Rehabber's Den

Executive Director

I believe I am one of the lucky few who have been surrounded by animals all their life, and have had the opportunity to develop this insatiable passion into a highly fulfilling career.

My very first ‘rescue’ was when I was four years old. A squirrel had gotten into my sister’s pigeon house and couldn’t find his way out. Little as we were, my sis put her hand in to get the lil' fellow out. The scared squirrel bit her and she ran in to get mum. Wanting to help, I too tried, got bitten and ran back crying. Luckily for the squirrel, I left the door open in my haste and he found his way out. ‘N this is how it all began…

My desire to make this world a better place for animals took me to Edinburgh in 2005 for an MSc in Wildlife Biology and Conservation. Since then I have travelled and worked with numerous species of animals – big ‘n small, but after dabbling in conservation and research, my heart has truly found its way back home to healing and wildlife rehabilitation. I am deeply interested in Evolutionary Adaptations, Niche Utilization and Wildlife Conservation, but most of all, in Animal Behaviour and Welfare. I specialise in the care and rehabilitation of small mammals and birds, hand-rearing in particular, and take absolute pleasure in helping people to do the same.

Through Rehabber’s Den, I sincerely hope to influence and enhance the rehabilitation potential and quality of life of many more animals that will be touched by human hands!