Thank you everyone for your kind comments and sympathy. Unfortunately not every animal that comes into my care can be healed and returned to the wild. When any wild animal that comes into my rescue center cannot be returned to the wild, I am very limited as to what I can do with them. If the injuries are minor, but yet non-releasable the animal can be placed in a licensed educational or zoological facility. If they cannot be placed in such a facility, by federal law we must euthanize them. If I do not follow these regulations to the letter, my state and federal licenses will be revoked and I will no longer be allowed to help the sick and injured wildlife that I care so much about. The injury to this great horned owls wing was severe enough that more than half of the wing would have had to be amputated, which means by federal law he was not a candidate to become a wildlife ambassador. For the past 50 years I have never wanted to share with anyone the pain that I feel every time I’ve had to put one of these beautiful creatures to sleep. That is both private and incredibly painful but I have been encouraged that people need to understand the realities that I face. I am very grateful for your kind comments. Sincerely, Martin Tyner
Thank you for what you do. I feel your pain, truly. For the past 21 years I have been an Aeromedical Helicopter Pilot. There are times when our outcomes are not what we would have hoped for. I deal with it by knowing that we gave them our best.
So sorry for the loss of your little friend; you did everything you could for him. At least he knew care and compassion in his last hours instead of pain and suffering. Thank you for what you do.
Clackamas comm. Coll. used to have an exhibit, it got moved to Estacada(Oregon) and then some place in southern OR. They birds(raptors) with assorted injuries. I don't know what happened to them? God bless, protect and interceed, in Jesus's name amen...
I know how hard this must be for you, but left alone, the poor owl would die a slow, painful death of starvation, right, or maybe be eaten alive by something that found him incapacitated and took advantage? You're doing a fine thing by ending his suffering, and though we wish these things would never happen, accidents happen all the time to animals and people alike. Thanks for all you do for the animals who can't speak for themselves, especially the hard things. Thanks for sharing both the good and the bad with us so everyone has a realistic picture. I'm sorry for your loss and for owl, but thank you for the video. This owl was blessed to have you in his life and, in his toughest hour, find his way to a peaceful, painless and quick end. Don't think of it as a bad day, think of it as a day you honored a beautiful, brave and worthy animal with what he would have wanted if he could have told you. May God continue to bless you and the animals with your good work.
So true, same with pets when they are past helping. it's hard every time, but the joyous times with animals so outweigh the bad that we keep doing it! They teach us so much, by their living and their dying. Love your channel, the good and the not so easy to watch.
I'm just going to say I totally agree with you you took half the words out of my mouth a beautiful thing they do with God's creaturesI just thank God we have people like Martin that do the job that he does God bless
My heart is sad. I know this happens, but i dont like to see it. I love watching your good outcome rehab vids. Could you please maybe post a warning before you show ones like this? Some just cant handle seeing sad outcomes.
Oh Martin my heart is broken too!Such a magnificent bird.....what a shame he could not be saved but I know Martin did all he could to save his precious animals.Thank you Martin for your heart of gold.I watch all your videos....I love them all....what a privilege to be able to care for them.Thank you.
Beautiful creatures raptors are, no matter how many thank you's you get it will never relay the good you are doing especially through education! There cannot be dark without light nor good without bad...nature is as cruel as it is beautiful so Kudos to you and your wonderful foundation!!
Bad news is part of rescuing and we totally understand. You have a tough job being there making those decisions and seeing those sad situations. You're a good man, Martin. Not to earn any kudos but I changed my Amazon Smile account to support your efforts. I am currently kicking breast cancer's butt and utilizing Amazon often. I am glad you will benefit to some small degree. God Bless you, Susan and your hard work.
So sorry this is not one of your miracles. :o( As far as sharing a non-win, I think people need to know the consequences of some human/nature encounters. This may not have been a case of human carelessness, but extra vigilance on the human side can help mitigate these kinds of encounters.
The laws need to change about keeping them. Foundations should be able keep animals in conditions such as this. I would have thought it could go to the Aviary. Criteria for educational purposes should change.
Doesn't it hurt the owl when you touch the broken wing and move it? I've never had broken bones, but from what I hear it's super painfull. Is there any chance for getting the law changed so that birds who cannot be released again can be kept in foster care by licenced falconers? Is somebody trying to tackle this topic?
Hi Johanna, thank you for your interest and concern. There's a lot of debate about how pain affects wildlife. Some injured birds can be kept but there's a lot of criteria to judge best candidates. Some animals simply won't tolerate captivity.
😱😖❣. Forgive me for not "liking" this one. I didn't give it a thumbs down, it wasn't your fault, Martin. What was really good was the Go-Pro. Totally loved that! It was a great start...to a very not great ending. But, life isn't certain. My father was a funeral director. I grew up bringing boxes of Kleenex into Dad's Office, often while he was dealing with funeral arrangements. For me, death has always been as natural as living. But... I don't have to like it...just accept it. At least this little guy didn't sit out, alone, frightened, and suffering. What you do IS important. Whatever the outcome. You just have to look at it as a successful ending. No prolonged agony and suffering. But still, 😞😖😥😢. Thanks so much for the help, whatever the outcome, you give, Martin❣😘💕💜
I always wanted a friend owl.... not a pet owl I dont understand these laws that say KILL before finding someone to love him.. It makes my cry sometimes. But I know it must be done, leaving an animal suffer is much worst.
I live in southern MN and have seen at least 12 Great Horned owls killed by cars,just within a 45 mile stretch of I90. Sad mostly younger owls. I stopped to look at one it didn't have the leg feathers like. This one though..so I assume it was a young owl.
@@GowildlifeOrg yes indeed.I use to drive from Austin,MN to Rochester,MN everyday the only good thing about it was getting to see Red Tails and occasional Bald Eagle.I'd always point them out to my passengers.So It really bothered me seeing how careless people can be. I love all those birds.You guys are amazing at what you do. If I lived closer I would love to volunteer for you. The worlds needs more people like you!
I'm so sorry Martin.. really. I went through that in a center for wildlife and each time my heart would break a little more... Thank you for your honnesty and all that you do for these beautiful birds . Hugs to you, your lovely wife .
@@GowildlifeOrg It's only normal , we did the same job and I loved every minute of it. Learned so much observing the raptors, I think that I have a very soft spot for barn owls, fascinating creatures !
Hi. Thx for the ride-along & telling us about the rural area & it's inhabitants 👉 birds, critters, sheep. so sorry about gho 😧 😔but thank you for being there for him. 😚🙏
Thanks again Martin for another incredible video. So glad you were able to find him and end his suffering in such a humane and respectful manner. Beautiful area! God bless you.
Martin, I'm new to your RU-vid channel and the only thing that I can say is thank you for what you do. It definitely takes an extraordinary person with an extraordinary gift to do what you do!...
Although that owl did not survive the accident. Because of you, we got to see and appreciate just how truly beautiful that owl was. Most of us would never be able to come that close or be able to see what you see. I was so taken by the owls piercing yellow eyes and beautiful luxurious feathers. I would have never been able to see how truly stunning that owl was if it wasn't for you and teaching us about this magnificent creature. Your footage of the owl was perfect and thank you again.
Dearest Martin, thank you for finding the courage to share this story. It happens and we need to be aware of that, so thank you. The go-pro worked wonders, love the way we got to see the little fellow when you held him to your chest. I laughed when you were talking about the directions that were given to you ... reminds me of my Oklahoma days. "Turn left where Joe's barn burned down 15 years ago." lol Those were the good old days, glad to see some people still live them. Thank you for the video and sharing your thoughts and knowledge.
Heartbreaking and so tragic for you to have lost the opportunity to heal and then release this beautiful guy. The work you do on behalf of the wild is truly beautiful and admirable. Thank you
I appreciated your warning, I decided to watch through any way. Glad the Go Pro was put to use, it was a cool view when the owl looked up at you as you held him.
This was a beautiful but heartbreaking video. Thank you for the warning. But, a suggestion, if i may. Change the name from RESCUE of GHO. The title is deceptive. It implies a successful outcome. The expert/ narrator is very loving and compassionate. I am a subscriber and look forward to more of your videos. Thank you for all you do for these magnificent birds. And thank you for sharing it with us. 💕🦉💕🦅💕
Truly sorry he couldn't be saved. God Bless people like you who look after such beautiful and rare creatures. I'm not a bird person, but I do like the large birds.
Oh Martin, I'm so sorry. I am certain that for as much as you expect these situations, it still hurts you. My sympathies to you on this unfortunate reality, and I can only hope you're comforted by the fact that you saved him from a much worse death.
Very sad I love owls and raptors all song birds , I wish there was a way to heal that wing and let that owl live .Such a beautiful bird brings tears to my eyes very sad.
Thank you for sharing the life of this beautiful great horned owl so we can love very shortly and cry with you 😭 We will be together with all our animals in heaven.
That stinks to see the Great Horned Owl could not be saved, but it is best to put the Owl down and not make it suffer. Even seeing it on video, you could tell the difference between the joint areas on each wing and it was gruesome. Still, where we lost one, there are many more out there that can be saved under a different situation. Keep up the good work.
May the owl Rest In Peace, I love owls but when they have to be put down, I literally break down, Btw those Great Horned Owls are my favourite owl in the world, :( I’m sad for the owl that they have to witness being hit then being put down, wish there was another way to heal it, but there is no chance ;~;
So sad 😭... thank you Martin for your amazing work. RIP beautiful owl... wish the badly injured ones could be saved and kept legally as educational sanctuary birds.
Oh my😥 that beautiful beautiful creature. I could tell just by looking in his eyes that he was in a lot of pain. He didnt have any fight left in him. Poor little guy. I know that was the part of your job that you hate the most Martin but you did the right thing no matter how much you wanted to save his life. You are a great guy Martin and u have a big heart and those raptors living all around you are lucky to have u looking out for them.
So sorry, Martin. I love those raptors and animals that you bring into your life everyday. What a beautiful owl. You don't get use to having to put these beautiful creatures down. Thank you for all you do. P.S. Love your book.
Thank you for everything you do even in the tough times I'm sorry your day was a rough one. You are all such good people thank you again for what you do for our country and its creatures.
He IS BEAUTIFUL! Bless his little heart. I loved him when you first showed that adorable bird. I'm so sorry you get hurt when you have to have mercy on these wonderful creatures, but he was better to have had you to help him to quickly be out of pain and die so slowly out there. Bless you, Martin. 💖
So sad. Life in the flesh is that way. Thank be to our LORD GOD. That life in the spiritual dimension doesn't have the problem that flesh body does. Eternal LIFE.
That is hysterical...in the south, that's the way we've always given directions!! "Turn at the Red Barn on old route 34, go about a mile till you see the old Gentry farm sign (which is now fallen down), and turn right. You will see the place on your left by the great oak tree on the left! LOL!!
Very, very sorry this wonderful Owl. This bird has such wonderful, amazing, passionate eyes. If the Owl could live without one wing, then I would leave it to myself and we would become friends, I'm sure of that. Very sorry💔😭
I just found your website today and have been watching your videos and regarding your best friend Scout I know how you came about rescuing him however I didn’t hear a reason why you didn’t release him back to the Wild?? Maybe I missed it? Just wondering with all the wonderful work and help and then the blessed releases why not scout? I didn’t think he was injured just a rancher who was going to kill him? Anyways I have been faithfully watching all the live eagle cams and birds of prey cams around the world and have become enthralled and amazed with all birds and all animals I am a rescuer when I’m able of cats dogs and a desert tortoise!!! Love n hugs to you and your wife for all you do so much Love 🤟🏼🥰
Hi Nikie, glad you found us! Scout could always leave, but unless he leaves for a mate, he may end up back at the same place where he was in danger. He's been with us nearly 13 years now. You can see all the videos about him here: ru-vid.com/group/PLefV3vhHIC2oRVC9WMFCPf_H8mOgq8BG5
Your empathy for animals is exemplary. Your education and skill, coupled with true selflessness and your empathy really makes a difference to these beautiful animals. There are many 'well meaning' people that aren't so smart and don't do the correct thing when they come across an injured animal, or there are real heard-hearted selfish people which turn a blind eye. It is so good to see smart, educated persons with compassion and education. When you look into the eyes of these birds, the owl and the eagles and hawks, anyone can see the intelligence behind those eyes. Most of the birds which I see you help, usually don't struggle or fight once they realize you are there to help. Yes, they may react instinctively but it is obvious they have more intellect than we humans realize. Thank you for the sacrifice of your time, effort, and money. Also, we need to work to change the laws to preserve these animals by placing them with knowledgable, educated foster homes. It is criminal to euthanize an animal that may be able to live with a disability in captivity/care.
I don't like the progress so much. Lived mostly with no houses or nothing but farm fields. Now houses, business, ect. I want to move again allot farther out. The wildlife has suffered. I hope you can help him. Beautiful bird.
Martin, I live by the beach where seagulls and pelicans get hooks from fishing lines etc. How could I go about starting an animal rescue for birds and wildlife in my community? Is it difficult?
I've been watching some of your video Martin. ..but this oh man really got me crying like a baby..I know it is an old video but just wandering is it possible that around where you live there isn't a sanctuary where these poor injured animals can go and live peacefully for the rest of their days?it is so appalling to put an end to the life of this marvelous creature..isn't it?!!!!!sooooooo sad so tragic!
Martin as long as I have been watching your wonderful and educational videos, my friend,..you save more than you have to put down and I like so many appreciate you and what you are doing to save and return these magnificent birds...continued success Bob in Pittsburgh..oh in case you didn`t know we for past several years have bald eagles living along our rivers here and nesting and have cameras set up to watch the babies and take pictures of these great birds..(up away from anyone on a hill area)..plus for a long time at the University of Pittsburgh on top of the cathedral of learning building many generations of peregrine falcons have made it their home..there is a observation area scientists and students can count and check their vitals and keep them in good health..there are tons of pigeons all around so they are well fed..thanks again
I can never accept this very sad fact that he was gone by our judgment. The poor guy was possibly hit by man-made machinery and sentenced dead again for humanity. Nobody might ever decide the life or death of a wild-life including the law.
Why do folks cut up a bunch of onions when I'm watching, so sad, even Noel Fitzpatrick would struggle to save him. I don't think I could harden up to these losses like vets can.
When we love something. It means doing the right thing. No matter how much it hurts. Because the right thing to do is having to say good bye. Please never stop doing what’s right. Love what you and your family do. Love from Australia
Best wishes from Germany for your care and your passion for your little boys and girls. Your videos show, that these wonderful creatures appreciate your work getting existential help. We can see their patience in their eyes. With you, their wild life became and becomes a better world.
Thank you for making people aware of these thing! I understand how hard it is to have to euthanize an animal you work so hard to save! Although in my case is usually dogs or cats that are too sick to save. Once an entire building full of small birds were pushed off the building. There were dozens of these baby birds. The vet said that all of them had broken wings and serious injuries. He put them all to sleep.
I found a baby Great Horned Owl in northern Michigan. The exact same things happened to him. The Raptor Center helped us and they said he was the most beautiful owl they had ad ever seen.
Obviously not to be critical, but simply wishing better to understand: I've seen a bald eagle with an amputated hand-section of its wing in an education program: What made this bird different from that one, as far as suitability for an education program?
It's a tough situation for many reasons. First off, some animals simply won't tolerate captivity. Returning an animal that is not 100% fit back to the wild is cruel as the animal will not survive and be subjected to slow painful death. Keeping one is expensive and requires the right training, care and licenses. Unfortunately, there's far more injured animals that cannot return to the wild than there are places able to properly care for them.
Amazing job if nothing else we adapt no matter what creatures we are . Wonderfully done 🙌👍 ty for everything..n to whomever donated these awesome tools.🤩🤗🤗🤩
I guess I am confused. I went to an outdoor sportsmen’s expo not to long ago. Our state had their parks and wildlife division there. They had a part of their booth setup with different raptors. A small owl, all the way up to a bald eagle. The eagle was hit by a vehicle, I think, and wasn’t able to return to the wild. This is why they had him. Why is the great horned owl have to be put down for something similar to a bald eagle that is still living?
We have a many rescued animals as Ambassadors as well. However there are few places qualified to keep them, it requires quite a bit of paperwork and expense.
Is it euthanasia that we are looking for? It's too bad this rescue turned into an incredibly painful decision to end the creature's life. Without knowing the percentages, I would surmise most of your rescues have a more robust rehabilitation and happier release ending. Are there apprentices interested in the credentialed field of master falconry? How about in the licensure of rescue, rehabilitation and release of creatures great and small?
There are licenses in falconry which are separate from licensing in Wildlife Rehabilitation. Martin is a Master Falconer and licensed rehabber with 50 years experience.
I was happy to donate to your cause. You deserve the compassion and admiration for what you do. The state and government restrictions which you must follow? Those I have serious reservations with. They are what they are I guess. But that said even if it was not unlawful to keep this bird alive, it would take a good amount of effort on most to care for it. Take care and I hope you save many more.
I drove through herds of sheep in the Riggins Idaho 50 years ago when I lived there. If you want a stress free life live on the moon. No matter where you go man and animal will find you. I am transfixed with the birds on the hunt. Thank you
I understand what you are saying, I worked with a vet for many years & of cause had many pets through out my life, as sad as it is, it is what happens in life as us humans have started walking this earth 😞 I don't quite understand your countries/state law.. Is there a video on your page that maybe you have done explaining this in layman's term's with out it being a 20 hour video lol I am in Australia Thank you & your family & friends for all that you's do helping these beautiful individuals animals 💖 unique in their own way
Hi thanks for your interest. Can't imagine even a 20 hour long video that weed through all the laws and regulations about wildlife! It's a tough area though as development continues to take over wilderness.
I guess red tail Hawks like Neighborhoods too because there are always alot of Squirrels. Hawks must like any place across the country that has food no matter the climate
These laws suck, I really think if someone wants to keep him and has the ability to raise him! I know its not much of a life but I'm severely crippled and in pain but I still want to live!
It's a tough situation for many reasons. First off, some animals simply won't tolerate captivity. Returning an animal that is not 100% fit back to the wild is cruel as the animal will not survive and be subjected to slow painful death. Keeping one is expensive and requires the right training, care and licenses. Unfortunately, there's far more injured animals that cannot return to the wild than there are places able to properly care for them.
Sorry that the wildlife laws are not very reasonable or compassionate. It's a tough pill to swallow. Even if the law allowed the owl to be used in an educational situation, he still would not be able to fly, and what kind of a life is that for a bird? I remember going to the top of Mill Mountain in Roanoke VA. They have a small zoo up there. They had a large out door cage with a few bald eagles in it. One of the eagles had been shot and half of one wing had to be amputated; he couldn't fly any more. He was still alive and alert, but I remember watching him looking up at the sky and seeing other birds fly. He would call out to them even if they were not of his kind. I had a feeling of sadness for him. Sure, man helped him survive and he is alive and otherwise healthy and fed everyday and taken care of. But he can't fly and he knows it. He sees other birds flying in the wind and it was obvious to me that he wanted to be up there too. A flying bird can not sit on a perch for the rest of it's life. I hate to see pet birds sitting in a cage. My grandfather once said to me "Nature can be absolutely beautiful; but it can also be very cruel." He was a very pretty owl.
Your grandfather's statement sounds pretty accurate. It is not easy in the wild. Some birds won't tolerate captivity, so sometimes there just isn't a perfect solution.
That's sad and what's worse is it's no fault of the owl its man's encroachment on wild habitat that is responsible for that owl breaking its wing very sad indeed very very sad.I hope he at least got a last meal before he was put down.
Sad. I hit a sparrow once. He flew right in front of my car. Stopped immediately. He laid in perfect shape on top my front bumper. Warm. But he was dead.
Thank you for your true honesty in this video - - this planet can use more people like yourself - -it breaks my heart too so see such brilliant creature damaged beyond help. I hope it helps you a bit.
I wish they could come up with a body cast that holds the wings to there body to allow them to heal the broken bones not allowing them to open there wings. Its such a shame that putting them.down is the only option. If a rehab kept them.and aloud them to breed it would be helping there populations.
Poor kid 😢. It gives me comfort to know tho that he died a painless death surrounded by caring people instead out on the side of the road in a lot of pain by himself.
