Coyote pup in CROW’s care recovering after successful leg surgery
A young coyote pup receiving treatment at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife after a suspected vehicle strike in Cape Coral has undergone successful surgery to repair a broken front leg.
The pup was admitted to CROW on May 8 at approximately 7 weeks old with a broken leg and head trauma. Surgery was performed by board-certified veterinary surgeon Dr. Christopher Ferrell of BluePearl Pet Hospital in Fort Myers.
“I am always happy to help with the care of Florida wildlife to hopefully have them successfully returned to the wild,” said Ferrell.
The pup recovered well from the surgery and is continuing to heal in CROW’s care.
“We’re very encouraged by her progress following surgery,” said Dr. Jessica Comolli, CROW’s Research & Medical director. “She will need continued rest, rehabilitation, and close monitoring, but every decision we make is focused on giving her the best chance of returning to her natural habitat.”
Since 2023, 25 coyotes have been treated or brought to CROW. The nonprofit wildlife hospital has seen 2,521 patients so far in 2026.
Additional updates on the pup’s condition will be shared as they become available. Donations for the coyote’s care can be made here: https://giving.gofundme.com/campaign/800278/donate.
If you find a wild animal in need of help in Southwest Florida, call (239) 472-3644 ext. #222. More information can be found online at https://crowclinic.org/found-animal/