During the spring and summer months, people come across baby animals such as rabbits and fawns that are all alone. Not seeing a mother around and concerned about the young animal’s welfare, they “rescue” it. Keep in mind that many wild mammals often will leave their babies alone for a long period of time. Deer for example, will stash their young in a safe place which could even be on your front porch, while they go off to graze. Mother may only return twice a day to nurse her young. Rabbits also leave their young returning only once or twice during the day. These ‘home alone’ animals are not abandoned and should be left in place. If they have been ‘rescued’, they need to be returned to where they were found as quickly as possible. Contact your local wildlife rehabilitation center for complete instructions on safe return techniques.