A young coyote has returned to the wild near Palomar Mountain, recovering from a broken tibia under the care of the San Diego Humane Society's Project Wildlife team.
The pup's saga began in May, he was taken to the Ramona Wildlife Center because of an inability to bear weight on his hind right leg. X-rays showed a fractured tibia, leading the Project Wildlife team to devise an unconventional treatment strategy. They placed a lateral split and carried out routine visual inspections, successfully mitigating stress on the coyote while facilitating healing.
The young coyote was transitioned to an outdoor enclosure as his condition improved, he was introduced to a group of pups his age for socialization. Being a part of this group was a key part of the preparation for life outside captivity. Through video monitoring, he was seen jumping, running, and playing, albeit with a mild limp.
The healing process for the young coyote was a difficult task, with the rehabilitation experts delicately managing the animal's recuperation and social requirements. Their hard work paid off, with the young coyote and his cohort proficiently prepared for their reentry into the wild.
