Emergency & Welfare Guide
Animal Welfare & Emergencies
Immediate guidance for wildlife rescue and incident reporting in Newcastle & Gateshead.
Legal Requirements
Mandatory Reporting (24 Hours)
By law, you MUST report collisions involving these animals to the police immediately or within 24 hours.
- Dogs, Horses, Cattle
- Pigs, Goats, Sheep
- Donkeys, Mules
Recommended
Voluntary Reporting
Legal reporting is not required, but informing local councils or rescues helps track wildlife health and safety.
- Cats & Deer
- Foxes & Badgers
Safety First
Never Handle
BadgersBirds of PreySwansFoxesDeer
How to Contain Small Animals
1
Secure box with air holes
2
Cover with a towel/blanket
3
Warm, quiet, and dark place
4
No food or water (until advised)
24-Hour Helpline
RSPCA Wildlife Emergency
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Specialized Rescues
Foxes
The Fox Project—
National Fox Welfare—
Birds
London Wildlife Protection—
Wildlife Aid Foundation—
Bats
Surrey Bat Rescue—
Newcastle / Gateshead Specific
Contact local vet for immediate emergency stabilization.
I Found a Baby Bird: What should I do?
Fledgling
Feathered & Active
- Hopping around on the ground
- Covered in feathers
- Parents likely nearby feeding
LEAVE ALONE
Keep cats and dogs away from the area.
Nestling
Pink Skin & Vulnerable
- No feathers or very few
- Pink skin clearly visible
- Cannot move or hop
NEEDS HELP
Warm up immediately and call rescue.