Tiggywinkles
Tiggywinkles, officially known as The Wildlife Hospital Trust, is a renowned wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre based in Buckinghamshire, England. It is one of the UK's largest and most established wildlife hospitals, dedicated to caring for injured, sick, and orphaned wild animals. Founded in 1983, Tiggywinkles focuses on the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of native wildlife, with a particular emphasis on hedgehogs.
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Key Aspects of Tiggywinkles:
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Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation – Tiggywinkles treats thousands of wild animals each year, including hedgehogs, birds, foxes, deer, and other native species. Animals are brought to the hospital for medical treatment, recovery, and eventual release back into the wild.
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Specialist Care for Hedgehogs – Tiggywinkles is particularly well-known for its hedgehog rescue work. It operates a dedicated hedgehog hospital and offers advice and assistance to the public regarding the care of these animals, particularly during the winter months when they may need help surviving hibernation.
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Public Education & Awareness – Tiggywinkles runs educational programmes to raise awareness about wildlife conservation and the challenges that wild animals face, such as habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict. They also provide guidance on how the public can help injured or orphaned wildlife.
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Volunteer and Fundraising Opportunities – The centre relies heavily on volunteers and donations to support its work. Volunteers can assist in various aspects, including animal care, administration, and fundraising activities.
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Wildlife Research – Tiggywinkles conducts research into wildlife health, including the treatment of common injuries, diseases, and environmental factors affecting wildlife in the UK.
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Tiggywinkles is a critical resource for wildlife conservation in the UK and is widely recognised for its dedication to animal welfare and public education.​
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Funds generated from the sale of Moose Cannon products have been raised and donated to Tiggywinkles to help support their incredible and vital work.




