Caithness Seal Rehab and Release

🦭 At Jean Sainsbury Animal Welfare Trust we are committed to funding projects that make a tangible impact on wildlife conservation. When we learned about the vital work of Caithness Seal Rehab & Release, based on the north coast of Scotland, we knew our support could help make a real difference. Their dedication to rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned and injured seal pups is crucial for marine conservation, and we are proud to contribute.

How Our Grant Supports Seal Rehabilitation

🦭 Thanks to our £2,000 grant in Summer 2024, the team was able to purchase two tonnes of mackerel—essential nourishment for the pups. With up to ten tonnes of fish needed annually to cover the grey seal and common seal pupping seasons, ongoing support is vital. Herring is also required to help young seals transition to whole fish before release, preparing them for life back in the wild.

The Impact of Our Support

🦭 Between July and December 2024, 19 grey seal pups were admitted. Each pup requires up to 3.5kg of fish per day—almost 50kg across the group daily. Rehabilitation takes time, patience, and resources with an average time of 4 months for each pup. So far, 11 pups have successfully returned to the wild, with 7 more still in care. These figures highlight both the challenges and the successes of this important work.