Community rallies behind abandoned seal pup

An abandoned day-old seal pup has inspired the creation of a Go Fund me page to pay for his rehabilitation.

Tue, 11 Jul, 2017 - 01:00

Sarah Slater

Ron was orphaned by his mother after being prematurely born in Strand Hill, Sligo several days ago.

Seal Rescue Ireland co-ordinated his rescue and transport to its specialised centre in Courtown, Co Wexford where he arrived dehydrated and malnourished. He weighed 8kg.

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Courts seal pup Wildlife Place: Strand Hill, Sligo Place: Courtown, Co Place: Republic of Ireland Person: Ron Organisation: Seal Rescue Ireland

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