Gunther is doing great and getting stronger every day!
Gunther
Patient Record
Species: Harbour Seal
Patient ID: PV2650
Admitted on: 2026/07/26
Collection Site: Jericho Beach
Reason for Admission: Emaciated, Maternal Separation
Weight at Admission: 7.3 kg
Patient Status: in care
Time in Care: 110 days (3 months, 2 weeks, 4 days)
Current Habitat: Harbour Pool
Patients that have already demonstrated that they can eat fish on their own are placed in a pool where they can learn how to compete with other animals.
Transfer History
Received from: (Direct to MMR)
Mode of Transport: MMR Ambulance
Symbolic Adoption
You can help us care for Gunther and the more than 100 marine mammals we rescue, rehabilitate and release every year by symbolically adopting him today with a small donation to the rescue centre.
Patient Progress
"Training" Pool Gunther has demonstrated that he is confident eating fish on his own. He has been moved to a small pool that fits up to 3 animals where he can learn how to compete for fish with other harbour seals. He will move to a larger pool once he is confident enough.
Patient Updates
Gunther is doing well and is almost eating fish on his own!
So glad to see that Gunter is doing ok! Thank you for coming to rescue him ❤️
Oh sweet Gunther! I recently “adopted” you and you are absolutely adorable with your little crossed eyes. While I may not have much, I hope I can still contribute to your success and help where I can. I wish nothing but a speedy recovery and many tasty fishes in your future. You are in my heart and prayers. Hang in there sweet boy!
Looking good, buddy!
Great update re: fish school! Thank you! I hope Gunter will eventually ace the class 🐠🦭🎓!!
Hello 👋🏼 How is Gunter doing these days?
Nice work graduating to the training pool, Gunter!! 🙌🏼