Loomster was released after 90 days in our care.
You can see the list of all animals released at this release in the release record.
Loomster
Patient Record
Species: Harbour Seal
Patient ID: PV2011
Admitted on: 2020/06/29
Collection Site: White Rock
Reason for Admission: Emaciated; Marine mammal disturbance
Weight at Admission: 9 kg
Patient Status: released
Time in Care: 90 days (2 months, 4 weeks, 1 day)
Transfer History
Received from: (Direct to MMR)
Mode of Transport: Staff
Release
Patient Updates
Loomster is in Orca pool where is he gaining weight and getting ready for release.
Loomster may have been slow to learn in fish school, but is now a great competitor in his pre release pool.
Loomster has made great process and is almost eating fish on his own! Well done, Loomster!
Loomster is doing really well! He's grown & gained quite a bit weight. He's left quarantine and is progressing well.
Loomster is receiving supportive fluid but otherwise seems to be doing okay. He was alert and responsive this evening, a good sign!
I’m thrilled that this little guy arrived safely. What a surprise he/she was to find on the beach!! I was impressed at how quickly the young lady from your organization came and how caring she was in collecting him. Take care, Loomster. I will be checking on you. 🙂
You’ve come a long way, Loomster!!! I’m SO happy to hear about your positive progress. ❤️? Before you know it, you’ll be back in the ocean, enjoying your wild, beautiful home! ?
Loomster … you are almost there!!! I’m SO happy for you. What a fighter!! I would love to know where you will be released, so that I can imagine you achieving your freedom. I’m SO proud of you!! ❤️?❤️
Keep up the good work Loomster! Love you! xoxo
Go Loomester! Hope to be there for your release ❤️
Go Loomster! Hope to be there for your release ❤️
Thinking of you, Loomster and hoping that your release day is coming soon! Your beautiful, wonderful ocean home is just waiting for you. ❤️
CONGRATULATIONS Loomster!! I’m so proud of you!! ??❤️? Thank you MMR for everything that you have done to care for this little guy. You are amazing!! ❤️
How incredibly uplifting to read this amazing story! Thank you Leah for sharing the details and directing me to the Marine Mammal Rescue Centre site. Truly, so fascinating for me. My sincere appreciation to and respect for the M. M. R. C. Bravo to you for all that you do and how you respond. This story has made so many other rescue stories come alive for me. Perfect news as our day in Ontario comes to an end. Stay well everyone and thank YOU!