Call 1300 369 652 for all wildlife emergencies.
To donate towards the specialised care of native wildlife, please visit www.wildlifewarriors.org.au.
The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital relies soley on public donations and support to continue operating - we do not receive any state or federal government funding. Every dollar counts! Please help us purchase valuable equipment on our wishlist by visiting http://www.everydayhero.com.au/event/azwh_wishlist
The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital is a 24-hr FREE community service that treats all Australian native wildlife. The hospital includes a veterinary facility with an intensive care room and laboratory, outdoor holding facilities, and an orphan enclosure designed specifically for hand-raised koalas to develop climbing skills and minimise contact with human carers before being released back into the bush.
Free vet consultations are available to all registered wildlife carers.
• Over 7500 native animals were admitted in 2011
• Up to 100 emergency phone calls are received every day during busy seasons, and more than 100 calls are received every week during the rest of the year
• Approximately 70% of patients are victims of car accidents or domestic dog and cat attacks
• Up to 65 animals across 11 species are admitted to the hospital on a single day
• Over 100 koalas are in care at any one time during busy seasons, with an average of 70 koalas coming through the hospital every month
• The most commonly admitted wildlife is birds
• The average cost to treat an animal is $150, however koalas are an exception costing on average $1200 each
- Category:
- Non-profit organization