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Can you adopt a wombat?

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Adopt a Wombat
You will receive a small wombat plush, printed symbolic certificate, printed fact sheet and quarterly updates about wombats. Your adoption donation goes to supporting the ongoing conservation of Australian native wildlife and is tax deductible.


Keeping this in consideration, can you own a wombat in the United States?

There are no wombat breeders in the US. You don't, not if you live inside of Australia. The only way you can handle a wombat at all inside Australia is if you are a licensed rehabber. You may not keep them as pets, even as a rehabber.

Additionally, can you adopt a meerkat? Adopt An Animal Adopt A Meerkat Kits make great gifts and can be sent directly to the recipient. We'll even include a letter stating the Adopt A Meerkat is from you. WAF's Adopt A Meerkat symbolic adoption is $35 and helps the World Animal Foundation to preserve the planet and protect its animals.

In this manner, how much is it to adopt an otter?

$35.00 adoption level Includes details on how you can make a difference for sea otters no matter where you live.

Can koalas be adopted?

Your adoption helps with the rescue and treatment of sick and injured Koalas and releasing them back to the wild where possible. By adopting a koala, you are also contributing to habitat restoration in the Northern Rivers region and research into the prevalence of disease in koala populations.

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