Wildlife Shelter Support Center — WSSC

Protecting Wildlife, One Life at a Time

We are a dedicated wildlife care facility committed to rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing injured and orphaned animals — while advancing global veterinary education and conservation.

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500+Animals Cared For
12+Species Supported
24/7Emergency Care
GlobalConservation Reach
"We believe every wild animal deserves a chance to live free. Our mission is not just to heal — it is to restore, to protect, and to ensure the next generation of wildlife thrives."
Our Mission

Project Goals

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World-Class Animal Kitchen

We are building a modern, fully equipped kitchen designed to handle the preparation of all animal diets under one roof. The facility will feature a walk-in refrigerator and freezer, see-through storage cabinets, dedicated prep zones for bears and all other species, and triple-sink sanitation stations to meet the highest care standards.

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Advanced Animal Infirmary

Our new infirmary will be integrated directly with the animal commissary to streamline care. It will include a large-access garage for bigger animals, a state-of-the-art hydraulic surgical lift system, a biosecure wing for infection control, and a dedicated workstation for our Head Veterinarian.

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Staff Hub & Overnight Facility

A central "middle space" will connect the infirmary and commissary, housing keeper workstations for record keeping, a full all-staff break room, and comfortable overnight accommodations with two private restrooms — ensuring our team is fully supported during rescue seasons and weather emergencies.

Expanding Our Capabilities

The New Animal Clinic

The Wildlife Shelter Support Center is embarking on one of the most significant expansions in our history — a comprehensive new Animal Clinic designed to meet the rapidly growing demands of our wildlife care and veterinary programs.

This state-of-the-art facility will not only elevate the standard of care for our resident animals but will open new doors to rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured and orphaned wildlife back into their natural habitats.

Beyond local impact, we are building a world-class hub where wildlife care professionals and veterinarians from across the globe can come to exchange knowledge, undergo specialized training, and contribute meaningfully to international conservation efforts.

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Surgical Suite

Hydraulic lift/table system to safely perform complex surgeries on animals of all sizes, including large mammals.

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Large-Access Entry

Wide garage-style entry doors to safely transport large animals directly into the clinical space with minimal stress.

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Biosecurity Wing

A separate, controlled-access wing ensures strict infection control and protects both staff and resident animals.

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Global Training Center

Purpose-built spaces to host international veterinary training, workshops, and wildlife medicine collaboration.

Make a Difference

Help Raise Funds for the New Animal Clinic

We are beyond excited to get this project underway. Your generosity directly fuels our ability to provide life-saving care, expand rescue operations, and build a future where wildlife and people thrive together.

Fundraising Progress 41% Raised
$41,000 raisedGoal: $100,000

With growing demands in our animal care department — both in husbandry and veterinary care — we are proud and energized to be expanding our facilities. I am deeply grateful to be part of a passionate, driven team that shares the same vision for wildlife conservation.

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Sarah HowardExecutive Director, WSSC

This expansion will allow us to provide cutting-edge medical care for our resident animals while contributing to wildlife health on a global scale. It will serve as a premier destination for veterinary professionals seeking to collaborate, train, and advance wildlife medicine worldwide.

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Dr. Michelle OakleyHead Veterinarian, WSSC
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💬 WhatsApp: +1 (587) 885-7304

Mailing Address: Susan Ortiz — 11135 Mayflower Rd, Spring Hill, FL 34608
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