Animal care and control

Welfare of wild animals

Local and national organisations can help if you are concerned about the welfare of a wild animal.

South Essex Wildlife Hospital

South Essex Wildlife Hospital can offer medical attention for wild animals of all sizes.

The hospital is a charity based in Orsett and run by volunteers. It accepts many animal patients from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSCPA).

If you have found an injured, sick or orphaned animal, go to South Essex Wildlife Hospital: Help.

Natural England

Natural England can give advice on wildlife concerns and helps to enforce wildlife laws.

To report suspected poisoning of wildlife, companion animals and beneficial insects, go to GOV.UK: Contact Natural England.