Sunshine Haven Wildlife Rehabilitation - Riverside, California

chelsea S.

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I can’t thank Karolyn enough for her kindness, knowledge, and care. I found a baby nestling crow in my yard with no safe way to leave it overnight—it surely would not have survived. I called so many places, and Karolyn was the first person who truly listened and guided me with compassion. She’s an absolute angel, dedicating herself to helping all kinds of animals in need. If you’re able to, please consider donating to support her incredible work. She’s truly amazing, and the world needs more people like her.

Jay D.

There was a post about 4 weeks ago that a person called and nobody picked up the phone. What time did you call them? Sunshine Haven receives calls between the hours of 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Over the last decade, I have brought Sunshine Haven injured wild animals. The staff are professional and knowledgeable about treating animal injuries. The facility is fully licensed and certified.

Sunshine Haven is a volunteer operation. Please realize that tending to the animals is paramount and requires most of their time and attention, so they only take calls between 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Please keep in mind the animals they receive are wild, not domestic, and you must make an appointment to drop off an animal.

Sunshine Haven is more than an animal rehabilitation facility. Because wildlife rehabilitation centers receive and diagnose animals with diseases, they are our first line of defense against Rabies, Avian Influenza, Hanta Virus and a litany of other diseases.

Please support Sunshine Haven with your donations; every little bit will help.

Thank you Sunshine Haven for your beneficial service to our community.

Jay De Angelo

R W.

I am so thankful for her help with an injured hummingbird that was lying lifeless on the ground after hitting the glass door. This place was so awesome, I can’t say thank you enough for your help. She has a huge heart and deep knowledge of the wildlife she cares for. She has multiple animals she is caring for, and does this out of the kindness of her heart. I absolutely recommend

Paulah M.

CALL FIRST!!
DO NOT SHOW UP WITHOUT CALLING!!
THIS IS A PRIVATE RESIDENCE - YOU WILL BE DENIED ACCESS AND THE POLICE MAY BE CALLED.
Do NOT SHOW UP WITH ANIMALS YOU MUST CALL FIRST.
This is a temporary location at a private residence. You are not welcome there without an appointment.
IF YOU CANNOT REACH US, CALL YOUR LOCAL ANIMAL CONTROL AGENCY.
THIS IS NON-NEGOTIABLE

Starr

My cat had a baby bunny/rabbit in his mouth and I saved it. I called countless, numerous of times to see if they can come get it and not one time did someone pick up the phone. I was trying to keep it here until Monday, I kept the baby bunny overnight and it died about an hour ago.

Rebecca D.

Literally one of the best places EVER! This is a non profit organization so they pay out of their own pocket for everything and it's on their own time!! There is only 1 person who works here (occasionally a 2nd) and she's absolutely amazing! She knows everything about everything!!! If you have questions about all the wild critters around here, believe me she knows the answer! The house is hard to find. It's between houses (drive slow), look at the mailbox. It's a long driveway. She can't always answer the phone because she's doing this all alone. Honestly idk how she does it! There are so many sweet animals there and she has a regular job too and does this! So, if she doesn't answer, just go. She's super kind and sweet lady! Don't read this bad review down here .... almost annoying to read because I know all this lady does. And you don't pay for it either! The person with the bad review....pay for the lady's phone bill if you don't like it sheesh. The animals she has are VERY well taken care of too! This lady has a dang heart of gold! No joke!
My first experience was, I called and nobody answered and I just showed up and she let me in the gate (no questions asked)and she was with another person with a baby possum (that's why she couldn't answer, she's only 1 person she's not cloned and not a robot). I patiently waited my turn and she helped me right after. SHE SPEAKS FLUENT SPANISH, FLUENT ENGLISH AND FLUENT FRENCH! please please donate if you saw all her rescues and how well they are being treated you would! Hours of operation are 11-3 (because she needs a real job to live). The lady with the baby bunny ugh. She should have just drove over to drop off the bunny for heavens sake. Also, why didn't she Google and do research like I did. With a heating pad and half on and half off the blanket. The baby bunny either died of being too cold or if she had a heating pad maybe too hot. or did she give the baby bunny the correct formula or did she feed the poor thing at all ? Again, did she research it?!!! Anddddd maybe just maybe the injuries were eternal and too severe. Again, all she had to do was drive over like I did. I have a kid in a wheelchair from surgery and a toddler and I made it happen with my insane schedule.

TheAllyPlayz

The employees were very nice. They were quick to help and gave us everything we need to know about caring for these kinds of birds when they fall out of their nests. If we find more birds, we’ll definitely come back.

Teresa A.

Amazing place. I see the vision the Dr. has for the place, and after she took the California desert tortoise I found in my neighborhood, I needed to donate $ to help her cause. She took the time to show me the condition of the turtle/tortoise, how she was going to help it, and its temporary home. My young adult children accompanied me as I want them to also do the right thing. I hope people help donate.