{"id":2335,"date":"2024-10-29T13:25:15","date_gmt":"2024-10-29T13:25:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/advice\/dog-advice\/"},"modified":"2025-03-13T11:35:04","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T11:35:04","slug":"injured-advice","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.scottishspca.org\/advice\/injured-advice\/","title":{"rendered":"Injured Animals"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Injured Animals<\/h1>\n

If you find an injured wild animal, we have advice on what to do.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>

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What to do if you find an injured wild animal<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you find an injured wild animal, it can be hard to know what to do. Wild animals can be unpredictable when approached by humans, particularly when they\u2019re in pain and frightened, so it\u2019s vital to be cautious. Even though you\u2019re trying to help, getting too close can result in injury to yourself and cause further distress for the animal.<\/p>\n

Please also consider your own safety if the location or situation is unsafe. Children and young people should inform a parent or guardian if they come across an injured animal.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section><\/a>\n

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How to tell if a wild animal is injured<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Being able to get fairly close to an adult wild animal<\/strong> is a strong indicator that something is wrong, whereas being able to approach a young animal does not necessarily mean they are injured.<\/p>\n

If you can see visible wounds, bleeding or obviously broken bones, call our helpline on 03000 999 999.<\/p>\n

Certain species should be contained using a box before we will attend, including:<\/p>\n