Our Medical Clinic recently celebrated the release of a long-term patient with an incredible journey.
On December 3rd, 2022, we admitted an adult female Great Horned Owl who had been found stunned by the roadside in Awendaw. During her initial exam, our staff discovered a large open wound on her back, feather damage to her right wing, a corneal ulcer in her right eye, and an old injury to her foot.
Upon further examination, we found that she had also been shot, with multiple pellets still in her body-though, miraculously, she had no fractures.
Our team quickly got to work, cleaning and treating her wounds. While we managed to close most of her back wound with daily care and sutures, there was still much more work to be done to ensure her full recovery.
Her journey is a powerful reminder of the dedication of our staff and the impact of your donations. Stay tuned for more of her inspiring story and injuries she overcame.
HELP US unlock a $10,000 match an anonymous and generous donor has pledged. Together, we can reach our goal and continue helping birds like her thrive!
X-ray showing pellets
Sometimes humans make me feel really violent.
The senseless part of it really bothers me. There was no reason for doing what this person did. It wasn’t for food or to protect someone, it was just outright cruelty. I just can’t understand it.
Her owwies 🥺 (Graphic)
Please note: This post contains graphic images, to show the critical work our Medical Clinic undertakes to prevent further suffering.
