Nothing could be cuter than baby animals. But, their adorableness can easily distract you from the lifelong responsibility that their care requires. Unfortunately, this reality check can result in animals- especially those that we associate with their wild cousins like ducks and bunnies- being dumped out into the wild after they are grown and their care becomes too much. Except, these animals don't have the instincts to survive outdoors. This "wild" is often your local neighborhood park and Mary Beth Purdy Artz knows this all too well. She's an animal rescuer and rehabilitator in Brooklyn, NY, and has saved hundreds of abandoned and injured animals through the years. If you've ever wondered about getting an unusual pet or how you could help an animal you've seen outside, this episode is for you. Highlights How can you tell the difference between a wild animal and its domestic cousin?What's the craziest animal that's been found in her park? (this one's a doozy!)When might you be more likely to find dumped animals?What YOU Can Do Do not buy animals for someone and be sure you know the care requirements of an animal before you buy one for yourself.Contact help, whether you can no longer care for an animal yourself or if you see a dumped or injured one in the wild.Petition for signage and cameras in your local park to discourage the dumping of animals and encourage the cleanup of fishing gear.Resources Link to all places to see the movie, Honk  They All Want to Live Rescue Group---This episode is supported by Consciously Clueless, the podcast for those who want to learn about how to live a healthier life, how to live more sustainably, and how to take your everyday actions and make them work for you and the planet. All with some space for cluelessness on this journey. Listen now!--- Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! This helps to boost its visibility. Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that! What difference for the world are you going to make today?