What We Do
Wild Days Wildlife Shelter is passionate about what we do. We know that if there was more knowledge in the community about human impacts on the wildlife that we share our lives with, then small changes can be made by every person and in turn reduce our impact.
Our primary role is for the care and rehabilitation of sick injured and orphaned Australian wildlife. We operate 24/7 365 days a year. We are dedicated to continual improvement, learning and collaboration to ensure the best outcomes for any wildlife that comes to us. We are a generalist shelter and able to care for many species, annually growing our species knowledge and capacity as times change.
Our primary role is for the care and rehabilitation of sick injured and orphaned Australian wildlife. We operate 24/7 365 days a year. We are dedicated to continual improvement, learning and collaboration to ensure the best outcomes for any wildlife that comes to us. We are a generalist shelter and able to care for many species, annually growing our species knowledge and capacity as times change.
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We are passionate about sharing knowledge of biodiversity by training new wildlife carers, assisting other carers with difficult cases, mentoring volunteers, speaking with the community, schools and groups, attending expos, consulting with local Council, liaising with vets and vet nurses, and fostering a love of wildlife knowdge by guiding junior volunteers.
There are plenty of stories for you to explore highlighting what we do. Keep reading below to discover:
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Caring for Sick Injured and Orphaned Wildlife
Wild Days has the skills and knowledge to care for over 120 different species of wildlife and the list is growing. We receive new animals into care almost every day. Being on the edge of suburbia and the increasing land clearing for urban sprawl, the demand for our services is growing annually.
Many shelters may care for a few species. Wild Days recognises that there are not enough shelters caring for all species and are anxious about those species who may miss out. We try to assist whatever species comes into care.
The amount of time each animal needs to recover varies. Some animals only require somewhere to rest, catch its breath and be protected for a few days before release, where others may be in care for many months before being old enough and capable of surviving in the wild.
On arrival, each animal is assessed as to the extent of injury and the level and length of care that will be required, particular to the species involved. Many injured animals require regular wound treatment and management, medications and pain relief. Young orphans need maternal care, development and survival lessons.
Many shelters may care for a few species. Wild Days recognises that there are not enough shelters caring for all species and are anxious about those species who may miss out. We try to assist whatever species comes into care.
The amount of time each animal needs to recover varies. Some animals only require somewhere to rest, catch its breath and be protected for a few days before release, where others may be in care for many months before being old enough and capable of surviving in the wild.
On arrival, each animal is assessed as to the extent of injury and the level and length of care that will be required, particular to the species involved. Many injured animals require regular wound treatment and management, medications and pain relief. Young orphans need maternal care, development and survival lessons.
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We also acknowledge that some species of animals require more specialist care. In those cases, we provide immediate first aid and reach out to our wide networks to obtain the specialized care when needed. We believe every animal deserves the best care available.
Wild Days Wildlife Shelter receives new animals needing care through many different avenues:
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We believe in continual learning and attend as many ongoing workshops, conference, seminars and learnings as possible to keep up to date with what is best for the rehabilitation of all individual animals that come to Wild Days.
CLICK on the images to learn about the different animals we have in care.
CLICK on the images to learn about the different animals we have in care.
In the Community |
Wildlife Emergencies |
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Wild Days spends a lot of time in the community sharing the wonders of wildlife and showing people how they can make small changes in their lives that will reduce their impact on the environment and wildlife.
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Sadly, when natural disaster strikes, our wildlife takes a big hit. Wild Days continues to be active in any wildlife emergencies where we can help.
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