Mousehole Wild Bird Hospital Cornwall

23/09/2026

We’d like to apologise to anyone who may not have received a response to an enquiry sent via social media or email over the last few weeks.

Due to staff sickness and shortages, our small team has been focusing on providing essential care for the birds currently in our hospital, ensuring they receive the best possible chance of recovery.

We appreciate your patience and understanding during this particularly busy period. Our current patients include:

• 50 young Herring Gulls
• 1 Puffling
• 1 Razorbill
• 1 Gannet
• 1 Jumpling (better known as a young Guillemot)
• 1 Fulmar

Thank you for your continued support as we work to care for these birds and catch up with outstanding enquiries.

30/08/2026

💙 This bird's story began with people who cared.

The bird in this video had suffered injuries associated with entanglement, something we see all too often. Whether it's fishing line, discarded litter or netting on buildings, these hazards can leave birds injured, exhausted and unable to fend for themselves.

For many birds, the rescue is only the beginning.

📞 A concerned member of the public raised the alarm.

🤝 Someone took the time to coordinate the rescue and make sure help reached the bird.

🪜 A brave rescuer climbed a tall ladder to bring it safely back to the ground.

👩‍⚕️ A local vet generously gave their time to examine the bird free of charge.

🏥 Our team then provided weeks of treatment, medication and rehabilitation.

🕊️ And finally, the moment we'd all been hoping for... a return to the wild.

❤️ Today, we're asking if you could become part of the next rescue story.

If every supporter donated just £1 🪙, it would help us cover the veterinary treatment and rehabilitation costs that give injured seabirds a second chance.

If you'd like to help click here 👉 www.mouseholebirdhospital.org.uk/supportus/

Thank you to everyone who reported, coordinated, rescued, treated, cared for and ultimately helped this bird and others find their way back to the wild. 🐦💙

A second chance. A return home. A life saved.

👉

28/08/2026

Such an awful thing to have happened. Please help if you can. 🙏

URGENT APPEAL NEPAL 🇳🇵
Friday 28th August 2026

For today only - ALL OF OUR PROFITS 📈 AND DONATIONS WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE KAT Centre .

We will be at Mevagissey Craft Fair today 10.30am to 5pm.

Or alternatively you can make a bank transfer to:
Pups and Paws Prevention CIC
Zempler Banking
Sc 08-71-99
An 12668032

Use Reference: Nepal

The horror that is facing survivors and animals on the ground is unthinkable.
Perhaps forfeit your Latte today? And stand in solidarity with those who in some cases have lost EVERYTHING.
Thank you
Pups and Paws Prevention CIC 🐾

26/08/2026

Feathers locked and loaded! 🪶🪶

These young gulls were more than ready for release, taking to the skies almost the moment their boxes were opened. In this video, 15 birds head off on their next adventure.

It's always a wonderful experience to watch them see the outside world properly for the first time, free to explore, discover, and find their own way in the world.

Fun fact: Gulls are incredibly intelligent birds. They've been observed using tools, dropping shellfish onto rocks to crack them open, and even learning from each other to solve problems.

Release day review from a former patient:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent service. Fish was acceptable. Would have stayed longer, but apparently I'm 'wildlife'." 🪶

Wishing these youngsters all the luck in the world as they begin their wild lives. 💙

24/08/2026

💙 Puffling update 💙

Our little Puffling patient is doing wonderfully and loves spending his time watching the world go by.

After a worrying spell when he lost his appetite and began to lose weight, treatment for parasites and some fresh sandeels have helped him get back on track. We're delighted to see his appetite return and his cheeky personality shining through once again.

He's still wary of people, exactly as he should be, but when he thinks nobody is watching, he's busy exploring and behaving just like a wild puffin.

He also seems to enjoy being near one of our gull aviaries. The familiar sights and sounds may help him feel a little closer to home while he continues his rehabilitation journey.

We're so proud of this little one and the progress he's making every day. ❤️

Photo taken from outside the aviary using a zoom lens for observation purposes to minimise stress and disturbance. 🐧❤️

22/08/2026

We were delighted to welcome the lovely Leonie from Pups and Paws Prevention CIC for a behind-the-scenes look at our work. Leonie has done an incredible job fundraising for us and has been helping to run our stalls throughout the year. By seeing what goes on behind the scenes, she'll be able to tell others even more about the difference their support makes. We loved having her visit and are so thankful for her ongoing passion and support.

22/08/2026

🐦 Our busy season continues! We currently have lots of Herring Gull chicks in care, all growing like weeds and keeping us on our toes. We also have a puffling who is doing well in an intermediate aviary while they finish developing their waterproofing.

Not all of our patients are straightforward youngsters, though. We're also caring for a gannet kindly transported from Padstow by Chris, along with several birds needing extra support for issues such as bumblefoot, preen gland problems, and wing injuries.

Every bird receives an individual care plan, whether that's veterinary treatment, medication, or a little extra TLC. Our aim is always the same: to give every patient the best chance of returning to the wild where they belong. 💙🦅

💙 Thank you to everyone who supports us. From donations and supplies to sharing our posts and spreading the word, we can only provide this level of care because of your support. Every bird we help is helped because of you.

21/08/2026

Who knew bath time could be so beautiful? 💦🪶

These two back-to-back videos show just how much our gulls enjoy splashing about. In the first clip, we've slowed the footage down so you can see the incredible motion of their wings as they flap through the water.

Of course, we think they're gorgeous anyway! 🥰

But bathing isn't just about having fun. It's an important part of keeping feathers in top condition. A good bath helps clean away dirt and dust, loosens feathers ready for moulting, and encourages preening afterwards.

When birds preen, they spread oil from their preen (uropygial) gland through their feathers, helping to keep them waterproof and in the best possible condition for their eventual release back into the wild.

So while it might look like playtime, it's actually an essential part of being a healthy gull. ❤️🪶

21/08/2026

Chair yoga anyone? 🧘‍♂️🐦

Don't worry, this gull isn't injured, they're just relaxing after a hard day's work. Rumour has it they've completed their mindfulness session, had a sea-air facial, and are now contemplating whether stealing chips counts as cardio.

Want to help fund more five-star gull wellness retreats? 😄 Every donation helps us provide vital care for sick and injured seabirds.

💙 Donate here: https://mouseholebirdhospital.org.uk/support-us/

19/08/2026

We don't mean to ruffle any feathers, but this youngster is serving some serious avian-garde fashion. 🪶🤣

Fresh from the bath and modelling this season's 'Dishevelled Chic' collection, it's safe to say they're still learning the art of preening!



*with thanks to Mia for the great photo