Advice: Other stray animals
For other stray animals that are not sick or injured please call us on 020 7 272 2264.
If they are sick, injured or in danger call 0300 1234 999.
For wildlife, especially birds, it is important not to move baby animals from where you find them unless you are certain the mother is no longer able to protect them (for instance if you know she has been killed) or their location puts them in danger.
Many people think they are helping by taking in young animals but the mother is often around, waiting for you to leave before helping her young. This particularly applies to fledglings. Please ask for advice before you touch them, on 0300 1234 999.
The exception is baby pigeons who are kept by the mother on ledges or balconies far from the ground. If the baby pigeon falls from the ledge the mother will not come for her chick. Please then phone 0300 1234 999 for advice on how to ensure the pigeon’s safety and get it help.