It is always disappointing to receive for care species that have been in illegal or poor care before being surrendered. Since December of last year we have taken in three kangaroo joeys; a furred, stunted, ringtail possum, a brushtail possum … Continue reading
Category Archives: Shelter Operations
As carers, the raising of imperfect animals of any species should not be attempted. – under the rules and regulations authorised shelter operators follow, it is not allowed. Any animal which will not be able to adequately take its place … Continue reading
A frightened and stressed new joey that won’t open its mouth to take a bottle should never have its mouth forced open, always work from the side of the mouth and squeeze a little milk at a time in the … Continue reading
On arrival the joey will need a substitute pouch [pj’s] made of soft machine washable cloth. Do not use any rough or large weave fabrics. Don’t make baby’s pj’s out of woolen blankets or knitted garments, eyes can become ulcerated … Continue reading
One morning I was sitting quietly with a cuppa after the second of the daily feeds and wondering just how much longer I would be tramping the neighbourhood looking for leaves when the phone rang “do you have room for … Continue reading
The Brush-tailed Phascogale [Phascogale Tapoatafa], also known as a Tuan is classified in Australia as Uncommon, and Rare in Victoria. It is listed under the Flora & Fauna Guarantee Act, 1988. Under wildlife shelter permit conditions, operators are required to … Continue reading
Rats and mice are around again in fairly large numbers going by the number of calls being received and comments made. There are many poisons available these days for getting rid of these unwanted pests but 10 the good old … Continue reading
Around the world kangaroos are one of Australia’s best known and loved animals. In Australia they are also one of the most persecuted and sometimes suffer horrific cruel deaths at the hands of humans. Kangaroos are incredibly beautiful creatures. In … Continue reading
Well over 20 years ago I received a 3.7kg eastern grey joey from a family who had presented us with a few animals over the years. From things that were and were not said the assumption was made that this … Continue reading