North Sky Raptor Sanctuary holds numerous permits from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service to work with migratory birds, manage threatened and endangered species, and maintain educational ambassador raptors and specimens. 

Our patients come from a variety of sources: D.N.R. Officers, local veterinary clinics, 911 calls, the National Park Service, and local residents who have found a bird in need of assistance.

Our primary goal is the release of healthy and fully conditioned raptors back into the wild.

Our services typically begin with our network of trained volunteers and transporters who assist with the rescue and transportation of potential patients. Skilled staff will then complete an intake exam (screening for injuries, parasites, overall health, and any potential disease) which often includes lead testing, blood samples, and any lab work necessary for a proper diagnoses.

Patients will then be assigned treatment. This may consist of any combination of fluid therapy, thermal regulation, diet administration, surgery, physical therapy, feather imping, medications, lead chelation, skill development, and physical reconditioning. We are also fortunate to have a number of veterinary partners, who generously aid our efforts by providing valued resources such as radiology, surgery, and medications.

Once treatment is completed, patients are moved to an outdoor enclosure for strength and cardiovascular reconditioning. This step is crucial for ensuring their successful reintroduction to the wild!

The financial demands associated with the rehabilitation of raptors is significant and varies greatly depending on the treatment needed and the length of recovery. Our organization receives no financial support from state or federal agencies, and receives the majority of the funding needed to carry out these life saving services from private donors JUST LIKE YOU.

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