White-Tailed Fawn

WAIT! Fawns are one of the most commonly kidnapped wild animal!
Please don’t remove a fawn from where you found them—read this first!

Deer are incredible mothers, and our goal is always to keep babies with their mom. It’s completely normal to find a fawn curled up in your yard, garden, or even by your front door! Why? Because mom intentionally hides her baby near human activity—predators are less likely to approach noisy or busy areas.

You might wonder: Why does mom leave them alone?
Fawns are born scentless, which protects them from predators. But mom does have a scent—so she only returns briefly, twice a day, at dawn and dusk, to feed her baby. Most people will never see her come and go.

👉 So when should you be concerned?

Call a licensed wildlife rehabilitator if:

• Flies are circling the fawn

• The fawn is crying nonstop for hours

• They were attacked by a domestic or wild animal

• They are approaching people or trying to suckle on hands

• They are lying flat out instead of tucked/curled in

• The fur on their head is sticking up, ears are curled, or temples are sunken—these may be signs of dehydration and distress.
  

⚠️ Your scent alone can put the fawn at risk. Never touch a fawn unless instructed by a licensed rehabber or veterinarian.

Please don’t kidnap wildlife.
When in doubt—call a professional first.
You could be saving, not just one life, but a family.

While you wait to hear from a rehabilitator:

• If you see blood, maggots, or an open wound, wait to hear from us. Attempting to secure a fawn on your own can be dangerous for you and the fawn.

• Do NOT attempt to feed or give water. This can cause serious harm or even death.

• If you're unsure whether the animal is injured or orphaned, do not move them. Observing from a distance is often best.

• Avoid causing unnecessary stress. Do not pet, cuddle, or try to comfort wild animals — human interaction can be fatal.

If you have a wildlife emergency please send a text message and attach a photo to: 845-558-7931