This page links to several presentation films showing the work we do at Claws'n'Paws Hartlepool. You will need Speakers or Headphones connected to your computer or device. After reading the introduction SCROLL DOWN the page, watching each section in sequence.
– ‘IT’S WHAT WE DO’– Claws'n'Paws Hartlepool is primarily a first call rescue service and not a long-term shelter/rehoming/adoption service. The way Claws’n’Paws Hartlepool works is different to other 'shelters. We do not work from a permanent site and we only rescue small birds and animals that are in immediate need, danger or distress by way of Injury, Abandonment, Displacement, Neglect, At Risk to Life, Sick, Abused or Maltreated, Orphaned, Homeless or in a situation where there is no warmth, food or shelter This means we engage in :-
Our on-line advice services also provide advice and guidance to the public in their own neighbourhoods to assist them to give first aid to birds and animals in need, providing accurate advice such that they can help birds and animals themselves in their own neighbourhoods in less serious and non-emergency cases.The service also signposts people to nearby organisations who can give further on-going help and advice. VOLUNTEERS None or our Staff or Volunteers are paid. When vacancies arise we draw volunteers primarily through our ‘Friends of ClawsnPaws Hartlepool’ online Community Group. The best way to see what help we need right now is to get involved by :-
Simply click any of the blue links on our main website at www.clawsnpawsarc.com and complete and submit our 'Volunteering' Questionnaire...(click ‘Volunteering’ on our website side panel to open the questionnaire page) this will add your full details and main interests to our database list of potential helpers and volunteers and tells us more about you.
ONGOING PROJECTS We are hoping by 2018/19 to find a suitably small rural parcel of land to open a Rehabilitation and Soft Release Area for some of the birds and animals we assist who sometimes need a longer time to recover. We will eventually need helpers for this project. We are developing our on-line resources and we are seeking to appoint online Administrators and Moderators. We always need: · Sponsors · Donors · Support from Providers & Community Organisations · Fundraising Ideas & Helpers · Gifts of Food and Materials – ‘SO THIS IS HOW WE DO IT’– ‘THE SEVEN R’S CYCLE’  RESPONSE - * 07092 347 849 (*The above number is for Emergencies Only and is our main response number. ) *Premium rates are charged to the caller by your phone provider. This means the service is funded FREE to our Charity by the callers who use the service. For all general guidance and advice there's also our FREE email address at info@clawsnpawsarc.com
RECOGNISE - How do you recognise and read certain situations and what basic equipment do you need? Carriers,Towels,Sheets,Gloves, Vehicle, (Hi-Viz for Traffic) etc; What would you do to help in these situations.........?
RESCUE - What things do we need to do before and after Rescue? Can we actually make the rescue in the first place? Are we equipped to rehab and treat the bird or animal once rescued? Do we have the right resources? If not we may need to call assistance - say from a more specialised rescue service? If we do make a rescue can it be re-released or rehomed AFTER our short-term fostering services? Other services, especially Vets will certainly need to be involved. See how this film makes those links with other services and rehabbers......... RECOVERY - What happens after rescue? in the 1st 24/48 Hrs of recovery for a bird or animal rescued. How must the bird or animal feel? Where should it be kept and what basic needs are required in the first 24 Hours to recover from shock etc. A VET visit first is an essential and legal part of of the process.... and what if the bird or animal can't be released or rehomed? Can it be given a safe and secure environment or habitat?.... and for how long ? days...weeks...months ....even years .......The role and importance of Foster Carers ,Rehabbers and other organisations is a very essential part of recovery in many situations SADLY soon after the above video was released Malone died, of natural causes on 31st May 2016. He was over 6 years old. This film is therefore now an epitaph to his wonderful life. We will always remember him here at Claws'n'Paws Hartlepool. He was much loved by all who met him. REHABILITATION - How much time and effort does it take? The needs of the bird or animal, its habitat and environment come first and are very important to success. Each species has different needs, each have differing types of food, shelter, safety, security, habitat and exercise requirements. Think about how the birds and animals in these situations can be helped? Where and how can Rest and Recuperation take place? RELEASE - Hard or Soft Release? The right place to release ? Time of Day ? Weather considerations? Permissions? Follow ups ? - Watch this hard release.... and .....watch this release.... RE-EVALUATION - What can we do better with better facilities, more helpers and resources? With bespoke rehabilitation area(s) we can help small birds and animals even more, giving them the time and care they need before being released or finding them the right home. Time in care helps them adjust and make new relationships and simply get over their ordeal. Watch this film of how 11 wild Geese and Ducks, all from separate rescues were fostered, rehabilitated and released to start their new lives together in the outside world, lending support to each other from the day they were released. Rehabilitation over a period of time helps to prepare birds and animals for their re-release back into the wild and helps them to build new and lasting relationships whilst in care....as you will see....... WANT TO HELP WHAT WE DO? As a start point make sure you register onto our on-line Facebook Group. Click below:- (c) Copyright 2018 ClawsnPaws Hartlepool - Registered Charity No.1141586 |