Kildare Wildlife Rescue

Kildare Wildlife Rescue Kildare Wildlife Rescue (KWR) is a registered charity for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife.

Kildare Wildlife Rescue operate a Wildlife Hospital & Rehabiliation Centre in Kildare Town.

We are thrilled to announce that the 5th Annual Zumbathon for Wildlife will be taking place on Saturday, March 28th from...
09/01/2026

We are thrilled to announce that the 5th Annual Zumbathon for Wildlife will be taking place on Saturday, March 28th from 1:00-3:00pm at Monread Community Centre in Naas!

Come join us for two hours of dancing, music, and nonstop laughter in aid of Kildare Wildlife Rescue.

Tickets are €15 online, and €20 at the door with 100% of funds raised going directly to helping Native Irish Wildlife in need.

Dance not your thing? Come drop in and browse some Kildare Wildlife Rescue merch and check out the Pop Up Swap Shop of gently used clothing.

We want to thank Zumba Naas for organising this event and volunteering their time to help wildlife.

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/zumbathon-for-wildlife-tickets-1980097775750?

Wild animals often find themselves in many predicaments, which for this pigeon meant finding themself coated in cooking ...
08/01/2026

Wild animals often find themselves in many predicaments, which for this pigeon meant finding themself coated in cooking oil.

Any amount of oil on birds is an emergency because they quickly lose their ability to keep themselves warm and are at risk of ingesting it. Luckily, this feral pigeon was spotted by a caring member of the public who was able to contain the bird and contacted our Help Desk for assistance.

Our response volunteers were able to collect the pigeon and bring them straight the centre for care.

Currently, the pigeon is being stabilised and will be washed to remove the oil once they are strong enough.

On Christmas Eve, we were looking for a Christmas miracle when we transferred this vixen to Moss Veterinary in Naas for ...
06/01/2026

On Christmas Eve, we were looking for a Christmas miracle when we transferred this vixen to Moss Veterinary in Naas for surgery to repair a fractute. The fracture was sustained after being involved in a road traffic collision in Cavan.

The surgery was a success, and she is currently in recovery at the Centre. She still has a long road ahead of her, but we are optimistic that with time, this vixen will once again make her return to the wild.

We are incredibly thankful to Edward in Moss Vets for doing the surgery at such short notice and for Village Vets Greyabbey for doing the post op care.

➡️ for xray of the leg after surgery


With the winter weather settling in, here are some reminders on how to look after the birds in your garden during the co...
03/01/2026

With the winter weather settling in, here are some reminders on how to look after the birds in your garden during the colder months.

31/12/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we are looking back on the incredible busy year we had.

Our Help Desk responded to nearly 12,000 cases of Irish wildlife in need, and we had over 5,000 patients admitted into care. Our response and transport team drove thousands of kilometers for animals in need of rescue and our licensed foster carers put hundreds of hours in around the clock caring for animals in need. We could not ask for a more dedicated team of volunteers, without whom this would not be possible.

We also want to thank the public for their continued generosity and support. Thank you for being a part of our mission, and thank you for helping us help wildlife.

Here's to an even better 2026.

This small hedgehog came in from Blessington after being observed out during the day. Severely dehydrated, hypothermic, ...
30/12/2025

This small hedgehog came in from Blessington after being observed out during the day.

Severely dehydrated, hypothermic, and with a high flea and tick burden, this little one was noticed just in time. After receiving fluid therapy and intensive care for a few days from Grey Abbey vets, this little one is now looking much brighter and gaining weight.

Swipe for before ➡️

Did you know hedgehogs' incisor teeth are sharp and pointed, like little fangs? These are perfect for catching and holding their favourite food, beetles!

This year, we admitted over 5,000 cases, and our dedicated Help Desk responded to over 11,000 emails asking for guidance...
25/12/2025

This year, we admitted over 5,000 cases, and our dedicated Help Desk responded to over 11,000 emails asking for guidance with animals in need.

From Rescue and Response, to Rehabilitation and Return, none of this would be possible without our team of dedicated volunteers, the fantastic veterinary staff at Grey Abbey and the help of the public identifying these cases and donating towards our work.

It takes a community to care for our precious wildlife. Thank you for being a part of that community.

Have a safe and happy Christmas, and here's to another amazing year of helping Irish Wildlife.

This beautiful Merlin came into care after being found in the middle of the road in Offaly, unable to fly.After a lot of...
19/12/2025

This beautiful Merlin came into care after being found in the middle of the road in Offaly, unable to fly.

After a lot of work, through gavage feeding, pain treatment, and finally, plenty of opportunity and space to practice flying, we are dighted to say they will be making their return to the wild.

Imagine our surprise when we were called out to respond to two leverets on a building site last week. Found in Laois, a ...
18/12/2025

Imagine our surprise when we were called out to respond to two leverets on a building site last week. Found in Laois, a relay was arranged involving the LSPCA and our volunteer responders to get these two babies into care with one of our licensed foster carers in Meath.

Unlike rabbits, hares are born with their eyes open and fully furred. Within hours of being born, they are fully mobile. Their mother leaves them in shallow depressions above ground, only returning to feed them during dusk, keeping them safe from predators. In suitable climates, hares can give birth to the young year round.

These two little leverets are doing amazing in foster care and taking readily from the bottle. They will be cared for in foster until they are independent and ready to return to the wild.

Without the support of the public, we would not be able to offer this level of care for Irish Wildlife. If you would like to support our efforts, please consider joining our Patreon community. As a charity, Patreon memberships form an important part of our funding, and you can join for as little as €5 a month. Becoming a member allows you access to monthly newsletters with behind the scenes insights and exclusive talks with wildlife heroes. Link in bio. www.patreon.com/kwr

This fox was admitted from Cavan after a member of the public found her collapsed in a field following a road traffic co...
16/12/2025

This fox was admitted from Cavan after a member of the public found her collapsed in a field following a road traffic collision.

We received that call late at night, and our transport team quickly got to work organising a cross-country relay to get this vixen the care she urgently needed.

Arriving at the centre after near 2am, Village Vets Grey Abbey quickly got to work in the early morning hours to stabilise the fox, setting two fractures and suturing her wounds closed.

Her prognosis is guarded at the minute. The tramua she endured is a lot to recover from, but she is receiving the best possible care.

Daily, Irish foxes are facing increasing adversities they need to overcome. At KWR, we work 365 days a year caring for foxes that have suffered many hardships largely at the hands of humans. Being hunted for sport is one hardship we have a chance at keeping them safe from. Please contact your TDs and urge them to end Fox Hunting in Ireland.



Join Us for The Wildlife Couch!We are excited for the second installment of this series of free online talks inspired by...
16/12/2025

Join Us for The Wildlife Couch!

We are excited for the second installment of this series of free online talks inspired by our much loved Lunch and Learn sessions for our volunteers. These relaxed and informal talks give us the chance to learn a little bit more about the incredible animals we care for.

Thanks to the generous funding from the Heritage Council, we are now able to bring these talks to you. For this session, we will be talking about the Red Fox, Irelands' last remaining wild canine.

This free online talk is open to everyone with an interest in all things wildlife!

Sign up for your free place on Eventbrite.

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/wildlife-couch-the-red-fox-tickets-1977736579348

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