This site was created by licensed, trained and experienced macropod carers.
If you have had joeys in care who have (or have had) similar symptoms reach out to us. We are keen to keep learning more about this illness and ultimately to save more joeys.

VET Contact

We have been assisted greatly by Dr Bree TalbotFoundation Veterinarian, Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital. 

Bree is happy to talk to carers or other vets who may be experiencing similar-sounding issues. 

If urgent call 1300 945 354
Otherwise email [email protected]

Wildlife Health/ Samples/Pathology

Dr Karrie Rose from Australian Registry of Wildlife Health has been involved in testing samples and investigating this illness for many years. She is keen to liaise with other vets or carers and can advise on what samples are important to collect or what data might be useful to record and submit. 

Karrie can be contacted on 
[email protected]

Carer Contact

Renata Phelps and Don Metcalfe cared for macropods for more than 10 years and experienced many cases of this illness. We have been active in trying to find answers and solutions and encouraging networking between carers so that they don't feel isolated if experiencing these issues. 

Renata can be contacted on 0411029737 or [email protected]