With over 10,000 British wildlife casualties coming through their doors every year, Tiggywinkles is considered the world’s busiest wildlife teaching hospital.
The organization is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating all species of British wildlife. Their patients range from small hedgehogs to full-grown deer; they help injured animals recover then release them back into the wild when they are fully fit.
“Medical treatment is carried out by a team of trained veterinary nurses and specialist consultant veterinary surgeons. This enables us to give our patients ground breaking treatment and the best possible care,” reads the website. “The experiences of our Hospital staff are helping many of the millions of casualties across the world, most of which are now being looked after thanks to the positive attitude of Tiggywinkles.”
The hospital has a solid base of membership and relies on donations from the general public and sponsors. They also offer tours at their visitor center, set in their beautiful gardens in the heart of the Chilterns countryside. It’s home to some of their permanent animals who cannot be returned to the wild. Check out their latest updates below.
