Shelter Spotlight April 2025
Wolfie’s Wildlife Shelter
Name of Operator: Alice Doherty
Years of operation: 1 as a shelter, 3 as a carer
Suburb/area covered: Geelong, Bellarine and Surfcoast
Species you care for: Birds, microbats, reptiles and displaced frogs
For rescues contact: Warriors 4 Wildlife
How does Wolfies Wildlife Shelter support wildlife and their habitat?
I became a carer after volunteering for an incredible shelter and seeing the good that can be done to help wildlife by individuals. Being a carer, and now running a shelter has inspired me to become a vet nurse - I graduate in November. I hope I can eventually be a vet nurse working to care for wildlife. I work closely with my carer Kat and my volunteers, Caitlyn and Rhys to do everything we can for wildlife in the Greater Geelong Area.
How our project funding supported Wolfie’s Wildlife Shelter
Alice from Wolfie’s wildlife shelter used her funding towards a new incubator.
‘This very special resident in my new incubator is a Gang Gang Cockatoo. She was assessed by an avian veterinarian as having a concussion and was cleared of any other injuries after full X-rays. She spent 3 days recovering in the ICU with pain relief prescribed by the vet and oral rehydration. She was then released back to her original location in Jan Juc.
Being able to keep her at a warm consistent temperature contributed to her recovery - being able to keep an animal at their preferred body temperature reduces the energy the body expends trying to keep warm and aids recovery. A very happy ending for a very special bird’.
What advice would you give the public?
Always call for advice if you see wildlife and you’re unsure if the behaviour is normal. The experts on the line will give you advice - no question is a stupid question and you might save a life.
Find out more about Wildlife Shelters in Victoria.
Lend a paw by purchasing a Wombaroo Gift Voucher for Wolfies Wildlife Shelter.
For many wildlife rehabilitators, having access to life-saving food or equipment is often a necessity they struggle to afford. These dedicated individuals devote their lives to assisting wildlife, typically funding their efforts themselves and covering costs for baby formula, medicine, and supplies from their own pockets. Unfortunately, they receive little to no government support for their crucial work.Gift vouchers make a significant difference for carers, whether it's purchasing a $20 Wombaroo voucher for a tiny joey or $1,000 voucher to support a mob of injured Kangaroo’s, every contribution plays a vital role in the recovery and survival of these precious creatures. By providing these vouchers, you empower rehabilitators to continue their invaluable work, offering second chances to animals in need.
Use the email address at checkout: aliceobrien2017@gmail.comThank you for your generosity. Let's continue to make a positive impact, one life at a time. 
*Each voucher is email directly to the recipient to be used on anything in the store. Vouchers do not expire.