Caerphilly Hedgehog Rescue
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Our Mission is to support the Native UK Hedgehog population, by Rescuing, Rehabilitating and Releasing sick, injured or orphaned hedgehogs back to the wild.
Our telephone opening hours are
10am - 12pm and 3pm - 8pm. Please phone prior to drop off. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IF YOU HAVE A HEDGEHOG THAT YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE A MESSAGE ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR MESSENGER AS IT IS NOT MONITORED 24/7. INSTEAD PLEASE ALWAYS CALL US ON 07915 884419
ABOUT US
Founded in September 2021. Caerphilly Hedgehog Rescue is a volunteer led, not for profit organisation that operates across Caerphilly County Borough, Cardiff and the Valleys. Our Mission
• To support the Native UK Hedgehog population, by Rescuing, Rehabilitating and Releasing sick, injured or orphaned hedgehogs back to the wild.
• To prevent cruelty to hedgehogs and safeguard them from unnecessary suffering.
• To educate and network with the public concerning the safety and welfare of hedgehogs.
• To follow the current written UK National guidance as determined by the British Hedgehog Preservation Society and the Vale Wildlife Hospital and Rehabilitation Centre.
28/09/2026
We enjoy getting out and about to talk to people about hedgehogs.
Last week we went to Pentyrch Rangers. We had a lovely evening. Donations of food and cash were provided which we are very grateful for. Thank you!
28/09/2026
A big thank you to:
✨️ Teresa Platt ✨️
for your kind donation.
Your support is much appreciated.
27/09/2026
RELEASE: 23/09
Oggy was admitted on 08/08, 225g, after being found out during the daytime in the Penyrheol area, Caerphilly.
After an examination, Oggy was dehydrated and emaciated. Sub cutaneous fluids, antibiotics and pain relief were given.
Oggy sustained two wounds to the right side on the spine/fur line possibly from a dog attack. This is now all healed.
All healthy again, ringworm and mites treated, parasite free, Oggy was released to one of our support gardens at 709g
Good luck Oggy!
27/09/2026
A big thank you to:
✨️ Sophie O'Leary (Petal's finder) ✨️
for your kind donation.
Your support is much appreciated.
Meet sweet Petal!
Petal was admitted from Church Village on 14/09, at 179g, after being found out during the daytime in the finders garden. Petal wasn't moving.
After an examination, it was very much touch and go whether Petal would make the night....she was in a collapsed state, very flat and extremely dehydrated (15%).
Our lead carers got to work immediately; popped her into an incubator to warm her up and a portion of fluids was given soon after.
Petal started coming around but still was unable to stand up. More fluids were given and finally she did it - stood up and started to eat .. it really was a miracle. She has a touch of mild ringworm to be treated in due course.
These young hoglets are so vunerable, please keep an eye out for them in the daytime and don't delay getting help.
Petal is loving her dry biscuits and progressing well. She's now a juvenile, approaching 250g. No parasite burdens found.
26/09/2026
A big thank you to:
✨️ Gaynor Mainwairing ✨️
for your kind donation.
Your support is much appreciated.
25/09/2026
RELEASE: 30/08
Daisy was found out during the day on 26/06, weighing 470g. She was dehydrated, suffering from mild ringworm, had fly strike and maggots, as well as a wound beneath her chin. She was also missing her left eye.
After weeks of treatment, care and plenty of good food, Daisy more than doubled her weight! She was released weighing a wonderful 964g!
Despite everything she had endured, this remarkable girl made an incredible recovery and is now back where she belongs—wild and free.
Good luck, beautiful Daisy. Stay safe out there!
UPDATE: Oakley and Acer
This feisty pair are loving their food. They are now lapping and self-anointing!
25/09/2026
Meet Candy, Sugar and Spice!
This little family were admitted on the 14/09, after their nest was disturbed (garden in the Llanbradach area).
They had been in their nest for at least two weeks but unfortunately they were being disturbed by a dog barking so decided it was best to relocate them to a safe, quiet environment (they are in one of our outside hutches).
They are all doing well. Mum, Candy, is a whopping 1000g, Sugar is 160g and Spice 140g. (These weights were on arrival as we are hands off now until they are a bit bigger.)
24/09/2026
RELEASE: 20/09
Remember Mary who stank of Creosote? She was disoriented on arrival due to the fumes ingested and had to be bathed a good few times to remove the substance. She's now clean and healthy smelling again!
Mary was released back to a lovely support garden, with a nest box waiting, at 930g.
Good luck Mary!
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1 Station Terrace, Penyrheol
Caerphilly
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