Big Tom was released after 66 days in our care.
You can see the list of all animals released at this release in the release record.
Big Tom
Patient Record
Species: Harbour Seal
Patient ID: PV2545
Admitted on: 2025/07/23
Collection Site: Parker Island
Reason for Admission: Marine Mammal Disturbance, Maternal Separation
Weight at Admission: 9.3 kg
Patient Status: released
Time in Care: 66 days (2 months, 5 days)
Transfer History
Received from: IWNCC
Original Admission: 2025/07/18
Weight at Admission: 7.7 kg
Mode of Transport: Harbour Air
Release
Story
Big Tom was rescued after being separated from his mother and is settling in well.
Patient Updates
Big Tom is finally shedding his lanugo and getting bigger each day!
Big Tom is eating fish all on his own and is in a pool with 2 other pups!
Big Tom is in a pre-release pool and gaining weight each day!