Hessilhead Wildlife Rescue Centre
Hessilhead has a wildlife rescue centre run by Andy and Gay Christie for over 20 years. They rescue and rehabilitate injured and abandoned animals and birds. They treat over 3000 creatures a year. They recently built a swan treatment room. They have x-ray facilities and a surgery suite, as well as the part-time services of a veterinarian.
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