Meet Emma, an Australian fur seal pup that was found on the west coast of Port Lincoln on Sunday afternoon by a Lincoln local “Ben” whilst walking the beach. Emma was being smashed up against
AMWRRO's Head Vet Dr. Boardman & AMWRRO Clinic Manager Kerry with Emma after surgery
rocks before Ben came to the rescue and pulled her free and out of harm’s way. Ben contacted AMWRRO for advice and did what not many people would do for a wild animal!
After explaining what Emma’s body was doing it was clear that she required immediate assistance.
After receiving advice from AMWRRO; Ben collected Emma from the beach, drove her to a vet surgery to collect a suitable carry cage and then dropped Emma at the airport for the next flight into Adelaide.
With thanks to AMWRRO sponsor – Australian Air Express Emma touched down in Adelaide only hours after the initial call and was transported to AMWRRO for treatment. Yesterday Emma underwent a major surgery to remove over 20 rocks from her stomach and she is currently in intensive care in the AMWRRO clinic. Emma is still far from stable but flippers crossed she can pull through.
