Rescue and rehab for waterfowl, raptors, reptiles, songbirds, and more. Fueled by compassion and community support.https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwu7olzx6a24⚠️ Content warning: Some of the photos we share may be disturbing. We are responding to a severe animal-hoarding case involving an estimated more than 800 birds—chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese, and pigeons. Many are in severe distress after being left without adequate food or water. Many have died,02 Oct 2026 01:25 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwu7olzx6a24https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwstkfrmwa25Now you can find the book Feed Me! at Backyard Birds in Matthews, NC. We’re excited to see CWR’s book among the many treasures at this charming, family-owned shop. #CarolinaWaterfowlRescue #BackyardBirds #MatthewsNC #ShopLocal #BirdLovers01 Oct 2026 12:15 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwstkfrmwa25https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwrkhzrsjn25In Loving Memory of Beda Helms 🕊️ We are saddened to share the passing of Beda Lou Trenning-Helms, a longtime friend and supporter of Carolina Waterfowl Rescue. Over the years, Beda cared deeply about our work and the animals who come through our doors. https://www.gordonfuneralservice.com/obituaries/beda-trenning-helms01 Oct 2026 00:00 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwrkhzrsjn25https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwqc7j7hir25CWR’s towels are going on another unexpected journey—to the laundromat. 🧺 The volume of laundry produced by a busy animal rescue is simply too much for residential washers and dryers, even those labeled “heavy duty.” They are not designed to run constantly, and breakdowns have become a regular prob30 Sep 2026 12:00 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwqc7j7hir25https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwnrxix3uh2x🪿 He Flew Home. This morning, we received the kind of message wildlife rehabilitators dream about. In late 2024, Canada goose #2024-5413 came to Carolina Waterfowl Rescue with a terrible broken leg. After treatment and rehabilitation, he recovered and was eventually released back into the wild.29 Sep 2026 12:04 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwnrxix3uh2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwmquntyxd25We’re feeding the birds on Tiktok Live: Tuesday 9/29 at 9:30am ET. Meet the flock at the Carolina Waterfowl Rescue! https://www.tiktok.com/@waterfowlrescue29 Sep 2026 02:12 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwmquntyxd25https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwls766kpd2vYuca is a young, affectionate Bearded Dragon, who is absolutely ready to find a new best friend! Could that be you? Email adopt@cwrescue.org for more information!28 Sep 2026 17:03 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwls766kpd2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwlbhoxg2n27When people think about animal rescue, they often picture the exciting moments—the rescue, the recovery, and the release. But those extraordinary moments depend on hundreds of ordinary jobs happening behind the scenes. Every day, we wash loads and loads of towels used for medical care, bedding, cl28 Sep 2026 12:03 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwlbhoxg2n27https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwiqxcqmkz25Laurel Millaci Assistant Director & Songbird Program Supervisor Laurel Millaci serves as Assistant Director and Songbird Program Supervisor at Carolina Waterfowl Rescue, where her role reaches into nearly every corner of the organization. From overseeing the rescue’s baby bird program and supportin27 Sep 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwiqxcqmkz25https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwgajikyde2eHello, dear reader. I’m a towel. Yes, you read that correctly—a towel. 🧺 I once lived a quiet, predictable life, neatly folded in a guest bathroom. Then one day, I was donated to Carolina Waterfowl Rescue—and everything changed. Now I help warm frightened animals, dry wet feathers, cushion injure26 Sep 2026 12:03 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwgajikyde2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mweaoucw4527Every Friday, we share a new animal fun fact from the CWR Learning Center! 🦎💛 This week’s featured animal: Bearded Dragons! Did you know bearded dragons communicate with head bobs? A slow bob can be a sign of submission, while faster, more pronounced bobbing may signal dominance or territorial beh25 Sep 2026 17:01 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mweaoucw4527https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwe4u42gyx24🐷 LESTER NEEDS A HOME! 🏡 Look at that face. ❤️ This handsome little guy is Lester, a pot-bellied pig coming to us from animal control, and he desperately needs a permanent home. Lester didn’t choose to end up without a family. Unfortunately, pigs can be incredibly difficult to place once they ente25 Sep 2026 15:52 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwe4u42gyx24https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mwb7mo4qsu2p🐐🦢 **Every job needs a supervisor!** Brianna was busy moving some of our goats today, and Whooper the swan made sure everything was being done to his standards. 😂 Apparently, no livestock relocation happens around here without proper swan supervision! And speaking of goats… **we have some VERY swe24 Sep 2026 12:04 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwb7mo4qsu2phttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mw6p4psch42k🛒 It’s Wishlist Wednesday! Here are a few of our current needs: 🥬 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗳𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝘀 are always needed 𝗖𝗵𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗵𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲 for sanitizing and biosecurity 🪶 Amazon Wish List - a.co/0csoZyf3 🪶 Chewy Wishlist - https://www.chewy.com/g/carolina-waterfowl-rescue_b90302552#wish-list&wishlistsortby=DEFAULT23 Sep 2026 12:03 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw6p4psch42khttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mw25525pmk2wHelp! We are completely out of paper towels! If you can help us out check out our Amazon wishlist. a.co/0csoZyf321 Sep 2026 16:30 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw25525pmk2whttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvx6fcdipt23Reese Filipek is a Level 1 Rehabber at Carolina Waterfowl Rescue and a senior Biology student at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with plans to pursue veterinary school. After joining CWR as an intern in 2025, Reese became a Shift Lead before transitioning into rehabilitation20 Sep 2026 12:15 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvx6fcdipt23https://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvvsc4yd572fEddie wanted to reach out and give you guys an update on his condition. He is doing great healing and he thanks his team at NC State for helping him along. He felt good enough to play a game of on the tail on the donkey today!19 Sep 2026 23:06 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvvsc4yd572fhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvvekhgfvg2u🐔 Big Mama has something to say about snack time. At the rescue, caring for hundreds of animals means providing the right food every single day—from specialized diets to little treats like these mealworms. That’s rescue care.19 Sep 2026 19:00 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvvekhgfvg2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvsnkpr7cn2mEvery Friday, we share a new animal fun fact from the CWR Learning Center! 🐦💛 This week’s featured animal: American Goldfinches! Follow the CWR Learning Center on Facebook for more animal facts and fascinating insights! Explore: www.facebook.com/cwrlearning18 Sep 2026 17:03 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvsnkpr7cn2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvpmjrv37z2n**He was attacked with a shovel.** And he suffered for quite a while before someone finally found him and brought him to us. This is a copperhead. His eye has been crushed. His jaw has been crushed. We don't know exactly how long he lay there suffering, but we know it wasn't quick.17 Sep 2026 12:07 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvpmjrv37z2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvnwj5za2r2fCome meet Jonas the turkey at Backyard Birds! 🦃 Saturday, Sept 19, 11am-1pm in Matthews, NC. Snap a photo with him and browse the shop's unique gifts while supporting wildlife rescue. Hope to see you there! 📍1819 Matthews Township Pkwy #CarolinaWaterfowlRescue #BackyardBirds16 Sep 2026 20:00 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvnwj5za2r2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvn3uebej62w🛒 It’s Wishlist Wednesday! Here are a few of our current needs: 🥬 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗳𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝘀 are always needed 𝗖𝗵𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗵𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲 for sanitizing and biosecurity 🪶 Amazon Wish List - a.co/0csoZyf3 🪶 Chewy Wishlist - https://www.chewy.com/g/carolina-waterfowl-rescue_b90302552#wish-list&wishlistsortby=DEFAULT16 Sep 2026 12:03 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvn3uebej62whttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvkypismwo2rPatreon: because Ace demands Michelin Star meals, and honestly who are we to tell her no? Scoot on over to our Patreon and subscribe to one of our membership tiers! 🐓🦚🦜🐦‍⬛ https://www.patreon.com/waterfowlrescue?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator15 Sep 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvkypismwo2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvkmis2bvt2mYou never know when a day will one of those days in rescue that you never forget. 🦆❤️ We took in this sweet girl named Weezy, as an owner surrender after she had been attacked by a predator. Her injuries were severe, and by the time she came to us, her wing had developed gangrene. we made the diffi15 Sep 2026 12:23 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvkmis2bvt2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mviawq6j4b2rCaptain wanted to say thank you to everyone who send him love when he wasn't feeling good. He's definitely having a good day today and enjoying all of his treats. You just have to appreciate the good when you have it :)14 Sep 2026 13:50 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mviawq6j4b2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvfqzay47u2p🛁 Bath time for Biscuit & Gravy! It may look like two very spoiled, very plump geese enjoying a spa day… but this is what rescue care looks like. Clean feathers. Fresh water. A safe place to rest. And plenty of hands-on care. It’s the difference between simply surviving and being cared for. 🪿13 Sep 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvfqzay47u2phttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvd2njftn32g**Sometimes rescue isn't about saving an animal. Sometimes it's about making sure they feel safe.** This is Captain. I've had him for a very long time. Long enough that he knows me, trusts me, and knows that when I pick him up, he's safe. Captain is getting old. He's developed arthritis and some12 Sep 2026 12:15 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvd2njftn32ghttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mvb24vvrzf2wEvery Friday, we share a new animal fun fact from the CWR Learning Center! 🦚💛 This week’s featured animal: Peacocks! Follow the CWR Learning Center on Facebook for more animal facts and fascinating insights! Explore: www.facebook.com/cwrlearning11 Sep 2026 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvb24vvrzf2whttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mv67ofgsxa2xYou like our free stuff? Imagine how much better it gets when you throw a dollar at it. Scoot on over to our Patreon to check out exclusive content. Membership tiers start at $1 per month 🐓🐦‍⬛🪿🦃🦜🦆🐣 https://www.patreon.com/waterfowlrescue?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator10 Sep 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv67ofgsxa2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/cwrescue.bsky.social/post/3mv3ikrrngs2m🛒 It’s Wishlist Wednesday! Here are a few of our current needs: 🥬 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗳𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝘀 are always needed 𝗖𝗵𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗵𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲 for sanitizing and biosecurity 🪶 Amazon Wish List - a.co/0csoZyf3 🪶 Chewy Wishlist - https://www.chewy.com/g/carolina-waterfowl-rescue_b90302552#wish-list&wishlistsortby=DEFAULT09 Sep 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:fphl6af7zh7j3byd5whe62dg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv3ikrrngs2m