Orphan Rearing & Fostering Course

A two-day specialist course covering orphan rearing, fostering techniques, nutrition, husbandry, and release preparation. Designed for rehabilitators, and anyone involved in wildlife care.

Orphan Rearing & Fostering

WRI is delighted to present our 2 Day Orphan Rearing & Fostering Course

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On this two day course we focus on the rearing and fostering of orphaned Irish birds and mammals. Over the two days you will learn about appropriate housing, feeding techniques, recommended food and equipment for the short term, the dos and don’ts of orphan rearing & fostering, as well as rehabilitation licences, and examples of forms that will make your record keeping run more smoothly.

We will also have practical sessions which will include identifying the young of different species, intake procedures, handling advice, clinical exam and crop feeding, content of a “foster kit”, and lots of interaction and networking opportunities.

Day 1 Programme

Day 1

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM

Registration & coffee

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Introduction to wildlife rehabilitation Ireland, Legislation, Principles of rehabilitation,
Fostering, Housing & Equipment, First aid, Intake & Identification,
Handling & restraint, Clinical examination
Fluid therapy, Nutrition & Feeding techniques

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Skills and Practical; Session 1 (on cadavers)

Intake and clinical examination
Identifying the young of different species

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM

Coffee Break

3:20 PM – 5:30 PM

Skills and Practical; Session 2 (on cadavers)

Fluid administration in birds and mammals

Day 2 Programme

Day 2

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM

Coffee

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Triage, Feeding techniques, Species-specific rearing for mammals
Species-specific rearing for birds, Baby bird housing,

Nutritional considerations, Hygiene, Enrichment, Release

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Skills and practicals; Session 3 (on cadavers)

Handling & feeding techniques
Gavage/tube feeding

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM

Coffee

3:20 PM – 5:30 PM

Skills and practicals; Session 4

Enrichment suggestions
Creating of a “foster kit”

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Fees

General Admission –

Expert Training, Ethically Priced

Despite our courses being taught by International experts in their field that WRI fly over from the UK, plus the significant additional value gained from the course having a 50% practical component, our courses are offered at greatly subsidised fees.

WRI’s belief is that education is fundamental to attaining our mission; to promote and advance wildlife rehabilitation, welfare and protection so we prioritise education over profit subject to covering costs. Any profits are ploughed straight back into WRI’s charitable activities.

WRI Grant Assistance

One of the aims of the WRI is to offer support to those caring for wildlife.
WRI grants will mainly be given for capital projects, equipment, veterinary fees or attendance at educational events, however, each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a WRI grant application form or more information please email us at enquiries@wri.ie

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Venue

Colaiste na hInse school, Coast Road, Bettystown, Meath, A92NY30, Ireland

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“Should be compulsory for vets and nurses, to aid us in the treatment of our much-neglected native wildlife.”

“So educational and inspiring!”

“Knowing what you can do and being happy with that”

“Interesting talks, variety of topics, learned lots of small new things as well as the big picture – get involved!”

“Anyone interested in helping wildlife would really benefit from meeting likeminded people and share knowledge and mentors.”

“It’s always nice to refresh skills and knowledge no matter how long you’ve been in rehab.”

“Brilliant course with amazing people with a wealth of knowledge”

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