November 2010
8 November 2010
On Friday 5 November a late night call was received by the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital from a member of the public near Kenilworth reporting an injured koala joey. The koala joey had been found next to its mother who had died from apparent gunshot wounds.
The koala joey was transported to the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital by the Australia Zoo Rescue Unit where veterinarian Dr Amber Gillett was waiting to assess the youngster. Assessment revealed the joey had sustained a fractured skull and significant damage to the stomach and intestines as of result of being shot with what appears to be the spray of a shot gun. X-rays revealed approximately 15 pellets scattered throughout her body.
On Saturday Frodo underwent surgery in an attempt to remove pellets from her body. Dr Amber Gillett was able to remove three pellets, one of which was located in the skull.
Frodo's condition remained stable throughout Saturday and the decision was made on Sunday to schedule further surgery to remove more pellets. Dr Amber was able to successfully remove a further four pellets from the Joey's body. Frodo has now had a total of seven pellets removed. She is currently receiving intravenous antibiotics, fluids, and strong pain relief.
Frodo's condition is still extremely critical and will require intensive monitoring and care in the coming days.
Due to overwhelming public concern, Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors have set up an Everyday Hero page for Frodo and others like her in care at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. To help Frodo please donate to the link below. http://www.everydayhero.com.au/frodo
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Kristiina 20th November 2010 17:21:02 AEST
Wishing you also speedy reconvery from Finland. I hope you are doing well in loving care of zoo staff!
JZ 18th November 2010 11:04:13 AEST
Wishing you a speedy recovery from the USA. I proudly show off my Koala holding pic. from the zoo in my living room. They are gentle and so cute creatures and I don't know why someone would shoot one:(
HC 16th November 2010 07:26:51 AEST
I never cease to be amazed at the cruelty inflicted on animals by humans. Certainly the laws need to be toughened up - at least here in the UK. I really hope and pray that Frodo makes a full recovery. x
animal lover 14th November 2010 08:57:09 AEST
I can't believe that some sick individual would do this to a poor defenceless animal it really sickens me to the core. Hang in there wee Frodo. xxx
Vic 13th November 2010 23:46:39 AEST
Little Frodo, I wish you fast recovery and a beautiful life.Warm wishes from Luxembourg and Hungary.
Lynn Hayes 13th November 2010 00:02:20 AEST
When my husband and I spent our anniversary in Australia, one of our treats was to hold a baby koala. He was such a beautiful little animal. We're thinking of you baby Frodo - keep getting better. Love from Northern Ireland.
Suzu 12th November 2010 02:24:09 AEST
Hey little Frodo, I heard that you are getting better and started eating on your own! Good job! I'm so happy to hear that and very proud of the medical team. Bad people can let you down. We won't let you down. You'll make it! ...with love from Japan.
Georg 12th November 2010 02:23:32 AEST
Thank God there are humans who deserve their name: those who tenderly care for this little fellow and for other poor creatures sharing her fate. Thousands of animals and - equally defenseless - children suffer and die from man-made cruelty each day. Brave Miss Frodo is an apt symbol for their pain. Germany wishes her a speedy and lasting recovery!
Qu Xiaoxing 11th November 2010 14:50:53 AEST
Since I traveled to Austrilia, I loved koalas deeply. They are so cute and gentle. When I came back to Beijing, I put a picture of koala in my wallet, so I can see them every day. Wish Frodo get better soon.
Carla 11th November 2010 01:51:29 AEST
I'm from Brazil I'm praying for this innocent baby health and hope in God's justice. Force Frodo! You'll get that miracle!
Yoko 10th November 2010 17:40:09 AEST
Hang in there our lovely Frodo! We are praing for you from Japan. Lots of love.
Anna 10th November 2010 17:37:49 AEST
Thinking and praying for little frodo on the other side of the world!! hope this cute koala gets better!!
Sheena Koshy 10th November 2010 14:11:29 AEST
Hang in there beautful Fordo. We're praying for you. xxx
Tina (UK) 10th November 2010 12:45:06 AEST
It's absolutely sickening that anyone could do this. Gentle hugs little Frodo, all the way from England xx
Antje 10th November 2010 10:20:01 AEST
All the warmth from my heart to little Frodo, keep fighting and dreaming of the fresh breeze outside and the safe trees you will climb on soon. Thank you Dr Amber and the whole stuff with their helping hands and hearts. Hugs from Germany to Frodo and all of you, Antje
Trey 10th November 2010 07:34:03 AEST
This makes me sick to my stomach. So sad. I hope little Frodo gets better and can know the love of humans instead of the evil. Sending warm wishes from Louisiana.
Lauren Scotland 10th November 2010 06:58:19 AEST
Hang in there little Frodo.Hope Frodo recover fast.It's shocking how anyone could do that to any animal.
an animal friend, Germany 10th November 2010 06:22:02 AEST
I am truly disgusted to have to read such a tragic article. I do not understand these kinds of people - what makes them do it? Are they bored, have so much hatred and aggression inside that they have to take it out on little vunerable ones like Frodo? She did not do anyone any harm.
Suzu 10th November 2010 01:49:06 AEST
Hang in there, little Frodo. I know you are so delicate and now, your are hurt. So many tears and prayers for you... you'll be all right. from Japan.
Kittycatgirl 9th November 2010 20:14:10 AEST
I live in England and have heard about this on the internet. Anyone who is capable of doing such terrible things to innocent animals must be evil through and through. Nobody in their right minds, and with a heart, could possibly do such awful things. I'm praying this poor little baby will pull through and survive. She's been incredibly strong so far and has already made it through two operations so she's obviously a little fighter!
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