This page is designed to assist the wonderful work volunteers do for injured and sick wildlife. Their hard work and dedication can often be overlooked so I have decided to try to make a difference. How many times have we said "I would love to help, but.......???," with finding time one of our main reasons for not doing anything. If this sounds like you, I have good news. You can make a difference without having to put yourself out too much.
You do not have to spend many hours caring for the wildlife yourself. All help, no matter how small, can assist dramatically. The following are just a few ideas that can save the carers many hours. This means the carers can turn their attention towards the most important job of all, bringing the sick and injured wildlife back to good health!
Some ideas are as follows:
* Supply wood (for wildlife homes & boxes)
* Supply blankets & bed sheets (for bedding)
* Supply old jumpers etc. (for bedding)
* Make & assemble boxes (for possum homes)
* Sew Kangaroo/Wallaby beds
Any help is always welcomed and greatly appreciated!!
Finances are always very tight, so if you are too busy but would still like to help out please do so by clicking on the 'Donate' button.
Donations will go directly towards supplying food and buying materials to care for the sick & injured wildlife.
You can contact us with any questions or queries on the following link:
 Click here to fill out contact form!
 Click 'Donate' button below to 'Support Wildlife'
Carlisle River Wildlife Shelter:
Below are some of the wildlife that have been nursed back to health while under the care of Carola & Ron at the Carlisle River Animal Shelter.
Click On Injured Kangaroo To View More Photos & Details!
Wildlife Emergency Numbers:
Remember, if you find injured, sick or orphaned wildlife call Wildlife Victoria
on 13 000 WILDLIFE,
13 000 94535 - 24 Hour Wildlife Emergency
Carlisle River Wildlife Shelter - Otway Ranges, Victoria
(03)52350202
Wildlife Handling Tips:
• Remember your own safety always comes first
• If you see an animal beside the road pull over only when it is safe to do so and put your hazard lights on
• Approach the animal carefully and cover it with a towel or blanket to calm it and contain it
• If it is small enough place it in a pillowcase or place it on a towel in the bottom of a well ventilated box and cover it securely
• Stress is the major killer of injured animals so keep handling and disturbance to minimum
• Place box in a warm, dark and quiet area (no radio)
• Keep domestic animals and children well away
• Do not attempt to feed or force it to drink
• For the sake of the animal take it as quickly as you can to a licensed wildlife carer
• If it is a large animal, or you are unsure, immediately call Wildlife Victoria for a trained wildlife rescuer
• Always try to remain with an injured animal until a rescuer arrives, staying at a safe distance so as not to distress it
• you cannot remain with the animal note distinct land marks and mark the location with crossed sticks, plastic bags tied to a tree (or in some other readily identifiable fashion) so the rescuer can see it easily
• If the animal is dead, check it for a pouch to see if it has young
joeys still alive. Never pull a joey from a teat but rather cut the teat
• Keep a rescue kit in your car containing a towel, pillow case, blanket and scissors
Natural Wildlife Photos:
Thanks for visiting this page! Below are some wildlife photos I have taken in our area. Click on the images below to see more snapshots.
Click On King Parrot Below For Photos
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