International Animal Rescue IAR
Tiny Orangutan Baby and Mother Rescued from Destroyed Rainforest
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With one of the saddest days in the history of our Costa Rica rescue center passing us by, the need for a new clinic has never been so urgent. Our construction plans have been severely disrupted by ongoing global inflation, causing costs to skyrocket. Can you help us?
Make a donation on our website, LINK IN COMMENTS SECTION!
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A couple of years ago, we called on your support to raise vital funds to build a new rescue center in Costa Rica, featuring a state-of-the-art veterinary clinic. At the time, we secured the funds needed, but the global cost of living crisis and inflation has caused a MAJOR financial setback in our plans.
DONATE ON OUR YOUTUBE FUNDRAISER OR CLICK LINK IN COMMENTS SECTION!
The threats facing wildlife have been getting worse, and our current clinic has been overrun with injured and orphaned wildlife. There has never been a greater need for a new clinic than RIGHT NOW. We had the funds, we had the plans, and we had the hope… but now we need YOU!
Please help us raise an additional $30,000 to get us over the line and complete the build of the clinic. It will play a CRUCICAL part in providing life-saving medical care to rescued animals. We understand that times are tough for everyone, so we greatly appreciate any amount you are able to give. We just want the chance to continue our mission…a chance to give animals the life they deserve!
Kindly donate today at the link in our bio and help us give hope to the hundreds of animals that come into our care every single year. Together, with a new clinic built, we CAN save lives.
Alfie and Rosie were once hidden in the dark, locked away behind large wooden barn doors and heavy metal chains. They would spend their days frantically pacing up and down, clawing at the walls in a desperate attempt for freedom. Their frenzied digging was threatening to bring the building crashing down on them! These cubs had lost their mother after being poached by hunters, and had wandered close to a military base in search of food. The soldiers took pity on them and gave them food and water, before entrusting them to a local man who promised to release the bears back into the countryside.
Instead, the man locked the cubs inside a derelict building, with no food or water in sight. Just pure darkness.
However, in 2019, thanks to a rescue mission organized and orchestrated by our partners, FPWC, and supported by YOU, these two beautiful cubs were given the chance of a new life. They were taken to the rescue center in the Armenian mountains, and have been receiving love and specialist care ever since!
They now spend their days enjoying enrichment activities such as pools and wobble trees, whilst devouring all the fruit they can get their paws on. A life that was once filled with darkness, now brighter than ever before!
Thank you to everyone that supports this lifesaving rescue project in Armenia. This would not have been possible without YOU!
Hayfever sufferers, we’re sure you can relate! Filmed at one of the Wildlife SOS rescue centers in India, this sloth bear was chilling in the sun until they felt that all-too-familiar tingle!
We are dedicated to ensuring the rescued bears live a secure and fulfilling life! We support our partners to provide them with a safe haven resembling their natural habitat, complete with abundant trees, free-roaming forest, bathing pools, regular healthcare, and various forms of enrichment to maintain their overall well-being.
Next time you feel a sneeze coming on, remember this footage and let it out like you mean it!
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Let us introduce you to Nanjung, a sun bear who lost his leg after a tragic encounter with a hunter’s snare. Despite his ordeal, Nanjung's tale is one of enduring strength and resilience that we are thrilled to share on this #throwbackthursday!
In November 2019, the BKSDA along with our partners at YIARI were first alerted to Nanjung's plight. Locals had reported the presence of the bear, leading to their immediate response. The scene that met them was heartbreaking; the snare had cruelly tightened around Nanjung’s paw, inflicting severe damage and necessitating an amputation.
In the aftermath of the operation, Nanjung spent a crucial six weeks under the expert care of YIARI. Their unwavering attention ensured his proper healing and before long, Nanjung was deemed fit to return to his natural environment!
Thanks to a partnership with PT Ketapang Industri Forest, Nanjung could be released into a secure forest area, giving him the liberty to explore to his heart's content. Despite only have three legs, the inherent resilience of his species gave YIARI a lot of hope for his future survival.
Reflecting on moments like this really warms our hearts! All animals, big or small, play a huge part in our planet’s biodiversity and must be protected at all costs!
#bears #wildlife #animalrelease #amazing
Since many of the animals in our care have lost their mothers, it is important that they learn the essential skills needed to survive in the wild. This is where our dedicated team steps in, providing not just medical care, but also teaching them how to forage for food, navigate their natural habitat, and interact with their own kind.
We believe in a world where every animal is free, wild, and safe in their natural environment. Drop us a follow and join us on this mission!
Sterilization, a surgical procedure removing reproductive organs, makes animals infertile and helps control overpopulation. This might sound like a small change, but the ripple effects are significant!
🐕🐕 It avoids unwanted animal births and prevents overpopulation.
💉It helps reduce the risk of an animals developing certain health conditions
🐱 It can reduce aggression and the risk of biting, leading to fewer injuries among animals.
💊 Importantly, it also helps reduce the risk of zoonotic diseases like rabies, protecting both animal and human health.
😀😺Together, these benefits lead to healthier, happier animals coexisting more peacefully in the communities they live alongside.
This is just one part of the broader 'One Health' approach YIARI believes in, which encompasses not just animal health, but also human health and the health of our environment. Every action counts towards creating a world where humans and animals coexist in sustainable ecosystems.
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Their wild adventures involve scaling tall trees in search of food and a safe haven in case of any predators below!
Shoutout to our partners at Wildlife SOS. Their rescue centers are like a home away from home for these bears, mimicking their natural habitats. Thanks to their efforts, these bears can have a happy and healthy life and stay mentally and physically stimulated with loads of fun enrichment activities!
Don’t be lazy sloth, get active like a sloth bear and drop us a follow to stay up to date with the lifesaving animal projects across the world!
Yesterday, we unveiled a powerful documentary that turns the spotlight onto the inspiring women of IAR Costa Rica Center, who work tirelessly to save the lives of injured and orphaned animals in need. Their untold stories of bravery, compassion, and relentless dedication deserve your attention!
But today we wanted to do something different. With today being Mother’s Day, we wanted to shine a light on the brave and resilient women who act as surrogate mothers to these poor animals at the IAR Costa Rica Center.
The women who make these miraculous recoveries possible.
The women who open their hearts and arms to each and every animal.
The women who save the lives.
Without them, there would be no happy endings and no stories to share with you.
So now it’s time to tell their story.
Get ready for a tale of inspiration and hope! This Mother's Day (Sunday 14th May), we're highlighting the courageous women behind the scenes at our IAR Costa Rica Center. They're the surrogate mothers who heal, nurture and save the lives of countless animals. They are truly the backbone of this lifesaving project, and we can’t wait to share their stories with you!
THE LINK WILL BE IN OUR BIO ON SUNDAY!
But don’t worry… his story has a happy ending!
Owls are nocturnal creatures, using the moonlight to hunt for their dinner. However, younger owls are prone to the occasional stumble, and miss their intended target. This can leave them grounded, appearing injured to people passing by and also vulnerable to cat attacks.
After a thorough veterinary check-up and 24 hours under watchful eyes, it turned out this beautiful owl was perfectly fine and was released back into the wild, ready to continue his nocturnal adventures!
Keep up to date with our animal rescue projects and drop us a follow if you’re not already, we regularly sharing amazing content just like this!
To each and every individual who participated in Cakes for Apes, no matter where you are on this planet, your support enables YIARI to continue their vital orangutan conservation work. By organizing bake sales, raffling cakes, purchasing treats, or simply making a donation, you help to give orangutans a second chance to live safely in their natural environment.
If you missed the opportunity to join in but still wish to contribute to a brighter future for orangutans, it's not too late! You can make a difference by donating here: cakes4apes.org/donate
We sincerely hope you enjoyed being a part of Cakes for Apes this year, just as much as we did! We've been thrilled to see all of your wonderful cake creations. Please share your experiences and photos by commenting on this post.
We extend our deepest gratitude for your dedication, ingenuity, and generosity. Together, we're baking the world a better place!
So we thought with the little time we have left, we will give you NINE final reasons why your DOUBLED donation will make such an incredible impact!
Why NINE? Well this is because it is the exact same number of ‘UN Sustainable Development Goals’ (SDGs) this Mangrove Restoration project ran by our partners YIARI will support.
😊 NO POVERTY – With change driven by the community, this will boost the local economy and prosperity.
🍽️ ZERO HUNGER – Food security can be provided as these ecosystems are vital breeding and feeding grounds.
💚 GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING – Restoring mangroves provides natural barriers against storms, provides clean water and reduces the risk of water-borne diseases.
👭 GENDER EQUALITY – Female-led initiatives like the eco-poly pot creation empowers local women!
💰 DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH – Conservation and sustainable development brings in jobs and opportunities.
🌟 SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES – Communities will benefit in the long term by becoming resilient, productive and safe.
♻️ RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION – Sustainable farming methods, and the use of biodegradable materials replaced practices that harm the environment.
🌏 CLIMATE ACTION – Mangroves are incredible at storing large amounts of carbon, mitigating the effects of climate change.
🐾 LIFE ON LAND – These trees provide habitat for a diverse range of animal species, protect shorelines from erosion and the livelihoods thousands of people.
Donate to our Green Match Fund fundraiser and help keep the magic of these incredible mangroves alive! Until this Thursday, all donations are doubled. And as of this post, we still need to raise approximately $3700/£3000 – so please donate as soon as you can! LINK IN COMMENTS!
Mangroves are truly amazing ecosystems that provide a wealth of benefits for our planet and the local communities situated beside them. They act as a natural barrier against coastal erosion and storms, support precious biodiversity, and are incredible carbon sinks, storing up to five times more carbon per unit area than other forests!
Our partners, YIARI, are aiming to plant 15,000 of these super-saplings, but cannot do it without YOUR help! You only have TWO days left to have your donation doubled! All donations will go directly towards their mangrove restoration project, helping them to restore 24 hectares of habitat!
Hurry and make your donation today before the campaign is over!
Now is the PERFECT time to double your impact and help build a brighter, greener world for every single living thing on the planet! And for the next week we will be sharing information from our partners YIARI telling you exactly where you money will be going and why they are so transformative!
Your doubled donations WILL make a significant impact on YIARI's crucial mangrove restoration project in Indonesia, which aims to:
Restore and protect 24 hectares of vital mangrove ecosystems, including the wildlife within
Enhance gender equality and empower local communities
Train hundreds of people promoting sustainable livelihoods and organic farming techniques
So what are you waiting for? Head on over to our bio before April 27th (when the event ends) and make one of the greenest donations EVER! Let’s work together to protect and restore the magical mangroves!
The plight of howler monkeys in Costa Rica due to the dangers posed by uninsulated power lines and transformers has recently been covered in a Daily Beast article by Noah Kirsch.
Deforestation and uncontrolled development continue to drive the monkeys down to the ground or onto the power cables, which is not only a problem for the monkeys but also for public safety. Our veterinary director, Fran, who has been quoted in this article has been living with the devastating effects of wildlife electrocutions for many years and has voiced his concerns.
While there has been some collaborative effort to implement reactive mitigation measures to alleviate the problem, it is clear that far more needs to be done. 2022 was the worst year on record for electrocutions.
Our Stop The Shocks program has been running for many years, we work closely with government agencies, electric companies, other organizations and individuals. We are proud of what we have achieved together; however, this reactive approach will only get us so far. It is great that hotspots are identified and remedied but, we can’t keep up and we are still seeing more electrocutions than ever.
A proactive approach is desperately needed, backed up with appropriate regulation and enforcement. It cannot be right that trees are cleared and unsafe electricity equipment is installed in precious forested areas without any scrutiny. We understand that development is a key part of the economy; however, this must be done sustainably and using a nature positive approach. What is currently happening is clearly at odds with Costa Rica’s green credentials.
Without a more proactive, strategic, regulatory approach, we will always be playing catch-up with reactive mitigation measures. With continued collaboration and the will from all stakeholders to fix the problem, it is entirely solvable. We can then ensure a brighter future for the howler monkeys of Costa Rica.
In February, this little warrior was entrusted to YIARI, by West Java BKSDA after they received him from the Bogor BKSDA. Sadly, Apem arrived with cut teeth and an infection , which led to severe inflammation in his teeth and gums.
His condition was severe! But as you can see in this video, under the watchful eye of vet Indri Saptorini Apem has been receiving the love and care he deserves 💙Starting with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory meds, followed by a careful tooth extraction operation, he has been healing day by day!
Though we would love to see Apem thriving in the wild, his missing teeth make it impossible, as they're crucial for both finding food and self-defence 🌳. However, despite this, YIARI will do everything they can to give Apem the best life possible at the rescue center!
Thank you to everyone that supports the slow loris project, without you, Apem wouldn’t have stood a chance!
To learn more about the lifesaving work conducted by us and our partners, be sure to give us a follow.
Each year, we are massively impressed by the creativity our supporters demonstrate through their events and bakes. We have seen a variety of cake stalls at local markets, small cake sales in offices, and even beautifully designed orangutan cakes!
Recently, we organized a cake sale near our UK office in Uckfield, East Sussex, to raise funds for orangutans in need. In just a couple of hours, we raised £142, which we are quite pleased with!
But now, we would love to see photos and videos of your bakes and events this year. Please share them on social media using the hashtag #CakesforApes or send them to us on a private message so we can check them out!
Thank you to everyone that has signed up! We look forward to seeing what you all get up to! 😊
Normally these cameras are purely used to keep an eye on the bears at all times for monitoring purposes, but we thought, why not share these beautiful and natural moments with you too. Especially considering YOU are the reason these bears have a second chance in the care of our partners.
Who else can’t wait for the bears to poke their heads out and return to Spring’s sun? ☀️
Who remembers Millie? Back in 2021, Millie was rescued by our partners, Wildlife SOS, after being caught in a snare for several days. She was found in a terrible condition, suffering from dehydration and a severely infected wound. It’s been a few months since posted about her in September, so on this #throwbackthursday we’re back with another exciting update!
Millie has come a long way since her rescue. She can't return to the wild due to her injury and ongoing medical treatments, but she's living her best life at the Wildlife SOS rescue center in Bannerghatta, surrounded by a rich biodiversity of the Bannerghatta Biological Park and a habitat that closely resembles her natural forest home.
This brave bear has grown close to a bear called Mithali in a neighboring enclosure. When they meet up, they spend time play-wrestling, climbing trees, and exploring enrichment activities together. Despite the loss of her limb, Millie has regained a lot of her athletic ability and can even climb trees for some afternoon naps!
To aid her care, Millie is given multivitamins and liver supplements hidden within fruits and dates. The medicines often have to be stuffed deep within fruits, because if she notices their presence, she will become very fussy with her food! But the team are always up for the challenge of keeping Millie healthy and happy.
Millie's journey may have been a difficult one, but your support and donations have helped her heal and find happiness again. Follow us for more updates on her progress! Together, we can ensure that Millie's remaining days are filled with love and adventure.
We would really love to reach 1500 sign ups before the end of the month. So if you haven’t signed up, please do so today! No matter how much you raise, you will be a part of something really special!
Get involved: www.cakes4apes.org
Cakes for Apes is our global baking event that raises vital funds for orangutans. The event has suffered over the last couple of years as a result of the pandemic but we are determined to make Cakes for Apes 2022 the best year yet and we need your help! Sign up today and join our amazing family of Cakes for Apes fundraisers.
You’re not you when you’re hungry, especially when you’re a fledgling Tovi parakeet! In order to grow big and strong, these little ones need all the nutrition they can possibly get!
As many of you already know, we successfully raised the $10,000 needed to purchase VITAL life-saving equipment for our Costa Rica rescue center! We came to you in a time of need, with hundreds of you making generous donations to help us reach our target!
As promised to the animals and to you, we've already started purchasing the equipment, and we're excited to share some photos of the equipment that has arrived so far. The incubators, monitors, gas anaesthesia machine, and dart gun are going to make a massive difference in our ability to rescue and treat suffering animals in need. 🏥
Please note that this is just the first batch, with more equipment still to be delivered. We will keep you updated as the rest of the equipment arrives at the center. 🚚
The monitors in these photos have already been used in lifesaving surgeries for howler monkeys!
We couldn't have done this without you, our amazing supporters. Your donations, big or small, have made a HUGE difference to the lives of suffering animals in Costa Rica, especially at this very busy time!
On behalf of our entire staff at the rescue center, and, most importantly, the animals in our care, we express our deepest gratitude. Thank you so much for your continued support!
Please like and share this post to show what the power of your donations can have. And stay tuned for updates on the impact of this new equipment on the lives of the animals we rescue!
Did you know that Indonesia is home to some of the world's most biodiverse rainforests, which are teeming with life? From the 25,000 species of beautiful, flowering plants to the amazing orangutans that live high in the trees, they all play a crucial role in maintaining our planet's climate and ecosystems!
Our partners, YIARI, are incredibly passionate about conserving rainforests and the wildlife that call it home. Working with local communities, they restore the rainforest by planting trees as well as take important steps to protect it for future generations, including some amazing achievements such as:
💚 54 ex-loggers and 15 ex-hunters enrolled in programmes which protect the environment
🪴 21,500 eco-friendly plants pots produced to grow seedlings in the restoration project
🌱15,600 seedlings planted over a 12 month period
Today is all about celebrating the beautiful rainforests we all depend on, so if you’d like to learn more about the work YIARI carries out on a daily basis, visit our website: internationalanimalrescue.org/our-work/environment
While you’re reading it, we invite you to donate a tree and help this incredible work continue! 😊
The rescue centers are home to injured and vunerable animals, many of which are sadly orphaned after their mothers were poached, killed or died in the wild. We've bundled together a special selection of virtual gifts to support their journey to recovery called “A Mother’s Love”!
This wonderful bundle contains:
A virtual bear hug 🐻 🤗,
A fruit basket 🍎🍌,
And a warm hot water bottle 💧
Your generosity will help fill the void in their lives, offering the warmth and nourishment that was once provided by their mothers.
Join us in giving the gift of love today and help these animals thrive!
P.S. To our UK supporters, don’t forget that Mother's Day is this Sunday! A virtual gift on behalf of a mother figure in your life could be a thoughtful way to celebrate the love and warmth of mothers everywhere! 💐🇬🇧
🌳 🧘♂️ All levels welcome, from beginners to experts
🏠 Practice at home, attend a class, or organize a group session
💚 Dedicate your practice to planet Earth
🌱 Make a $7 optional donation to plant a tree in the Indonesian rainforest
All money raised will not only play a crucial role in reversing climate change and boosting biodiversity, but also provide alternative livelihoods, empower women and provide marginalized communities with access to healthcare and education.
Let's come together and make a difference for a more sustainable future.
Learn more and sign up now: internationalanimalrescue.org/earth-day-yoga
🇬🇧 If you live in the UK and are interested in an in-person yoga class on Earth Day, sign up for our 'Sunset Yoga' class taking place in Peacehaven, East Sussex, and embrace mother earth with a beautiful sunset behind you!
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This beautiful howler monkey, Eva, tragically became an orphan when her mother was killed by a dog in Santa Cruz, Costa Rica. She was incredibly lucky to survive the attack, sustaining only minor injuries!
After arriving into our care, Eva joined ‘Mango Troop’, a group of infant howler monkeys that support each other throughout their rehab. Without a mother to look after her, the team stepped in and helped Eva learn everything she would need to survive in the wild, from foraging to climbing!
Watch this video to learn what happened next!
And of course, if you enjoyed what you’ve seen, feel free to subscribe to us if you’re not already!
Fun fact: Raccoons are omnivores, this means they eat both plants and animal matter! Fruits like watermelon and apple provide raccoons with energy, hydration, and nutrients like vitamins and minerals.
At our rescue center in Costa Rica, we do everything we can to ensure that the animals are provided with enough nutrients to recover from their injuries, which is why there’s always a big plate of juicy fruit ready for them to devour!
Inside an adoption pack, you will find:
An optional soft toy 🧸
A personalized certificate 📝
A photo of the selected animal 🦧
A fact sheet 📰
Regular and exclusive email updates on the animal throughout the adoption 📧
And if you’re in the UK, you will know that mother’s day is coming up next week, so congratulations… you’ve just found the BEST mother’s day gift ever! 😉
Virtual adoptions cost as little as $6/£4 a month or $72/£48 as a one-off adoption that lasts a whole year!
All proceeds will go directly towards the care of suffering animals who require specialist and costly medical treatment every single day.
Kindly adopt today and give the gift that saves lives ❤️
Found across the Americas, they are easily recognisable by their black underbellies, chestnut plumage, and bright pink legs!
But what really makes them stand out is their behavior - they're not shy at all! Black-bellied whistling ducks are often seen perching on tree branches, and they even nest in tree cavities instead of on the ground like most other ducks.
Unfortunately, their gentle tendencies often bring them into contact with humans in built-up areas. Urban development in Costa Rica is a threat to a huge variety of wildlife in Costa Rica, and our team work around the clock making sure injured and orphaned wildlife can eventually return home!
Like and subscribe if you think whistling ducks are AWESOME!
Today, on this International Women’s Day we wanted to bring you words from Indonesia’s first ever all-female firefighting force. In footage shared by our partners YIARI, Eli, Kristinayun, Kusnira, Ani and Mrs Maimunah speak about their Power of Mama experiences and what it means to be a part of this community development and gender empowerment initiative.
The Power of Mama is inspiring local women to play an active role in forest firefighting to protect the rainforest and wildlife within, as well educating communities living on the edge of the forest.
These incredible women are living examples of this year’s International Women’s Day theme – ‘Embrace Equity.’ They have taken on roles traditionally held by men, revolutionizing attitudes towards the role of women in their communities, while also protecting the natural environment.
🗣️ As Mrs Maimunah powerfully puts it: “At first, I was just a housewife, but now I can move forward into the future”
This year, the predicted return of the El Nino climate phenomenon threatens to send global temperatures soaring higher than ever, increasing the risk of severe heatwaves, droughts and fires. The need for the Power of Mama teams has never been greater.
Please support the Power of Mama this International Women’s Day by liking and sharing this post. Let's celebrate the power of women and embrace equity together. Thank you.
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Their years of dedication has helped raise nearly $100,000! Helping orangutans like Budi, Gito, Rickina, and many others overcome the trauma of their pasts. This work would not be possible without donations!
Cakes for Apes is a baking fundraiser that raises money through the delicious power of cake! Visit the LINK IN THE COMMENTS SECTION, grab your mixing bowls and join a global community of bakers who are dedicated to the conservation of orangutans and their critical rainforest habitat!
This powerful message emphasizes that the natural world plays a vital role in every aspect of our lives and that a world without wildlife and nature is unthinkable.
Human actions threaten more species with extinction now than ever before, with around one million species facing extinction. 🦏
We must act decisively to transform our devastating impact on wildlife and nature into a force for good that aims to protect, restore, and conserve our natural world. 🌳
Let's keep the pressure up on governments and decision makers to deliver on their promise of urgent action to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.
Meet Salazar, the boa imperator!
This slithery specimen was rescued by our team and is now at our center in Costa Rica. Although snakes are typically considered fearsome, boa imperators tend to keep humans off the menu and prefer to eat mammals, birds and lizards. Salazar is currently awaiting a biopsy so our vets can assist her condition.
Boa imperators, also known as common boas, are non-venomous and can grow up to 12 feet long. They're found in Central and South America and come in all sorts of interesting patterns, from bright reds to deep browns. Like other boa species, they are ‘crepuscular ambush predators’, which simply means they prefer to hunt during twilight hours. They also use constriction as a way to kill their prey.
Are you a fan of snakes? We don’t often post snakes on our YouTube channel, so we’d love to hear your thoughts or other fun facts about snakes in the comments section!
This Ape-ril, join the global baking fundraiser that helps saves orangutans! cakes4apes.org/sign-up
After such challenging times, we are determined to make Cakes for Apes 2023 the best yet! Sign up, bake cakes and use them to raise money for orangutans in need!
Get started at the link in our bio and help bake a difference! 🦧 #orangutans #cakesforapes #cakesforapes2023 #cakes #baking #charity #animals #wildlife #apes
We are almost overwhelmed with the amount of injured wildlife arriving in our care this year, and although our vets are more than capable of delivering the expert care they need, our equipment is failing and needs to be replaced ASAP!
We are $3000 short of our $10,000 target. If we raise the full amount we can buy everything we need, from incubators, to gas anaesthesia machines and medical monitors. If you can donate, please visit the link in the comments section and help us give animals like Edwin the life that they deserve!
Thank you to everyone that has donated so far, we deeply appreciate your support at this desperate time.
As you can see, the specialist pole they used to get the tamandua down to safety wasn’t the most efficient means of rescue. With urban development in Costa Rica fragmenting wildlife habitat, situations like this are becoming more and more common as wildlife use power lines to cross built-up areas.
The amount of rescues already this year is extremely high! This is why we desperately need donations to purchase a dart gun. This is a safe tool we use in multiple projects around the world, including rescuing orangutans in Indonesia! This will allow our rescue team to reach animals in dangerous situations without reduced risk to themselves and the animal. Please kindly make a donation at the link in the comments: internationalanimalrescue.org/appeal/costa-rica-equipment-appeal?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tamandua and help us bring more wildlife to safety!
We can’t do this without you!
In fact, Charlotte would eventually become strong enough to be released, but this story would have had a sad ending if it wasn’t for the equipment available to our vets at the time. Some of this equipment has since broken, and a large influx of injured wildlife has exuberated our need to replace them ASAP!
So far this year, we have received nearly TWENTY howlers in need of our lifesaving support! That’s approx. one injured howler every other day!
If anyone out there can help us, we desperately need to raise $10,000 to replace items such as medical monitors, gas anaesthesia machines and incubators to name a few. These are items that save lives on a daily basis, and our work would not be possible without them… and without YOU!
Please kindly make a donation at the link in the comments section and give injured animals like Charlotte the chance to be free!
We desperately need to purchase new medical equipment to replace broken items and to keep up with the demand of rescued animals. If you’re able to help us with a donation, please visit the following link: internationalanimalrescue.org/appeal/costa-rica-equipment-appeal?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=costa_rica_equipment&utm_content=marty
Liking and sharing this post will also help us MASSIVELY!
Marty the kinkajou literally owes his life to the medical equipment that our vets used to treat him from his wounds. Marty was one animal of many, in a recent influx of injured animals rushed through our doors. The beeping you can hear in this video comes from a monitor, a very important device that is used on animals when they first arrive at the center. It helps vets assess the amount of trauma inflicted on the animal and devise an appropriate treatment plan to help them recover.
As a charity, our work is only possible thanks to the support of our donors. If you’re able to help us replace important medical equipment during this incredibly busy time for our center, it would be hugely appreciated. Thank you to everyone that has donated so far, you are all incredible!
Worryingly, two of our incubators have recently broken, so we desperately need to replace them to give more infant animals that come into our care the chance of returning to the wild! – DONATE LINK IN COMMENTS!
Tragedy struck for these two young squirrels when strong winds knocked their nest out of a tree. Despite our best efforts to return them to their mother, she never came back for them. We then decided to rush them into the center to start their journey to recovery.
Our veterinary team gave them a complete check-up and it was determined that the best option was to stay in the new incubator, which provides warmth to young animals that aren't ready for the temperature outside just yet.
We dare not imagine what would have happened if we didn’t have working incubators for Scrat and Rocky. With more than 100 different animals benefiting from these incubators every year, we cant stress how important it is that we raise the funds to buy a new incubator.
So please donate today, and if you can’t please consider liking and sharing this post so more people can hear Scrat and Rocky’s story!
Here is Fran, our Vet Director explaining the importance of these lifesaving pieces of equipment for infant animals that arrive in our care!
More than 100 different types of animals require these incubators every year. Please make a donation and help us reach our target of $10,000 so we can replace these incubators and other vital pieces of kit. We have seen a huge influx of wildlife arriving at our center, and we are struggling to keep up with the demand!
New 28” ‘Avey incubators’ come with a nebulizer attachment and oxygen concentrator, and they greatly increase the chances of survival for the infant wildlife that sadly arrive into our care. We desperately need them in order to replace incubators that previously broke down.
Thank you.
internationalanimalrescue.org/appeal/costa-rica-equipment-appeal?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=costa_rica_equipment&utm_content=gallery
It is an incredibly busy time for our staff at the rescue center. Our Vet Director Fran has reported we are seeing a huge influx of injured wildlife arrive into our care, and our equipment is being pushed to the limit in our efforts to treat every single one of them.
Animals are arriving with severe burns after being electrocuted by uninsulated power cables, others have been hit by cars or attacked by other animals. WE ARE SWAMPED!
We need funds to purchase FOUR vital pieces of equipment that will enable us to rescue and treat every single suffering animal in need!
We desperately need to purchase the following items:
🌡️Incubators - to keep baby animals warm and allow them to survive early, critical stages of their recovery.
📟 Monitors to find out important information about an animal’s condition to help us provide further treatment.
⚕️ A Gas Anaesthesia Machine to carry out surgeries safely and effectively.
🔫 A dart gun to assist in the rescue of animals who may be out of reach of our team and will allow our staff to approach the animal safely.
Our center is entirely funded by the generosity of the public. If there’s anybody out there who can help, even just a few dollars will make a massive difference. Thank you so much for your support!
As winter grips the Armenian countryside, the FPWC rescue center is a little bit quieter than usual. Instead of splashing in pools, bashing wobble trees or running around their large enclosures; bears are conserving their energy, packing on the fat, and getting ready for a long frosty slumber!
When they emerge from their cosy dens in the spring and shake off the equivalent of a bear hangover (think Monday mornings but 10 times worse), they will stuff their furry faces with lots of nutritious food prepared in advance by the FPWC staff. They will then have free reign of their enclosures, with lots of enrichment activities available for them to enjoy!
internationalanimalrescue.org/projects/indian-sloth-bear/rose?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=valentine%27s_day_2022
As much as roses make a fantastic gift, we are 100% convinced that virtually adopting a certain bear named Rose is a far better alternative! Especially if that special someone is a big animal lover!
Sloth bear Rose was rescued by our partners, Wildlife SOS, in 2016 after losing her limb in a hunter’s snare. For several years, she has been receiving costly medical and rehabilitative treatment ENTIRELY funded by people just like YOU!
Sure, a big bouquet of roses and a box of chocolates makes a wonderful gift, but it’s probably the most common Valentine’s gift in human history. Ditch the Roses and gift your loved one a Rose adoption pack.
Each pack includes:
🧸 A soft toy of Rose (optional, included in postal pack)
📝 Personalized certificate with their name on it
🖼 Framed photo of Rose chilling at the rescue center
📃 A fact sheet that details Rose’s incredible story of survival
🐻 Regular updates on Rose’s progress made possible BY YOU!
Virtual adoptions are a far more sustainable way of showing your affection and can last a lifetime! 😊 It’s a gift that keeps on giving!
Adopt Rose for a loved one today and make a real difference to suffering sloth bears! 🥰
Thank you.


