Kildare Wildlife Rescue

Kildare Wildlife Rescue Kildare Wildlife Rescue (KWR) is a registered charity for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife.

Kildare Wildlife Rescue operate a Wildlife Hospital & Rehabiliation Centre in Kildare Town.

This year, we admitted over 5,000 cases, and our dedicated Help Desk responded to over 11,000 emails asking for guidance...
25/12/2025

This year, we admitted over 5,000 cases, and our dedicated Help Desk responded to over 11,000 emails asking for guidance with animals in need.

From Rescue and Response, to Rehabilitation and Return, none of this would be possible without our team of dedicated volunteers, the fantastic veterinary staff at Grey Abbey and the help of the public identifying these cases and donating towards our work.

It takes a community to care for our precious wildlife. Thank you for being a part of that community.

Have a safe and happy Christmas, and here's to another amazing year of helping Irish Wildlife.

This beautiful Merlin came into care after being found in the middle of the road in Offaly, unable to fly.After a lot of...
19/12/2025

This beautiful Merlin came into care after being found in the middle of the road in Offaly, unable to fly.

After a lot of work, through gavage feeding, pain treatment, and finally, plenty of opportunity and space to practice flying, we are dighted to say they will be making their return to the wild.

Imagine our surprise when we were called out to respond to two leverets on a building site last week. Found in Laois, a ...
18/12/2025

Imagine our surprise when we were called out to respond to two leverets on a building site last week. Found in Laois, a relay was arranged involving the LSPCA and our volunteer responders to get these two babies into care with one of our licensed foster carers in Meath.

Unlike rabbits, hares are born with their eyes open and fully furred. Within hours of being born, they are fully mobile. Their mother leaves them in shallow depressions above ground, only returning to feed them during dusk, keeping them safe from predators. In suitable climates, hares can give birth to the young year round.

These two little leverets are doing amazing in foster care and taking readily from the bottle. They will be cared for in foster until they are independent and ready to return to the wild.

Without the support of the public, we would not be able to offer this level of care for Irish Wildlife. If you would like to support our efforts, please consider joining our Patreon community. As a charity, Patreon memberships form an important part of our funding, and you can join for as little as €5 a month. Becoming a member allows you access to monthly newsletters with behind the scenes insights and exclusive talks with wildlife heroes. Link in bio. www.patreon.com/kwr

This fox was admitted from Cavan after a member of the public found her collapsed in a field following a road traffic co...
16/12/2025

This fox was admitted from Cavan after a member of the public found her collapsed in a field following a road traffic collision.

We received that call late at night, and our transport team quickly got to work organising a cross-country relay to get this vixen the care she urgently needed.

Arriving at the centre after near 2am, Village Vets Grey Abbey quickly got to work in the early morning hours to stabilise the fox, setting two fractures and suturing her wounds closed.

Her prognosis is guarded at the minute. The tramua she endured is a lot to recover from, but she is receiving the best possible care.

Daily, Irish foxes are facing increasing adversities they need to overcome. At KWR, we work 365 days a year caring for foxes that have suffered many hardships largely at the hands of humans. Being hunted for sport is one hardship we have a chance at keeping them safe from. Please contact your TDs and urge them to end Fox Hunting in Ireland.



Join Us for The Wildlife Couch!We are excited for the second installment of this series of free online talks inspired by...
16/12/2025

Join Us for The Wildlife Couch!

We are excited for the second installment of this series of free online talks inspired by our much loved Lunch and Learn sessions for our volunteers. These relaxed and informal talks give us the chance to learn a little bit more about the incredible animals we care for.

Thanks to the generous funding from the Heritage Council, we are now able to bring these talks to you. For this session, we will be talking about the Red Fox, Irelands' last remaining wild canine.

This free online talk is open to everyone with an interest in all things wildlife!

Sign up for your free place on Eventbrite.

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/wildlife-couch-the-red-fox-tickets-1977736579348

This little hedgehog was brought in after being found out during the day with accelerated breathing.The team at Village ...
15/12/2025

This little hedgehog was brought in after being found out during the day with accelerated breathing.

The team at Village Vets Grey Abbey were quick to work, setting this young hedgehog up with pain relief and fluid support. He has made improvements since his admission but still has challenges ahead of him. We are hopeful he will make a full recovery.

If you see a hedgehog out during the day, something is wrong. Make sure you contact your local wildlife rehabilitator for advice.

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This male sparrow hawk came into care after being found dazed in the middle of the road in West Meath. Suspected of havi...
13/12/2025

This male sparrow hawk came into care after being found dazed in the middle of the road in West Meath.

Suspected of having suffered head trauma in a road traffic collision, he was brought into care where he is currently being monitored and gavage fed. He has also been fitted with a tail guard, which protects his tail feathers while in care.

He has improved greatly since his admission and is beginning to self feed. We are optimistic that he will soon make his return to the wild.

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of our wonderful colleagues from Vale Wildlife Hospital for two special one-day ...
12/12/2025

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of our wonderful colleagues from Vale Wildlife Hospital for two special one-day courses this February!

Join us for an engaging first day dedicated to the essential first aid, care, and rehabilitation of hedgehogs. On the second day, we'll explore the fascinating world of basic microscopy.

This marks the inaugural course hosted in Ireland by Vale, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome this opportunity.

For further details and to secure your place, please see the links below.

CVE points will be available for veterinary professionals.

Links in bio.

Basic First Aid, Care & Rehabilitation of Hedgehogs Course – Friday 13th February 2026 - https://tinyurl.com/HFACKildare-13thFeb

What’s Under the Microscope? Basic Microscopy Course – Saturday 14th February 2026 - https://tinyurl.com/MCKildare-14thFeb

This gorgeous male urban fox marks our 180th fox patient this year.Foxes suffer many hardships in Ireland, from habitat ...
12/12/2025

This gorgeous male urban fox marks our 180th fox patient this year.

Foxes suffer many hardships in Ireland, from habitat loss, road traffic collisions, conditions like mange, and other adversities. As Ireland's only remaining wild canine, they play an important role in our ecosystem. We are optimistic that this male will be successfully returned.

Without the support of the public, we would not be able to offer this level of care for Irish Wildlife. If you would like to support our efforts, please consider joining our Patreon community. As a charity, Patreon memberships form an important part of our funding, and you can join for as little as €5 a month. Becoming a member allows you access to monthly newsletters with behind the scenes insights and exclusive talks with wildlife heroes. Link in bio. www.patreon.com/kwr

A common sight across Ireland, rooks are one of Ireland's most social corvids often seen gathering together in great num...
09/12/2025

A common sight across Ireland, rooks are one of Ireland's most social corvids often seen gathering together in great numbers.

From a distance, you may be fooled into thinking these birds lack any colour, but in the right light, their feathers come alive with purples, blues, and reds.

These two adults came in at separate times with wing injuries, but after some pain management and care, they were successfully returned to the wild.

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