WILDLIFE MOUNTAIN

Red-Neck wallaby joey

March 2010

Tiny joey's such as this little female Red-neck wallaby are unfortunately often orphaned as a result of ar accidents where mum has been killed. If they are rescued straight away and not left in the pouch to go cold they have a good chance of recovery as long as they have not been injured. The pouch is often not damaged in accidents and as such the joey will be unharmed.

This little one was in good condition as the motorist that unfortunately hit mum stopped and called for help, and this is how the joey arrived at Wildlife Mountain.

The first few days went well, joey settled in and we named her Melony after her rescuer.

It soon became apparent that she was allergic to the milk formula, it can happen although it is rare, the formula was immediately changed over to another suitable wallaby milk and she seemed to improve, however her skin looked red and inflamed and as she had not require heat even though she was un furred and only weighed 350 gram her skin condition made little sense.

She was taken to the vet who diagnosed a skin infection possibly caused by her immune system being debilitated as often happens due to stress of orphaning, having had an allergic reaction to the formula would also have lowered her immune system, so she is now being treated for the skin condition.

She is adding good weight, so we hope all will be alright real soon, and will keep you informed as to her condition.

March 2010

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We would also like to acknowledge the amazing support and help we have had from the Lismore Vet Clinic who have been an invaluable support to both us and the native wildlife of this region.

All native birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles are proteced under the Wildlife Act 1975, they may not be captured or harmed in any way without an authority issued under the Wildlife Act.

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