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Rustin

$50.00 / year

Hello, my name is Rustin. I am a young male koala, I had been spotted sitting in the same tree for several days, a concerning sign for anyone familiar with our koala behaviour. When I was brought to Port Stephens Koala Hospital, it became clear why I had been so still—I had suffered a fracture to my right arm, and upon closer examination, an older injury to my femur was also discovered. The injuries suggest that I had likely been hit by a car sometime in the past week, leaving me unable to move freely and find food.

I underwent surgery by the dedicated veterinary team to repair my broken arm, with a metal pin placed for stabilisation, along with a cast to provide me with additional support. I am now eating well and resting comfortably under the care of the wonderful team at the hospital. I am happy I will remain in their care until I am healed enough to begin the process of rehabilitation and strength-building, enabling me to climb trees again as part of my transition back into the wild. Please go to the  Adopt a Koala page to support the Port Stephens Koala Hospital. I understand that the cost of my procedure and post-operation care will be in excess of $5,000.

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