Wild Heart Ranch is located in Claremore, Oklahoma. We provide medical or infant support to any indigenous wild animal in need of assistance and release it into suitable wild habitat once care is completed.

Helpful Numbers & Links

Assistance in our area for all animals from people who try to make a difference.

Please do not forget that all of the individuals listed below who rescue animals do so with their own money and resources. Donations are important to keep these people going. Thank you.

Dog and/or Cat Rescues

  • Oklahoma Animal Welfare Association
    We cover the whole state of OklahomaWe take in cats, dogs, birds, small critters, reptiles, and farm animals. - wildlife and large exotics are referred out to those with the proper licenses.Intakes and Adoptions are done by appointment only.
    Phone number: (918) 245-7387
  • Beagle Rescue & Exotic bird rescue
    Operated by Marilyn & Jack Mitchell located in Big Cabin, Oklahoma, Coastline Pet Supply also offers Pet Grooming and Obedience Training.
    Phone Number: (918) 706-8412
  • Mastiff Rescue
    Deb Butkus, located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Rescues English, Bullmastiffs, Neapolitan, French.
    Email Address: debbutkus@hotmail.com
  • Heartland Great Dane Rescue, Inc.
    We work with shelters to rescue Great Danes in need and will also work with individuals as space allows. We always have Danes available and looking for homes.
    Email contact prefered: mjcates@cox.net
    Phone Number: Jan Cates - (405) 260-0026
    Phone Number: Scott Thornton - (405) 694-3208
  • RockySpot Rescue, Inc.
    Specializing in the Dalmatian breed and breed mixes
    PO Box 98, Newcastle, OK
    Phone Number: (405) 699-7358
  • Oklahoma Beagle Rescue
    Chuck Crawford, PO Box 6201, Norman, Oklahoma 73070
    Phone Number: (405) 227-9879

All Species and conditions of Wildlife including birds, predators & raptors

  • Annette & Robbie Tucker (me)
    (State and Federal)
    Phone Number: (918) 341-9629
  • Julie Miller-Enid
    (State and Federal)
    Phone Number: (580) 446-5679

Most other wild animals

  • Racquel Ringling
    Mayes County, (Temporarily Closed)
  • Gail Jackson
    Specialty: Squirrels, Rabbits, Fawns, Opossums
    Owasso County
    Phone Number: (918) 519-9802 or (918) 274-9055
  • Kurt and Patti Beckelman
    Verdigris animal rehab facility
    Phone Number: (918) 266 8804 or (918) 850-5042
  • Lori Darcy
    Seqoyah County
    Phone Number: (918) 773-5031
  • Renita Griffin
    Wagoner County
    Phone Number: (918) 482-2376 or (918) 231-1226
  • Dan Eiler
    Manford-South Tulsa County
    Phone Number: (918) 369-3769
  • Cheryl Campuzano
    Sapulpa County
    Phone Number: (918) 322-5339
  • Linda Upton
    Sapulpa County
    Phone Number: (918) 245-8756

Wildlife Specialties

  • Fawns
    Deb Crater, Broken Arrow County
    Phone Number: (918) 366-9897
  • Raptors and opossums only
    Kathy Siftar, Broken Arrow County
    Phone Number: (918) 455-6627
  • Raccoons
    Carol Mcgraph, Jenks County
    Phone Number: (918) 299-4014
  • Squirrels
    Stephanie Yuill, Tulsa County
    Phone Number: (918) 254-7870
  • Squirrels & Rabbits
    Tammy Moree, Owasso/Claremore County
    Phone Number: (918) 272-1093 or (918) 341-5608
  • Bat Expert
    Marilyn Murphy, Tulsa County
    Phone Number: (918) 663-3858 or (918) 663-3849

Domestic Animal Rescuers

  • A Horse Rescue in Rogers County
    Angel Horse Rescue, Inc, Inola
    Phone Number: (918) 607-5983
  • Cows, horses, goats & pigs
    Amy Simerly
    Phone Number: (918) 283-1548 or (918) 698-1508
  • Domestic ducks, geese, guinnies, goats, turkeys
    Jan Patterson, Beggs County
    Phone Number: (918) 267-4955
  • Farm animals
    April Heeland, Claremore County
    Phone Number: (918) 343-2045
  • Farm animals
    Darla & Daniel Krug, Tiawah County
    Phone Number: (918) 740-0789

Exotic Animal Rescues

  • Non USDA or Commercial animals
    Verdigris animal rehab facility, Kurt and Patti Beckelman, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
    Phone Number: (918) 266-8804 or (918) 850-5042
  • Exotic birds & reptiles only
    Darla & Daniel Krug, Tiawah area
    Phone Number: (918) 740-0789
  • Permit for any exotics
    Safaris Sanctuary, Broken Arrow
    Phone Number: (918) 357-5683 or (918) 357-5079
  • Permit for any exotics
    Tiger Safari Park, Tuttle Oklahoma
    Phone Number: (918) 414-9365
  • Exotic Birds only
    Brandon Sams
    Phone Number: (918) 282-1479
  • Exotic Birds only
    Barbara Dauder
    Phone Number: (918) 425-1374
  • Exotic Birds
    Debbie Hendryx, Washington, Tulsa, Rogers, Osage and Nowata counties
    Phone Number: (918) 361-9153 or (918) 396-4189

Wolf Rescue (at large or shelter. No owner turnovers)

  • Rhonda
    Phone Number: (918) 289-7051
  • Karen
    Phone Number: (918) 607-2623
  • Terry
    Phone Number: (918) 629-9139
  • Debbie Hendryx
    Has room for one wolf mix
    Phone Number: (918) 361-9153 or (918) 396-4189
  • Freedom's Song Wolf Rescue and Sanctuary
    We rescue wolves & wolfdogs, and provide them a place of safety, love and care.
    2608 W Kenosha, Box 324, Broken Arrow, OK 74012
    Phone Number: (918) 607-2623 or (918) 629-9139

Awesome Veteranarians who also support care for wildlife

  • DVM Lesleigh Cash Warren
    Hooves Paws and Claws, large and small animal clinic in Claremore (across from Wal Mart)
    Phone Number: (918) 342-1509
  • DVM Paul Welch
    Forrest Trails, Tulsa at 101st and Sheridan
    Phone Number: (918) 299-8448

Rehab Supplies

  • The Squirrel Store
    The Squirrel Store was created to provide convenient, one-stop shopping for all your squirrel needs. I'm always trying to find new things to add to the store whether it be squirrel gift items or squirrel food.

People we recommend for professional services

  • Jonathon Roark-Sentinel Communications
    Phone Number: (918) 853-2421
  • Linden Tree Home Pet Care and Basic Manners Classes
    Phone Number: (918) 343-2177
  • Scott Troy Attorney at Law
    Phone Number: (918) 585-3721
  • Dog Grooming & Boarding
    Waggin Tails, Racquel Ringling, Pryor, (Temporarily Closed)
  • House Cleaning
    Debbie Sutton, Claremore Area
    Phone Number: (918) 341-6083
  • Residential Window Tinting
    Adam Douglas, Claremore/Tulsa Area
    Phone Number: (918) 521-5625
  • Website Design, Hosting and Administration
    This guy is good! He's the guy that designed and maintains our beautiful website.
    He also does all the graphics. Whenever I need to change or add something I just send him an email and he makes it happen. I highly recommend him if you want a professional website without the hassle of maintaining it.
    Dave Pettigrew, Web Designer, Netfrontage
    Email: pettigrewd@lexcominc.net
    Phone Number: (336) 798-2004

Trappers and nuisance wildlife

Under Current Oklahoma State Law, wildlife rehabilitators cannot trap and relocate nuisance wildlife unless they carry a trapping permit, which most of us do not.

We recommend Ned Bruha, aka "The Skunk Whisperer" of Total Wildlife Control for our area. Ned DOES NOT needlessly kill wildlife. It matters!

www.totalwildlifecontrol.com

Oklahoma City Area: (877) 423-9453
Tulsa Area: (918) 261-4444

"Humane Wildlife Removal & Prevention, Done Right The First Time."

Wild Animal Care Advice

If you have come to this page looking for assistance with a wild animal you have found, I am here to help. I believe that one of the most important duties of a licensed rehabilitator is to offer compassionate and patient instruction to anyone who is attempting to save a life. As you may know, it might be illigal in your State for you to care for this animal. It may not be wise to keep it, but to seek professional care through a local licensed rehabilitator. No amount of instruction can replace the experience that can save this life. Contact your local sherrif's dept for a game warden or veteranarian to find a proper and legal facility.

Now then, there are always times when there is nobody to take in and care for this creature. That is how I got started. If you are willing to do the work, I am most willing to help you. This little animal's care is my FIRST concern. I will help in any way I can.

THAT out of the way, I prefer you call me directly at this point. I am available 24 hours a day, every day to assist you. Yes, I could list step by step instructions here, but I would like to encourage over the phone contact. There may be things missed here that I can only find out by talking to you. My phone number is (918) 341-9629.

If you can't reach me immediately, leave a message. I WILL call you back. I have a lot of animals to attend, but I check for messages constantly.

Now, basic initial instructions until that time. Keep in mind that these apply to MOST orphan situations. If it doesn't make sense, use your best judgment.

Your animal is going through some intense stress having been rescued by a human. Within this creatures instincts, you are the predator and have captured him. He is most likely NOT calm and still. He is frozen in fear, or worse, has given up. Time to remove the stress ASAP.

A dark box, container, ANYTHING that will remove sight and as much sound as possible and still allow him to breathe, prepare it with a clean towel, rags, socks, anything to give this animal something to snuggle and hide in. If the baby feels cold to the touch, it needs a heat source. A heat pad on low, under HALF the container can be used, or a heat lamp. Make sure the area warmed for the baby is not much warmer than your arm pit.

Do not feed or water anything until you talk to someone that knows exactly what to do. Water can kill birds if not properly given, and ANY procedure to wildlife while under extreme stress can be deadly. Remember, less is more on the first day.

Improper diet is a BIG problem. Like all wildlife centers, we take in dozens of sick animals every year who were healthy when initially found. These animals have STRICT dietary needs, especially as infants. Milk for human consumption is NEVER an option. Goat milk works great for fawns, but small mammals need formulas that are relatively inexpensive considering the price they will pay if they dont get what they need. Never guess on feeding. Wait to hear from me, again my phone number is (918) 341-9629 or e-mail the wildlife experts at wildlifecaresupport@egroups.com.

I love my job and I am here for anyone who needs to know what I know. Thanks for being responsible and compassionate and looking for assistance.

Sincerely,

Annette King-Tucker