Buddy is rapidly shedding his lanugo and doing well!
Buddy Blubber
Patient Record
Species: Harbour Seal
Patient ID: PV2605
Admitted on: 2026/06/02
Collection Site: Pitt River
Reason for Admission: Marine Mammal Disturbance, Maternal Separation
Weight at Admission: 7.5 kg
Patient Status: in care
Time in Care: 14 days
Current Habitat: In Quarantine
Every seal that arrives at the rescue centre is placed in a tub under quarantine. This is the first temporary home for each new arrival, where they remain for at least 14 days before they are moved to a larger tub.
Transfer History
Received from: (Direct to MMR)
Mode of Transport: MMR Ambulance
Story
Buddy Blubber was admitted after underweight and with a full lanugo coat that indicates he was born prematurely. Pups born prematurely have difficulty regulating their body temperature and blood glucose so Buddy will be closely monitored by our team over the coming days.
Symbolic Adoption
You can help us care for Buddy Blubber 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
Milk Matrix Buddy Blubber is being fed a milk formula that mimics the milk he would receive from his mother. This formula is high in fat and promotes weight gain. He will eventually be weaned onto fish.
Patient Updates