Cedar Run is beyond thankful for our Wildlife Rehabilitators. We have 3 federally licensed wildlife rehabilitators that work full time in our Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital. A federally licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator is someone who has completed an apprenticeship to acquire training on the specific species which they intend to work with and is granted a permit from the government that allows them to legally rehabilitate that species. A Wildlife Rehabilitator is an expert in what the wild species need to survive physically, mentally, and behaviorally. Our Wildlife Rehabilitators see over 150 different species that they are experts in treating.
In order to obtain these permits, the Wildlife Rehabilitator is required to have an agreement with a Veterinarian who works alongside them to help meet the medical needs of these wild patients. Veterinarians are legally not allowed to rehabilitate native wild animals without working in conjunction with a Wildlife Rehabilitator, other than providing basic triage.
Meet Our Team
Lori Swanson, Director of Wildlife Rehabilitation, has been with Cedar Run for over 16 years as a dedicated and trusted individual to our native wildlife and community here in South Jersey. Lori’s hard work and compassion for our wildlife and organization shines through each day as we are able to help thousands of lives each year.
Kelsey Lawler, Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital Supervisor, has been with Cedar Run for over 8 years. Kelsey’s dedication to Cedar Run and New Jersey native wildlife goes beyond a 9-5 job for her. She truly believes in our mission and impacts the lives of thousands each year.
Heather Evans, the Assistant Director of Wildlife Rehabilitation and Volunteer Coordinator, has been with Cedar Run for over 7 years. Her experience, heart and compassion for the work we do has influenced hundreds of volunteers and interns, as well as help thousands of native wildlife return home to the wild.
Wildlife Rehabilitators and Veterinarians work hand-in-hand for the care of our wildlife
Learn how both professions work together and contribute to the treatment and care for wild animals in need to ensure the best chance for survival in the wild.
WE TRULY COULD NOT DO THIS WORK WITHOUT THEM. WE ARE SO THANK FUL AND PROUD OF OUR TEAM!
