Northern Colorado Wildlife Center
Fort Collins, CO
At a glance
- Facility type
- Shelter Rescue
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Unknown
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Northern Colorado Wildlife Center (NCWC) is a rapidly growing nonprofit dedicated to wildlife rehabilitation and education. Since its founding in 2016, NCWC has developed a strong reputation for providing life-saving care to injured, orphaned, and sick wildlife. Based in Northern Colorado, NCWC primarily rehabilitates reptiles and amphibians, but also assists with wildlife rescues across all species in the region. The center works extensively within Larimer, Weld, and surrounding counties
Since its founding in 2016, NCWC has developed a strong reputation for providing life-saving care to injured, orphaned, and sick wildlife. In 2024 alone, NCWC has admitted over 2,300 wildlife patients, and the organization has reached more than 15,000 people through its education and outreach programs
Mission — The mission of Northern Colorado Wildlife Center, a 501(c)3 independent nonprofit, is to protect wildlife and the places they call home through rescue, rehabilitation, education, and advocacy
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Summer Intake Hours: 8am-5pm, 7 days a week | Emergency Services Available via Text Message: 5pm-10pm, 7 days a week
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Frequently asked
Does Northern Colorado Wildlife Center offer emergency or urgent care?+
Northern Colorado Wildlife Center offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
Does Northern Colorado Wildlife Center treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Northern Colorado Wildlife Center offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Northern Colorado Wildlife Center offer?+
Northern Colorado Wildlife Center offers Rehab, End Of Life, Emergency.
When was Northern Colorado Wildlife Center established?+
Northern Colorado Wildlife Center has served the Fort Collins, CO community since 2016.
What reviewers say
The wildlife center serves as a vital local resource for animal rescue, rehabilitation, and community education. Dedicated staff and volunteers provide compassionate care for injured and orphaned wildlife, offering informative updates and helpful guidance to community members who bring in animals in need. While front-desk interactions occasionally present communication challenges, the facility remains widely appreciated for its commitment to wildlife welfare and environmental education.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.