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DO NOT TOUCH IT. If you see a baby deer (fawn) alone on your patio or in the grass, do not touch, move, or feed it. Mother deer naturally leave their babies hidden for hours at a time while they forage to avoid drawing predators. Keep all pets and children inside, and give the fawn plenty of space.

Observing the fawn correctly is the best way to determine if it truly needs help:

1. Give it Space and Monitor
The mother will typically return at dawn or dusk to move or nurse her baby. Keep a safe distance and watch quietly from inside your home.

2. Move to Cover (If Necessary) – Please DO NOT do this UNLESS THE FAWN IS IN IMMEDIATE DANGER!
If your patio is a high-traffic area, the fawn is in immediate danger (like from a family dog), you can gently pick it up using a towel or gloves and move it to a safe, shaded spot nearby (within 50–100 yards). Do this quickly so the scent does not cling to the baby (as the mother will abadon it and it will die, and then leave the area completely.

3. When to Call for Help
You should only contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator or animal control if the fawn displays any of the following warning signs:

• It is visibly injured, bleeding, or cold.
• It is lying flat on its side or appears lethargic.
• It is covered in flies or ticks.
• It is wandering aimlessly while crying loudly for an extended period. 

Never attempt to feed a fawn, as giving them cow’s milk or water can cause severe digestive issues or make them aspirate. If you need professional assistance in Manchester Township or Ocean County, you can find local wildlife rehabilitators through the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife at ( 1-877-927-6337) 24/7 toll-free number to report fish kills, wildlife disease or toxicity events, bear property damage or problems, environmental complaints, violations, spills, discharges, venomous snakes and emergencies.

DEAR RESIDENTS – THE DCA IS ON SITE STARTING TODAY TO DO THE HOME INSPECTIONS AND WHILE THEY ARE LOOKING INSIDE THEY ARE ALSO INSPECTING THE OUTSIDE AND WE  ASK THAT ALL BBQ GRILLS BE MOVED AT LEAST 5 FT FROM THE HOUSES TO AVOID VIOLATIONS

To help everyone enjoy the upcoming summer season, the CV4 offices will be closing early on Friday’s.

Starting June 5th and continuing through August 28th, our offices will close at 3:00 PM every Friday. Regular business hours will remain the same for the rest of the week .

Let’s make the most of the sunshine!