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Welcome to the website for Wyre Forest Hedgehog Rescue Statistics show that the hedgehogs of Britain are dying out at a rate of about a fifth of the population every four years. By 2025, they could all be gone.  We have always had a passion for hedgehogs. For years we have fed them and watched them in our garden. As our interest grew we started looking after hedgehogs for a local animal charity who's primary objectives were to aid dogs and cats. Being animal lovers, this charity would also take in young mammals and this is where we took on the role of caring for our prickly friends. Due to the effort and dedication involved with caring for them, we decided to expand our efforts and raise funds so that we could take in more casualties and orphans. Our goal at Wyre Forest Hedgehog Rescue is to help sick and injured hedgehogs in the Wyre Forest, Kidderminster, Bewdley and Stourport area and return them to their rightful habitat as and when they are strong enough. We raise young orphaned hoglets and over winter them if necessary to give them a chance of survival the following year. Last year we had a large shed erected in our garden which is insulated and heated so we can house smaller hoglets which need to be kept warm. We also have 5 small mammal hutches which were donated and are sited outside, to house larger hedgehogs. In April 2008 we released our late autumn juveniles via a week in a large pre-release pen where they learn to forage for food. These hoglets had previously been fed and nurtured to an acceptable weight before they went into hibernation last December. As we are self funded we have to rely on the kindness and generosity of the public for donations and help which we are truly grateful for, as this enables us to carry on our work. If you would like to make a donation, no matter how small, you can do so on the 'Your support' page. Every penny goes towards the welfare of the hedgehogs in our care. If you find a sick or injured hedgehog, it is essential to keep it warm. If possible wrap it in a towel, put it on a warm water bottle (not hot) and take it to your nearest vet. If not, please contact us and we will see what we can suggest or do. Please read the 'Frequently asked questions' section for advice on what to do if you come across a sick or injured hedgehog. Sometimes we have hedgehogs which need re-homing, if you are interested please contact us. A hedgehog fact sheet can be downloaded from Hog Watch by clicking here There are many hedgehog 'carers' all over the country. A list of which can be found on the British Hedgehog Preservation Society's website which can be found athttp://www.britishhedgehogs.org.uk/ |
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