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## A Second Chance for Orphaned Otters
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Dave. Teh rescue of Tinsel and Star has certainly captured hearts. Could you tell us more about the circumstances of their discovery?
**Dave Webb:** Certainly.Tinsel was found in norfolk, alone and dehydrated, while Star was discovered orphaned in Wiltshire. Both cubs were incredibly vulnerable and faced almost certain death without intervention.
**Interviewer:** What immediate steps did the Trust take upon receiving the cubs?
**dave Webb:** Our priority was to stabilize their condition. Both cubs received immediate veterinary attention and were put on a specialized feeding regime to help them regain strength.
**Interviewer:** How old are the cubs now, and what their care regimen like?
**Dave Webb:** Currently, Tinsel and Star are between two and four months old. They’ve been carefully weaned off a milk substitute and are now enjoying mashed-up trout. It’s important to ensure they receive the nutrients they need to thrive.
**Interviewer:** What are the Trust’s plans for Tinsel and Star’s future?
**Dave Webb:** Our goal is to prepare them for a successful return to the wild. they will remain under our care until they are around 14 months old, at which point they will have the skills and independence to survive on their own.
**Interviewer:** This rescue highlights the critical role wildlife sanctuaries play. Do you believe society should do more to protect vulnerable species like otters?
**Dave Webb:** Absolutely. Habitat loss and human encroachment pose critically important threats to otter populations.Increased awareness, responsible land management practices, and support for organizations like ours are crucial for ensuring their long-term survival.
**Interviewer:** What message do you have for our readers who might be inspired by Tinsel and Star’s story?
**Dave Webb:** Every individual can make a difference. Whether it’s supporting local conservation efforts, being mindful of our impact on wildlife habitats, or simply spreading awareness, we all have a role to play in protecting these unbelievable creatures.
What are your thoughts? Shouldn’t we all be doing more to conserve wild spaces and ensure the survival of animals like these orphaned otter cubs?
## Archyde Interview: Hope for Orphaned Otter Cubs
**Today on Archyde, we’re joined by Dave Webb, founder of the UK Wild Otter Trust sanctuary, to discuss the recent rescue of two orphaned otter cubs, Tinsel and Star.**
Dave, thank you for joining us. can you tell our viewers a little about the circumstances surrounding the rescue of these two cubs?
**Dave Webb:**
Certainly. It was a heartbreaking situation. Both Tinsel and Star were found alone and incredibly vulnerable. Tinsel was discovered in Norfolk, while star was found in Wiltshire. It’s clear they’d both lost their mothers and wouldn’t have survived long without intervention.
**that’s truly heartbreaking.How old were the cubs when they were rescued?**
**Dave Webb:** They were very young, both still dependent on their mothers for milk and care.Without specialized care, their chances of survival would have been slim to none.
**What kind of care are tinsel and Star receiving at the sanctuary?**
**Dave Webb:** We provide them with round-the-clock care, including specialized milk formula, warm dens to snuggle in, and opportunities to learn essential otter behaviours like swimming and foraging. Our goal is to prepare them for a triumphant return to the wild when they are around 14 months old.
**That’s a long process, I imagine. What are the biggest challenges you face in rehabilitating orphaned otter cubs?**
**Dave Webb**: The biggest challenge is replicating the care and lessons a mother otter would provide. While we can provide food and shelter, it’s difficult to completely recreate the social learning and bonding that’s essential for their advancement.
**Despite these challenges, your work is clearly making a difference.
What message do you hope people take away from the story of Tinsel and Star?**
**Dave Webb: I hope people realize how much our actions impact wildlife. Habitat loss and pollution are major threats to otters and other species. by supporting conservation efforts and making conscious choices in our daily lives, we can all help protect these amazing creatures and ensure they have a brighter future. **
**Thank you, Dave, for sharing your insights and for the incredible work you’re doing at the UK Wild Otter Trust. We wish Tinsel and Star all the best in their recovery.**
Two Orphaned Otter Cubs Rescued and Given a Second Chance
In a heartwarming act of conservation, two otter cubs, orphaned after losing their mothers, were recently rescued and are now receiving specialized care at the UK Wild Otter Trust sanctuary in North Devon. The cubs,a female named Tinsel and a male named Star,were found separately in Norfolk and Wiltshire,respectively. The Trust’s founder, Dave webb, stressed the dire situation the cubs faced.“They would have both died if they had not been found,” he said. “They will be at the trust until they are about 14 months old when they are able to fend for themselves.” Currently aged between two and four months, the otter cubs are being carefully weaned off a liquid diet and are now enjoying meals of mashed up trout. The Trust is dedicated to providing the best possible care for these vulnerable animals, preparing them for a future return to the wild.## A Second Chance for Orphaned Otters
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Dave. Teh rescue of Tinsel and Star has certainly captured hearts. Could you tell us more about the circumstances of their discovery?
**Dave Webb:** Certainly.Tinsel was found in norfolk, alone and dehydrated, while Star was discovered orphaned in Wiltshire. Both cubs were incredibly vulnerable and faced almost certain death without intervention.
**Interviewer:** What immediate steps did the Trust take upon receiving the cubs?
**dave Webb:** Our priority was to stabilize their condition. Both cubs received immediate veterinary attention and were put on a specialized feeding regime to help them regain strength.
**Interviewer:** How old are the cubs now, and what their care regimen like?
**Dave Webb:** Currently, Tinsel and Star are between two and four months old. They’ve been carefully weaned off a milk substitute and are now enjoying mashed-up trout. It’s important to ensure they receive the nutrients they need to thrive.
**Interviewer:** What are the Trust’s plans for Tinsel and Star’s future?
**Dave Webb:** Our goal is to prepare them for a successful return to the wild. they will remain under our care until they are around 14 months old, at which point they will have the skills and independence to survive on their own.
**Interviewer:** This rescue highlights the critical role wildlife sanctuaries play. Do you believe society should do more to protect vulnerable species like otters?
**Dave Webb:** Absolutely. Habitat loss and human encroachment pose critically important threats to otter populations.Increased awareness, responsible land management practices, and support for organizations like ours are crucial for ensuring their long-term survival.
**Interviewer:** What message do you have for our readers who might be inspired by Tinsel and Star’s story?
**Dave Webb:** Every individual can make a difference. Whether it’s supporting local conservation efforts, being mindful of our impact on wildlife habitats, or simply spreading awareness, we all have a role to play in protecting these unbelievable creatures.
What are your thoughts? Shouldn’t we all be doing more to conserve wild spaces and ensure the survival of animals like these orphaned otter cubs?
## Archyde Interview: Hope for Orphaned Otter Cubs
**Today on Archyde, we’re joined by Dave Webb, founder of the UK Wild Otter Trust sanctuary, to discuss the recent rescue of two orphaned otter cubs, Tinsel and Star.**
Dave, thank you for joining us. can you tell our viewers a little about the circumstances surrounding the rescue of these two cubs?
**Dave Webb:**
Certainly. It was a heartbreaking situation. Both Tinsel and Star were found alone and incredibly vulnerable. Tinsel was discovered in Norfolk, while star was found in Wiltshire. It’s clear they’d both lost their mothers and wouldn’t have survived long without intervention.
**that’s truly heartbreaking.How old were the cubs when they were rescued?**
**Dave Webb:** They were very young, both still dependent on their mothers for milk and care.Without specialized care, their chances of survival would have been slim to none.
**What kind of care are tinsel and Star receiving at the sanctuary?**
**Dave Webb:** We provide them with round-the-clock care, including specialized milk formula, warm dens to snuggle in, and opportunities to learn essential otter behaviours like swimming and foraging. Our goal is to prepare them for a triumphant return to the wild when they are around 14 months old.
**That’s a long process, I imagine. What are the biggest challenges you face in rehabilitating orphaned otter cubs?**
**Dave Webb**: The biggest challenge is replicating the care and lessons a mother otter would provide. While we can provide food and shelter, it’s difficult to completely recreate the social learning and bonding that’s essential for their advancement.
**Despite these challenges, your work is clearly making a difference.
What message do you hope people take away from the story of Tinsel and Star?**
**Dave Webb: I hope people realize how much our actions impact wildlife. Habitat loss and pollution are major threats to otters and other species. by supporting conservation efforts and making conscious choices in our daily lives, we can all help protect these amazing creatures and ensure they have a brighter future. **
**Thank you, Dave, for sharing your insights and for the incredible work you’re doing at the UK Wild Otter Trust. We wish Tinsel and Star all the best in their recovery.**
