Since ever I can remember I have always had a passion for wildlife. Whilst spending almost my entire working life in construction i have been able to combine aspects of my design to incorporate and respect wildlife and the environment. I see a lot of suffering and thoughtless destruction of the spectacular wildlife that we share our planet with. I encounter wildlife injuries that at best occur through our carelessness and ignorance and at worst through deliberate cruelty.
The hierarchy of wildlife in some people’s minds enables them to poison a bug yet preserve a deer. The simple facts are if we destroy our insects there will be no deer or indeed no us.

I have always cared for our wildlife and over the last twenty years have seen a steady increase in sick animals. By sick I mean weak and suffering wildlife that has been poisoned directly or indirectly. Science and studies show us that these symptoms can relate to toxin build up from pesticides. They cause a suppression of the immune system and therefore an inability to fight any illness.

I will continue to care for wildlife on the front line and give our spectacular wildlife a second chance. Simple injuries can kill a creature in the harshness of the wild and often a few days rest and TLC will be enough to see them given that vital second chance.

We must create a greater understanding of the creatures around us that live with us in a natural balance. The school projects, which I personally love, reach the children that will inevitable control our planet. My hope and belief is that they will explore this issue at a young age. as I did, and that the awareness of it will stay with them for life when they become custodians of our planet. I hope that they will help preserve this wonderful plant and it spectacular wildlife far into the future.

With species in the 20th century ashamedly extinct or facing extinction we all need to do our part to encourage understanding and balance through knowledge of our truly extraordinary and unique wildlife, I am doing my part.

Things I excel at.............
Caring for orphans whilst preparing for responsible release and full integration into wild and getting the job done.

Not so good at.....................
Typing too fast and not reading through after, remembering what sex the creatures are, in fact memory in general and Time keeping is pretty poor.

Hazel has had a life long passion for wildlife since her parents were well known around their home area as the place to take orphaned and injured wildlife. So Hazel grew up thinking it was quite normal to have an apron with pockets full of baby squirrels and to go to the airing cupboard to find “smalls” of the furry kind as well as laundry.

With a background of both parents being nature photographers, maternal grandfather and one uncle being naturalists and authors, and both paternal grandparents and one uncle, vets (Gran being first female to qualify as a vet in the UK), it is no wonder she has combined wildlife with veterinary work.

Hazel has a degree in Zoology, 11 years experience in private practice and 7 years in a large wildlife hospital as a veterinary nurse.

Things I excels at………..Miraculously mending fractured wings! Suturing wounds and persuading recalcitrant orphans to feed. Keeping calm.

Things I am not so good at………Suffering fools gladly - well not so much fools as gross ignorance. Prefers to be behind the scenes than ‘meeting and greeting’ the public.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My profession is a chartered builder, but my passion is wildlife.
Ever since watching David Attenborough on the telly when I was a mere fledgling I have had an interest in life on our planet.
The word WILDLIFE is a misnomer, in fact most 'wildlife' are timid and vulnerable creatures. Mankind is the only species that has compassion within its make-up. I believe in using this to help all creatures on this planet. Although we should wherever leave nature to run its true course I feel that mankind has in many circumstances disrupted that natural way of things and therefore should help to re-address the balance wherever possible.
My involvement with the HAWR is I hope helping in some small way in taking sick animals and returning them healthy and fit back to their natural habitat and thus giving some input towards promoting our wildlife towards a sustainable future in their natural environment.

Although I must admit it is great just to hold any one of sick creatures when helping them back to health. Completely an unnatural part of the the natural scheme of life - but its a big bonus.
At home I have 'adopted' a family of door mice. Every night they scuttle from the shed to the greenhouse and back. Much to the annoyance of my cat who watches for hours on end but never sees them.

Things I excell at :- being patient, solving problems,

Not so good at :- lazing around doing nothing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I just love animals, they are an important part of our world and when I left school I really wanted to be a vet but unfortunately it was not meant to be. I hate and despise all forms of hunting and cruelty; I fail to see what pleasure is gained by hurting something that it living, I just don’t understand their mentality. In fact I prefer animals because they have always responded to a little kindness. Unfortunately mankind takes and never thinks about the consequences of their actions which is why our planet is in such a mess. I have started telling my grandchildren about our wildlife and the importance of preserving what we have, although they are very young I think they should be made aware, they are our next generation.

I found Harper Asprey Wildlife and Anne after making several telephone calls regarding a sick fox. Without hesitation Anne came to help and gave advice. It was great to find someone who is so dedicated and gifted, I have learnt a lot about our wildlife, it made me think that I might be able to help. My family have always thought me a bit strange and all have now agreed that I have lost the plot – GOOD.

Things I excel at - not sure but will give 200% when asked and do anything. I am dedicated and will try not to let people down.

Not so good at

I am impatient, tend to go on and on but that’s because I am passionate about what I do, can get on people’s nerves and drive them mad, well that’s in keeping with what my family think anyway.