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Pricklington Palace is a small but seasonally very busy hedgehog rescue caring for up to 20 sick or abandoned hedgehogs. Last year some 260 hogs came through the door and at times   I was in the rescue constantly . I would like to avoid a repeat of that if possible and I am looking for a volunteer to help me out with general duties which include, cleaning out hutches and weighing and feeding the hogs. This has to be done every day. 

When the season is at its peak one hedgehog may need a huge amount of input and this can be difficult to give when there are many others to tend to .

This role is voluntarily and people need to be aware that it is important to be reliable and turn up when expected. Most of the work is done between 0800 and 10.00hrs but there are times when hoglets require feeding outside of those times. It would, therefore be sensible if you are local and you must be able to travel to and from the rescue independently. I am situated just outside Howden.

The role would suit someone:

• Who is interested in wild animals.
• Wants to learn.
• Is happy to take instruction.
• Can work on their own once they are comfortable with the routine.
• Is happy to be called upon when the rescue is very busy for extra help if needed.

I am more than willing to mentor someone who eventually might consider setting up their own small rescue. If you make it clear that this is your intention you will be viewed positively for this role. 

You should be aware that their are certain zoonotic conditions (ie spread between hedgehogs and humans) and so you must always take sensible precautions. Hedgehogs must never be handled without protective gloves and i will not be held liable for injury or illness in relation to the handling of these animals. 

You should not apply if you are receiving chemo therapy or your immune system is compromised in any way.

The rescue can only house one volunteer at a time.

Thank you for your interest. please email me at gilldix@talktalk.net and use hedgehog volunteer in the subject header. It would be great to know  a little about you.