Wildlife Wish List

You can help the animals in the Perkins Wildlife Center by donating much-needed items that help the Wildlife Resource Specialists care for them. Many of these items are used for the daily care and upkeep of the animals and the wildlife facilities, while others are used in enrichment activities to keep the animals active, alert and healthy. You probably have some of these items in your home!

To make a donation, you can bring small items to the front desk during Museum hours, or call 216-231-4600 x3267 to arrange a time for drop-off.

One-time needs:

Scale that weighs in kilograms
Baby scale or other small scale to weigh smaller animals
Hot plate (for boiling water)
Kiddie pools or plastic sandboxes
Blender (for special dietary needs)
Pressure washer
Leaf blower
Long pole tree trimmer
Wheelbarrow

Periodic needs:

Aquariums and aquarium supplies
Animal/pet kennels
Bird-catching nets
Heat lamps
Large snake cages
Mirrors of all sizes
Bird cages
Untreated wood
Brooms
Rakes
Garbage cans
Food scales
Tarps
Pet toys: Good sources include www.ottoenvironmental.com and www.aussiedogs.com
Boomer balls
Stainless steel pet dishes

Ongoing/daily needs:

Newspapers
Plastic grocery bags
Phone books
Towels and rags
Blankets and sheets
Toilet paper and paper towel tubes
Cereal boxes and the like
Resealable, reusable plastic containers (Tupperware, Rubbermaid, etc.)

Seasonal:

Christmas trees