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Caring for wildlife

In this section we will outline the requirements for being a carer, some basic first aid and animal handling techniques.

• So you want to be a wildlife carer
• Dangers in caring for wildlife
• Permits required in caring for wildlife
• What to do if you find a sick, injured or orphaned animal
• Handling animals
• Ways to prevent human made orphans
• Longer term care
• Record keeping

Last updated: 01 September 2005

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