Like that bear, says Mack, pointing over to the completely sealed area. Even though we keep him as isolated as possible, it s likely he can still hear and smell everything that happens on site. On staff are veterinarians, wildlife specialists and volunteers. The chaotic pace of caring for the clamor of hundreds of hungry bellies during the summer requires as many as 200 volunteers to feed animals and clean cages. Many animals are referred from local organizations.
Any job working with the public involves a few irate phone calls, though.
Sometimes citizens call to complain about raccoons digging up yards or birds in attics. Mack laughingly recalls a zany plea from a woman complaining about birds in her yard. She said she owned that land and didn t want to share it with them. This kind of attitude drives him nuts. Animals don t understand property lines.