For the past fifteen years, a specialist exotic pet resource website and small mammal and rodent rescue based in Abingdon has been run by Christine Goddard.
“Over the years, Crittery has rescued and rehomed a considerable number of small animals, including Greater Jerboa, African Pygmy Hedgehogs and fancy mice, hamsters, degu, chinchilla, and gerbils. When the animals come into us, we assess them for health and behaviour, splitting by sex and if they are suitable, they are rehomed to new homes. New owners have to, however, meet a strict vetting process to ensure they can show awareness of health, diet, environment, and behavioural needs.” Christine explains.
“In cases where the creatures we take in are not suitable for rehoming, they stay with us for life in pet conditions. Sanctuary space may be given due to specialist care that is required for the animal; we also provide lifetime backup for those who are adopted from us. Small mammals and rodents can come to us from various situations. Before Christmas, we had a trio of fancy rats which were brought in by a student who had found them outside a nightclub where they had been abandoned in a carrier bag in the pouring rain. We needed to pay significant veterinary fees to get them treated as being left outdoors in the wet, they were suffering from respiratory illness and potential parasite and infection issues. Sadly, one had to be put down for humane reasons, but the remaining pair were later rehomed to a very experienced pet home. Joey is doing very well but Theo has some socialisation/behaviour issues.”
Together with her partner and eleven-year-old son, Christine cares for many creatures each year. She also provides an extensive range of information on her website relating to animal welfare for various small mammals and rodents. Information is constantly updated to ensure it provides the latest most accurate advice. Christine is an experienced content writer who has written multiple animal care courses and articles and can be contacted for custom items.
To find out more about Crittery visit crittery.co.uk
