Link: Animal Rescues Increase Thanks To Pokemon Go (Really)

Pokémon Go Players Are Rescuing Lots Of Real Wildlife. "This is pretty much the first time I've seen something like this," said one wildlife rehabilitator.

Over the past few weeks, a number of would-be Pokémasters have been jarred out of their digital reveries by a more tangible target—actual animals. In most cases, players will laugh, snap a picture, and move on, maybe getting their find ID'd by some willing biologists on Twitter. But some animals, like the bat, fulfill the fantasy even further—they actually need to be caught.

Read the full post from DVM360.com

Dr. Wise's Take
I have to admit, I don't understand the whole Pokemon thing.  I guess since I missed out on it the first time around I just don't get it.  But, now that it is app-based, and I love technology, I'm avoiding it for fear of getting sucked in!  But now there is a new reason for me to reconsider: Animal Rescue!  This article shares the unexpected benefit Pokemon Go has brought to animals in need.  Maybe I'll play after all, for professional reasons. 

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