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Wild About Wildlife

Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre

21 episodes

1 month ago

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 ...

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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 ...

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Episodes (20/21)

Wild About Wildlife

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 ...

1 month ago

29 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

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 prehi...

1 month ago

33 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

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 ...

5 months ago

37 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

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 Mappe...

5 months ago

36 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

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: EarthFe...

7 months ago

29 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E13 - Talking Turtles

Turtles have been around since the age of the dinosaurs and are actually distant relatives. They've done a pretty good job of adapting over the years, except when it comes to adapting to humans. Their slow reproductive rates, combined with human impact, means many turtle species are at risk. Species-at-risk biologist Scott Gillingwater joins host Kathy Mueller in this episode of Wild About Wildlife to talk turtles, the role they play, the threats they face, how you can help, and we'll throw i...

8 months ago

40 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E12 - Chillin' with Bats

What's in your refrigerator? Here at Salthaven Wildlife, if you open our fridge in the winter, you are likely to find a bat or two! Believe it or not, it actually helps these ravenous insect eaters survive our coldest months. Curious about how it works? In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, host Kathy Mueller chats with two of Salthaven's bat experts, Natalia Slipak, Clinic Manager for Salthaven West in Regina, Saskatchewan, and Megan Clark, a member of Salthaven's Bat Squad in Ontari...

8 months ago

39 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E11 - Frosty Feathers: How to help birds survive winter

While the rest of us are trying to work off the extra pounds we put on over the holidays, birds are needing to add weight if they hope to survive the cold Canadian winter. In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, host Kathy Mueller sits down with Jeff Lee, a self-proclaimed “bird nerd” and manager at Wild Birds Unlimited in London to shares his insights and expertise on how we can support our feathered friends during the chillier months. Wild Birds Unlimited London To learn more about Sal...

10 months ago

44 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E10 - Gotta Keep 'em Educated

Let’s face it, we’ve all had to sit through a boring presentation or two, but at Salthaven Wildlife, we promise you – our presentations are anything but dull! In this episode, host Kathy Mueller sits down with Salthaven founder Brian Salt to chat about the exciting and engaging wildlife presentations Salthaven offers. Whether in-person or virtual, these talks are anything but ordinary – and there’s always a special guest making an appearance! Brian shares how Salthaven tailors each presentati...

11 months ago

34 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E9 - Beavers and AI

For over 7 million years, beavers have been nature’s architects, building dams and shaping wetlands across Canada - long before artificial intelligence was even a concept! In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, we explore how researchers are harnessing AI to identify these engineering marvels and better understand the vital role beavers – and their dams – play in mitigating disasters like wildfires. Our guest is Dr. Emily Fairfax, Assistant Professor of Geography at the University of ...

1 year ago

40 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E8 - Salthaven West Celebrates a Milestone

Salthaven West is the only wildlife rehab centre serving southern Saskatchewan and this year, this small but ever growing clinic is celebrating a decade of making a difference in the lives of wildlife. Listen in as we dive into their plans for a major expansion, explore the diverse wildlife they care for (more than 1,400 patients annually!) and discuss the vital role of education in wildlife conservation. To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre, visit our...

1 year ago

32 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E7 - In Conversation with Amber Marshall - Part 3

Breathing under water. Being able to teleport yourself with a snap of your finger. Talking to animals? What’s the one superpower you wish you had? In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, host Kathy Mueller discovers what super power Amber Marshall, former Salthaven volunteer and star of the CBC series Heartland, wishes she had. But first, the conversation picks up where we left off in part 2 – and working with animals that do not want to cooperate. On the set of Heartland, it’s mainly horses....

1 year ago

36 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E7 - In Conversation with Amber Marshall - Part 2

Did you know that like human actors, horses also have body doubles? In this episode, host Kathy Mueller continues her conversation with Amber Marshall, star of the CBC series Heartland. If you like horses, you'll want to tune in. Amber talks about the vibe horses bring to the set, whether she identifies with her character Amy Fleming, and the insecurity of working in the television industry. Amber has been around animals her entire life. As a teenager growing up in London, she volunteere...

1 year ago

22 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E7 - In Conversation with Amber Marshall - Part 1

Our special guest is London native Amber Marshall, former Salthaven volunteer and star of the long-running hit CBC series Heartland. Our conversation lasted almost two hours so we've broken it up in a few episodes! In Part 1, Amber reminisces about her time at Salthaven as a teenager, why she decided not to become a veterinarian, and how she was able to merge her two passions - animals and acting. Amber Marshall Stream Heartland for free To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilita...

1 year ago

22 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E6 - Help! I've found an animal - Part 2

In Part 2 of Help! I've Found an Animal, host Kathy Mueller continues her conversation with two expert wildlife rehabbers from Salthaven's team about when to intervene and help an animal, and when to let nature take its course. The discussion focuses on turtles, baby deer, geese, raptors, opossums and raccoons. For information on birds, bunnies, and squirrels, tune in to Part 1 of Help! I've Found an Animal. To learn more about Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre,...

1 year ago

19 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E6 - Help! I've found an animal - Part 1

Spring has sprung and that means lots of wildlife babies. But what should you do if you stumble upon a tiny creature in need? How can you tell if it actually needs a helping hand? In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, host Kathy Mueller chats with two experts from Salthaven's team. They share tips on how to manage birds, squirrels and bunnies and, if you have to handle them, how to do it safely. Handy resources: National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association Mike Hensen, photojournalist...

1 year ago

21 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E5 - Going Batty at Salthaven

What comes to mind when you hear the word “bats”? Do you automatically think about Hollywood horror movies or are you reminded of the important role these flying mammals play in our eco-system? In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, host Kathy Mueller chats with two volunteer members of Salthaven Wildlife’s Bat Squad about the bad rap bats get and why we should all be installing bat boxes and encouraging them to live in our communities. Canadian Wildlife Federation - Report a bat sig...

1 year ago

35 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E4 - Volunteering at Salthaven Wildlife

If you love animals and are willing to get dirty (there's a lot of poop!), volunteering at Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre might be the perfect fit for you! From working hands-on with wildlife to helping out with maintenance, in the garden or as one of our official photographers, there are many ways to support Salthaven and give back to the community at the same time. In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, Salthaven volunteer and host Kathy Mueller chats with Lorrie ...

1 year ago

29 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E3 - Migration and Banding

In this episode, we look at a new bird banding program at Salthaven West, discuss why it's important to band birds, and the simple thing you can do at home to help protect the bird population. Birds Canada Report a bird band FLAP - Fatal Light Awareness Program 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....

1 year ago

32 minutes

Wild About Wildlife

E2 - Springtime at Salthaven

At Salthaven Wildlife, we’re receiving baby wildlife earlier in the season and are noticing a shift in the arrival times of migratory species. In this episode of Wild About Wildlife, host Kathy Mueller sits down with operations manager Mel Paterak to discuss how climate change is impacting wildlife and how that’s having a knock-on effect on staff and volunteers at Salthaven. You also won't want to miss this episode's patient story, about a garter snake that was hit by a lawnmower and the st...

2 years ago

29 minutes