It is uncommon for baby beavers to be admitted to rehabilitation facilities as orphans. The last time we had to raise one this little was in 2015. We frequently get juvenile and adult beavers admitted for injuries or due to displacement from development, but getting two babies brought in over one weekend is highly unusual. Both beavers were discovered alone in wooded areas in different cities. The first one was not more than 2 weeks old, and the second one was about 6 weeks old.
The last time we raised a baby orphaned beaver; we had an adult in care as well and that adult was able to bond with the baby and we released them together as a family unit. When these two arrived, we notified WDFW and fortunately, we were able to work with their biologist to find a perfect solution! Foster families were quickly located for both kits and we are happy to report that both introductions were successful, and these two beavers have a second chance at a wild life!
