Woodys wildlife rescue

21/11/2025

Not one of our volunteers I hope!

13/11/2025

Hello all. Pidge Nanny here. I have a few of my hand painted wildlife inspired pots for sale, all monies going to Woody's of course.
If you would like one, they're £10 each, and collection is in Shefford.
Fab little Christmas prezzies, pop a plant in, or some other goodies, and I will even give you some Christmas cellophane to wrap them in! Just comment which one so I can mark it as sold. Toodlepip!

11/11/2025

Pidge Nanny breathing a sigh of relief here. Floyd, who has been a proper needy pants and caused me concern, has FINALLY worked out feeding himself. During his moult, he wasn't gaining weight and looked awful to be honest. I called Sue, who reassured me that firstly he was ok, no illness, and secondly, he might just be a bit pampered!
Admittedly it's still formula he's having, but it's mixed with seeds too. He's getting there, bless him.

09/11/2025

08/11/2025

Following on with the swan-on-bypass story, here is his release.

08/11/2025

Here is a young swan who thought it was a good idea to sit on the bypass, A507, near Stotfold.
A lady reported it, the police came to manage the traffic and our very own (very brave!) dedicated volunteers Paula and Anita rescued him and released him back on to the river.
Release video to follow.

06/11/2025

Good morning all. Pidge Nanny here. We seem to be getting a lot of requests for updates and feedback on birds/animals bought in.
Whilst it would be lovely to update on every individual case, it isn't possible.
When they are brought to us, (mainly to Sue, but us volunteers get our fair share too) they are assessed, weighed, injuries treated, medication given, parasites dealt with, all of which can involve a trip to the vets. The relevant legal paperwork then filled in. Sometimes, especially in the very young or very sick creatures, frequent monitoring is required, including changing heat pads, medication and very frequent feeds.
Then there is the cleaning of the aviaries, cages and animal areas. Transporting to and from the vets. Transporting to various release sites.
Fundraising. Social media updates... So much goes on behind the scenes.
Woody's is a rescue founded by Sue, run on donations and pure dedication. Sue still has to work a regular job and maintain a modicum of home life.
So, I'm sure you'll appreciate how difficult it would be to have a dialogue with every individual that brings an animal to us.
We do post updates of some on Facebook and Instagram, but not for every case.
Please be assured the wild animal you bring to us will be receiving the best of care with the aim to allow it to continue to live it's life as a wild animal.
Thank you for your understanding.

05/11/2025

We are having a couple of Facebook technical issues...what a 'mare! This is a bit of a test post. Bear with us...🫣

03/11/2025

Pidge Nanny here. Just a little update on Floyd the Pidge. He was doing really well, flying, eating for himself and getting ready for the big bad world. Yesterday he was off colour, puffed up feathers and not eating. It looked like he'd been plucking his feathers as there were quite a few in his cage. Being concerned, I popped him back on heat pads, and called Sue. She said it sounded like a moult which isn't a particularly pleasant experience for them. This morning, although not entirely on par, he was alert and demanding food with menaces! I will continue to "baby" him until he's on form. It's a tough life, being a pigeon.

03/11/2025

Good morning wildlife lovers! What is this little fella thinking? Write in the comments. No prizes, just for laughs! (Also to keep our page active, so that when we need to reach out, you're there!)

02/11/2025

Gentle reminder....

26/10/2025