Donate Goods

Many people want to know how they can contribute to the care and rehabilitation of wildlife when they do not have the time to set aside for volunteering. There are many consumable and non-consumable items that are used regularly at Wild Days which you may be in a position to donate. 

It may be that you are able to add one extra item to your shopping each week, it may be only a couple of dollars, which may go unnoticed in the grand total. After a few weeks you will have accumulated a wonderful donation to the shelter that will make a difference to our ongoing care of the animals in need.

Below we have listed many different items you can choose from. Some are available in supermarkets, others in pet shops or produce shops, others in variety stores.  When you have a donation for Wild Days, contact us to arrange a drop off/pick up time.  We thank you in advance for your generosity!
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Everyday Items: 

  • Eucalyptus Wool Wash - all towels and bedding are washed in eucalyptus to avoid irritants to the animals. Coles and Earth Choice options are available at most supermarkets for $1-2.50/bottle.
  • Ramekins - used as water and feed bowls for our animals.  Flat based and heavy, they are the least tip-able bowls we have found!  All sizes/colours can be used and they can be found at most op-shops for $1-2 each.
  • Hook-on Aviary Feeders - used as water and feed bowls for our animals.  They can be found at discount variety stores and pet shops for $2-5. 
  • Tissues - these are in high demand at Wild Days for toiling little mammal bottoms!  All (except for the super soft tissues) are most welcome for $1-2/box.
  • Unscented baby wipes- these are in high demand at Wild Days for toiling little mammal bottoms!  All (except for the super soft tissues) are most welcome for $1-2/box.
  • Hand sanitiser - for hygiene purposes.  Aquim, Purell and Dettol brands are used at Wild Days, which can be purchased at supermarkets and chemists for $5-10. 
  • Antibacterial wipes - for hygiene and cleaning purposes.  Eucalyptus or Pine scented only, available at supermarkets for $3-5. 
  • Disinfectant - for hygiene and cleaning purposes.  Eucalyptus or Pine scented only, available at supermarkets for $3-5. 
  • Towels and Bath Mats - Natural colours  preferred for use as bedding for most of our critters
  • Fleece Pet Blankets - Natural colours  preferred for use as bedding for most of our critters.  
  • Newspapers - to line the bottom of cages.  We can never have  too many newspapers!
  • Hanging Baskets - two put together, these are used to make dreys for ringtail possums in care.  They can be purchased at discount variety stores, Big W, Bunnings or any gardening store.  The wire must be able to be bent to make an entry and exit, so the cheaper/thinner the better! Cost can range from $3-10 per basket and liner. 
  • Cable Ties - for securing branches and other cage  furniture.  All sizes needed, black or clear preferred. 
  • Chick starter/crumble (also termed duck starter/crumble) - for our little ducklings. Various brands can be purchased at most pet shops and supermarkets. 
  • Bird seed (lorikeet nectar powder mix, wild bird mix, small bird mix, parrot mix) - Every bird in care requires a species specific diet.  Good quality brands can be purchased at pet shops and supermarkets. 
  • Parrot and other bird hand rearing formula - Every chick in care requires a species specific hand rearing formula. Various types and brands can be purchased at most pet shops.
  • Rabbit/guinea pig mix or pellets – used for herbivorous animals
  • Disposable gloves - to maintain cleanliness during medical treatment
  • Saline - to flush and treat wounds
  • Betadine liquid - for wound treatment
  • Gauze and wound dressings - for wound treatment
  • Vet wrap bandage - for dressing wounds
  • Cotton buds, cotton wool, blueys, pipettes - for medical treatment
  • Paw paw ointment
  • Cane baskets - used for hanging in aviaries for enrichment to place fruit and vegetable snacks
  • Garbage bags
  • Reptile heat and UV globes

Specialized Food and Supplement Items:

These items can be found at pet stores and specialized wildlife feed suppliers.  
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  • Wombaroo Insectivore Mix
  • Passwell Complete Lorikeet Mix
  • Mealworms
  • Garden worms
  • Wombaroo Grainivore Mix
  • Wombaroo Insect Booster
  • Wombaroo Reptile supplement
  • Wombaroo Carnivore mixture
  • Frozen feed mice
  • Wombaroo Flying Fox milk replacement formula
  • Wombaroo Wombat milk replacer <0.4, 0.4, >0.6
  • Passwell Parrot soft food
  • Wombaroo High Protein Supplement
  • Biolac M100 possum milk formula
  • Divetelac low lactose milk formula
  • Wombaroo <0.8 & >0.8 Possum milk replacer
  • Wombaroo <0.4, 0.4, 0.6, >0.7 Kangaroo milk replacer
  • Fruit and vegetables for supplemental feed – sweet potatoes, carrots, apples, pears, corn, bananas
  • Almonds and seeds, trail mix
  • Vetafarm Blossum Nectar
  • Vetafarm Reptile supplement
  • Vetafarm Lizard food
  • Wombaroo Impact Colostrum Supplement

Medical Items:

Basic:
  • Disposable gloves
  • Saline to flush and treat wounds
  • Betadine liquid
  • Eucalyptus oil / spray
  • Gauze and wound dressings,
  • Cotton buds,
  • Cotton wool, 
  • Blueys,
  • Pipettes
  • Vet wrap bandage
  • Bird all-wormer paste or syrup
  • Bird Mite & Lice spray
  • Small animal Mite & Lice spray
  • Revolution puppy/kitten treatment

Specialized:
  • Wombaroo Bird First Aid
  • Hills Urgent Care a/d 
  • Flamazine cream
  • Amoxyclav, Baytril/Entrortil 
  • Rescue Remedy
  • Metacam/Meloxicam
  • Nilstat 
  • Opsite dressings
  • Ivermectin wormer
  • Oxbow Critical Care
  • Vytrate hydration concentrate
  • Lectate hydration concentrate
  • Nitrigel paste

Hardware Items:

  • Bird Aviaries and Cages - All shapes and sizes are welcome.  Cages with fixable breaks are also welcome.
  • Ropes - Thick and thin, rigid or stretchy.
  • Plastic Tubs - These are used to house young waterbirds, e.g, ducklings, and for organising supplies.
  • PVC Pipes - These are used to hold up browse in cages.​
  • Trolleys - Sturdy frames with wheels are used to transport heavy items (e.g. buckets full of browse and water) around the shelter.
  • Cable Ties
  • Plastic or Wire Mesh - Used to construct cages and outdoor spaces for animals in care. 
  • Fencing components - Strong stakes, posts and gates all welcome. 
  • Tools - ​to assist in construction and maintenance projects.

Wild Days Wishlist:

  • Latex Teat Making Kit
The latex teats are used for many species and at Wild Days, are being purchased regularly. Moulding kits are useful way to save costs, by making our own teats. These kits are usually wood with metal moulds and liquid latex is used to form various teat shapes that are required for different species.
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  • Industrial Mulcher/Chipper (permanent or rental)
Old browse from cages is recycled and used as mulch in our aviaries.  We currently have a basic small mulcher/chipper however many hours are needed to get through our (very) large branch pile.  If you are able to source a mulcher/chipper and can choose between multiple models, please contact Kay for advice on suitability.

Author- Philip Ladds 
All the available information on the anatomical pathology of Australian native vertebrate wildlife. $195

  • Compound Microscope and Dissection Microscope
In many instances, microscopes are required to determine specific issues, and to provide detailed information to assisting vets. These are costly items and must be of good quality. 

Author - Phillip Clark 
An illustrated guide to collecting and analysing blood samples from over 100 species of Australian mammals.

Authors - Doug Armstrong, Matthew Hayward, Dorian Moro, Philip Seddon 
A review of the process of reintroductions and other conservation-driven translocations in Australasia. $90

  • Fencing
We are in need of solid fencing panels for making enclosures, including gates.
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  • Land
A bushland property is the ultimate dream is for Wild Days Wildlife Shelter.  Large open spaces for wildlife rehabilitation and release sites safe from human interference.