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Learn more about the patients we are currently caring for in our rehabilitation hospital!
On April 17th we received a call for an injured seal in Long Branch. The female Grey seal was suffering from severe edema (swelling) in her right front flipper, and moderate edema with an open draining wound on her left front flipper. The seal was rushed to MMSC's hospital. Our veterinarian examined the seal, noting that she had a very large infected abscess in her right front flipper that had spread upwards towards her shoulder. The abscess was lanced, drained, and flushed to clean it out. Both oral and topical medication has been started to battle the infection, as well as pain medication to help keep her comfortable as she recovers. The pup's intake weight was 50 lbs. She is currently being assist-fed by the Stranding Technicians. Our newest patient is currently resting comfortably in Tub 10 of the Quonset Hut, and is in stable but guarded condition due to the severity of the infection.
On April 5th we received an urgent call for an entangled seal pup in Island Beach State Park. The male Grey seal had a length of polypropylene line, which was tied at the end into a knot, embedded into his neck. The seal was rushed to MMSC's hospital. Our veterinarian was already at MMSC waiting for the new intake, and successfully removed the line within minutes of his arrival. The line left a wound that was one inch deep, running approximately 15cm across the back of his neck. Fortunately the line had not yet cut into the underside of his neck. The wound was cleaned and treated, and medication has been started to prevent infection and to keep him comfortable as he heals. The pup's intake weight was 51.8lbs. The Stranding Technicians have started supportive care via tube feeding with a mixture of electrolytes to rehydrate the new patient, and formula for nutritional support.
This is the third entangled seal that has been admitted to MMSC this season.
On March 30th the Stranding Team responded to a male Grey seal pup in Long Branch at North Bath Ave. The seal's behavior was observed on the beach by shifts of MMSC Stranding Volunteers for over 24 hours. Unfortunately people had been harassing this seal as he tried to rest, so he became exhausted. He was admitted to MMSC for a possible respiratory infection. His intake weight was 40.2lbs. The pup has already started eating whole fish on his own. He is currently resting comfortably in the Annex Holding pen.
On March 26th the Stranding Team admitted a male Grey seal pup found stranded in Long Branch at Seven Presidents Park. His body condition was thin, and he was lethargic. His intake weight was 32.2lbs. The Technicians are currently assist-feeding this patient. He is resting comfortably in Pen 2 of the Pool House.
On March 26th we received a call for a female Grey seal pup stranded in Ocean City at 1st street. She was suffering from a wound on the back of her neck that had developed an infected abscess, and edema (swelling) in both of her front flippers. She is currently being treated for infection with both oral and topical medications, as well as medication to keep her comfortable. The Technicians are currently assist-feeding this patient. Her intake weight was 52.2lbs. She is resting comfortably in Pen 1 of the Pool House.
On March 25th we received a call for a severely injured seal in Sea Isle City. When the Stranding Team arrived they discovered a female Harp seal yearling suffering from a large open laceration on the right side of her head and a large abscess on her right shoulder. She was immediately transported to MMSC. The seal is currently being treated for infection with both oral and topical medications, as well as medication to keep her comfortable. Her intake weight was 46lbs. She is currently eating on her own, and resting comfortably in Tub 10 of the Hut. This patient is in stable but very guarded condition due to the extent of her injuries.
On March 20th we received a call for a seal hauled out at 79th Street in Harvey Cedars. When the Stranding Team arrived to assess the seal, they discovered that the female Grey pup was suffering from multiple injuries to all of her flippers, including a more severe injury on her left rear flipper with bone exposed. Once admitted into the hospital, staff began supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes. Treatment has been started to address her wounds. The seal's intake weight was 42.2 lbs. She is currently resting comfortably in Tub 9 of the Quonset Hut. The pup is currently being assist-fed.
On March 18th we received a call for a Grey seal pup hauled out at Ocean Avenue in Monmouth Beach. The young male was active and alert, however he was wheezing. Once admitted into the hospital, staff began supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes. He is being treated for a possible respiratory infection. The seal's intake weight was 50 lbs. He is currently resting comfortably in Tub 8 of the Quonset Hut. The pup is currently being assist-fed.
On March 13th an entangled seal was reported on the beach in Loveladies. The female Grey seal pup had a gill net around her neck. The Stranding Technician transported the young seal to MMSC to be admitted to the hospital, where a medical assessment was performed. The Stranding Coordinator carefully removed the net, which was partially embedded into her neck. The entanglement left behind a significant wound encircling her neck, approximately 2" wide and 1" deep. The team began supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes to rehydrate the new patient and provide nutritional support. Oral and topical medications were started to prevent infection and to help keep her comfortable as she recovers. She is currently being assist-fed by the Technicians. Our newest patient is resting comfortably in Tub 6 of the Quonset Hut, and is in stable but guarded condition.
On March 12th the Stranding Team responded to a male Grey seal on the beach in Lavallette. He was was suffering from an abscessed wound on his right hip. The pup was admitted into the hospital, and given supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes. The seal's intake weight was 39.8 bs. Oral and topical treatment was started to address his wound. He is currently being assist-fed by the Technicians, and resting comfortably in Pen B of the Pool House.
Update 4/9- Tagged #76 left rear flipper and moved to the exercise pool.
On March 12th we received a call for a seal pup on the beach is Sea Isle City. The male Grey seal was suffering from a wound on his right rear flipper. Once admitted into the hospital, staff began supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes. Treatment was started to prevent infection. The seal's intake weight was 46.8lbs. He is currently being assist-fed by the Technicians. He is currently resting comfortably in Tub 5 of the Quonset Hut.
On March 11th the Stranding Team responded to an injured Grey seal pup on the beach in Avalon. Once admitted into the hospital, staff began supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes to rehydrate the seal. Upon examination it was found that the male pup was suffering from a large wound on his right rear flipper, and several smaller wounds all over the rest of his body. Oral and topical treatment was started to prevent infection. The seal's intake weight was 48.4 lbs. He is currently resting comfortably in Pen 3 of the Pool House. The pup is being assist-fed.
On March 9th we received a call for a Grey seal pup hauled out on the beach in Sea Isle City. The young male was suffering from a large wound on his right shoulder. Once admitted into the hospital, staff began supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes. Oral and topical treatment was started to prevent infection. The seal's intake weight was 44.2 lbs. He is currently resting comfortably in Tub 7 of the Quonset Hut. The pup is currently being assist-fed.
On February 22nd we received a call for a seal pup lying on the beach at Allen Ave. in Allenhurst. The female Grey seal pup was very thin and lethargic. She was transported to MMSC where she was given supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes. The pup's intake weight was 32.4 lbs. She is currently resting comfortably in Pen 4 of the Pool House.
On February 21st at 4:00am we received a call for a seal pup lying on the beach near the Ocean Casino in Atlantic City. The male Grey seal pup was suffering from multiple injuries, including a severe laceration on his left rear flipper, and several smaller lacerations and punctures to his right front flipper and shoulder. The seal was transported to MMSC where he was given first aid for his wounds and supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes. The pups’ intake weight was 43.2 lbs. He is currently resting comfortably in Pen A of the ICU in guarded condition.
Update 4/9- Tagged #74 left rear flipper and moved to the exercise pool.
On February 18th we received a call for a seal pup lying on the beach in Ship Bottom. The male Grey seal pup’s overall body condition was thin. The pup was immediately transported to MMSC where he was given supportive care via tube feeding a mixture of formula and electrolytes. The pup's intake weight was 26.6 lbs. , making him the smallest seal admitted so far this season. He is currently resting comfortably in Pen 3 of the Pool House.
Update 4/9- Tagged #75 left rear flipper and moved to the exercise pool.
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