Oh deer! RSPCA rescues deer stuck in a school fence in Prescot
Pupils at Prescott High called for help after finding the Roe jammed between the railings
The RSPCA has been called out to rescue a roe deer which had become well and truly stuck between metal school fence railings in Liverpool.
Pupils at Prescott High School, in Knowsley Park Lane, came across the helpless deer who was stuck between two of the railings.
She had managed to get her head and upper body through the tight gap but was unable to get her pelvis to follow. The position she was in meant she was unable to back her way out of the railings.
Thankfully, apart from some bruising, the animal was fine.
RSPCA inspector Anthony Joynes said:
“I could see the poor deer was well and truly stuck and was clearly frightened so I worked quickly to free her. I gently covered her head with a blanket to stop her getting stressed which immediately calmed her down.
“I then got to work using my car jack to extend the bars which took a few minutes.
“The deer had some bruising around her sides from trying to free herself but it was decided it would be best to release her immediately to save her from getting stressed - which can be very dangerous for deer.
“Once she had room to manoeuvre I lifted off the blanket and gave her a gentle nudge - she then ran off happily. This was great to see and staff at the school who were watching from a safe distance were cheering afterwards.
“I am grateful to the pupils for spotting this deer and staff at the school for reporting the matter to the RSPCA while also keeping away from the animal to prevent stress.
“Although deer traditionally live in forests, moors and parkland, they are becoming more common in urban environments across the UK, for example they have been seen in gardens, golf courses, roads and railway lines.”
The RSPCA would urge anyone who spots a deer, or other wild animal, in distress to keep a safe distance and contact them on 0300 123 4999. Do not try and free it yourself. Wild animals can scratch, kick and bite when frightened, particularly if they are injured. You could risk hurting yourself and the animal.
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