Wildlife foster carer?

Question

i like a be a wildlife foster carer but i am not shur were to look does and one know were i can get the info from or if any one here might know for the mackay area

Answer 1

First, if you want to care for or have wild animals, do not do this as a hobby or as an amateur.  Get trained because this is a full time job.

You're best bet would be to begin with a college education in veterinary medicine or, even better, wildlife veterinary medicine.  Most people I have known have got undergraduate degrees in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, or a related field, then gone to a graduate program (vet school).

You should call and visit a local wildlife foster care facility and talk to them about what it is like to have that career.  

Here is some contact info I found on the web that may help you:

    Australia, Queensland, Northern region (Mackay)..... 49474002  

    Patricia Henrickson (assistant secretary), Wildlife Education and Rescue Service

    [e-mail]

    Wildlife Species: all Australian wildlife

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