London London Clean & Green Upper Thames River Conservation Authority And some additional year around resources: Get Involved London Middlesex Centre Pollinator Team David Suzuki Foundation Climate Action London London Environmental Network ReForest London Bird Friendly London Feather Friendly To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre, visit our website: www.salthaven.org. And make sure to follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalthavenWildlife/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salthaven_org/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/salthaven_org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/salthavenontario and now on: Bluesky: @salthavenwildlife.bsky.social Have an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at: wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org

    30 min
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If you care about the issues affecting Canadian wildlife, this podcast is for you. Come behind the scenes at Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre where every month Salthaven volunteer Kathy Mueller chats with wildlife care experts, explores wildlife conservation and how it relates to climate change, and offers tips on steps you can take to protect wildlife right in your own backyard. Together we can keep the wild in wildlife.Contact us at wildaboutwildlife@salthaven.org.Podcast artwork by Janice Drysdale. 

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  • Creator
    Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Wild About Wildlife
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