An Uber driver referred to as Prince took on a unique passenger recently—a young scrub hare in need of urgent medical help! Thanks to Prince and several other animal heroes, the leveret got to the right hands in the nick of time.
Gauteng, South Africa (30 August 2024) — An Uber driver became a hero to a young hare recently after helping animal heroes provide her with life-saving care!
Earlier this week, the South African Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (SAWRC) received a distressing call to action after a young scrub hare found itself on the wrong side of a cat.
Injured and at risk due to her tender age, the SAWRC knew that action for the hare needed to be taken without haste.
In Ebotse, Deidre Botha quickly made a plan to get the hare to help, calling on Uber and animal champion Prince, who is said to be a “magic man”.
Prince welcomed his hare passenger with open arms, and soon, the two embarked on a lengthy trip until they reached the clinic that’d nurse the little animal back to health. Like any epic driver, Prince made sure his passenger was comfortable and made sure she was put at ease with soothing words.
“Prince had apparently had a 45 minute conversation with the baby, explaining that everything would be okay and that she was going to be helped soon,” share SAWRC.
It wasn’t long until the hare was dropped off with Judy Davidson ahead of midnight; safe, sound and ready to get professional care.
The hare had her wounds checked out and cleaned and was given a complicated milk formula mix before getting to rest warmly and safely.
“We cannot stress enough the importance of immediate medical care for any animals caught by cats, even if they don’t appear to have serious injuries. It is vital to remember that unseen infections can prove deadly. Therefore, never release any wildlife your cat may bring home without ensuring they have been checked & treated by a professional.” SAWRC inform.
In the case of the tiny hare, they explain that “cat saliva contains the Pasteurella multocida bacteria, which is usually fatal if left untreated.”
The baby is under Judy’s care, where she will remain until she is older and ready to head back home into the wild—something that wouldn’t have been possible without all the people who took the time out of their own lives to protect a little one’s.
The SAWRC team sang Prince and Deidre’s praises, highlighting them as shining examples of how to handle a rescue effectively.
“In situations like these, every minute counts, and their prompt actions ensured the leveret received the urgent care she needed without delay. We, as wildlife rehabbers, can only wish that all rescuers follow this no-nonsense approach, prioritising the well-being of the animals they encounter! (Stuff our dreams are made of)!!”—SAWRC.
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