Rescue, Rehabilitate, Rehome, Release & Repeat
Foot prints on our heart
Wildlife rescue and rehabilitation can be the most rewarding and heart breaking professions. We send hours, weeks, months and sometimes years rehabbing animals, only to send them back into a world that doesn't appreciates them, in hopes they get to live out their days wild and free the way they should be.
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A majority of animals we work with are reptiles and bats.
Bats in Australia must only be handled by vaccinated and trained rescuers.
All East Coast Exotic Haven's bat rescuers and cares are fully vaccinated and trained. If you find a bat alone, injured or orphaned DO NOT TOUCH. Call your local rescue immediately or us.
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Proper cleaning of the wound reduces the risk of infection. If bitten or scratched, immediately wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water for at least five minutes. If available, an antiseptic with anti-virus action such as povidone-iodine or alcohol (ethanol) should be applied after washing.
Seek medical advice about the need for Australian Bat Lyssavirus vaccination as soon as possible, preferably on the same day or early in the day after the exposure to the bat occurred. A tetanus injection may also be necessary after a bat bite or scratch.
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All wildlife is handled and cared for in accordance with the Native Conservation Act 1992 and Bio Security; the ultimate goal being to successfully rehabilitate and release to natural habitats. We are fully licensed and trained to handle and rehabilitate native wildlife.
He unfortunately passed away while undergoing surgery to repair suspected dog injury.
Was successfully raised and released after 6 months of care.
He passed at day 7 in care... 3 hour round the clock feeding
He unfortunately passed away while undergoing surgery to repair suspected dog injury.
Since opening 13 April 2018 we have helped over 300 captive bred reptiles and birds, and successfully rehomed approximately 168 souls
over 365 successful reptile relocation's and over
3100 successful wildlife rescues
Alot of wildlife we have handed in have been kept by the person that found them, in an attempt to care for it themselves. It is illegal to keep native fauna if you are not trained and licensed to do so. They also require specialized diet and care. Your good intentions to care for them yourself can be a death sentence to the animal.
