November 2010
19 November 2010
Frodo has undergone two series of surgery in an attempt to remove pellets from her body. Dr Amber Gillett was able to remove seven pellets from various parts of her body, one of which was located in the skull throughout the two surgeries.
On Friday 19 November, a media call was scheduled to discuss the condition of Frodo as Dr Amber was happy with her progress and felt she was healthy enough to face cameras.
"Frodo is a very alert little girl and has been moving around freely by herself, we have transferred Frodo into a larger enclosure within the Intensive Care Unit of the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. We are happy with her progress and will transfer her to an outside enclosure with other koala joeys," Dr Amber said.
Frodo still has a long way to go, sustaining these injuries as a 2kg koala makes the road to recovery tougher. The biggest worry at the moment is still the possibility that she may succumb to lead toxicity as some of those pellets are remaining in her intestinal tract.
"The lead pellets are still a concern, although at this stage there is no evidence that poisoning has occurred, it is still our highest priority and will continue to be monitored."
"I expect Frodo to remain in care for a minimum of six to eight months or until she has reached pre-release size of 4kg." Amber continued.
Due to overwhelming public concern, Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors have set up an Everyday Hero page for Frodo and others like her in care at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital.
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Gail from London 4th December 2010 03:49:31 AEST
As horrific as this is, unfortunately nothing surprises or shocks me anymore. A beautiful, beautiful animal, one of my favourite animals definitely. That face just melts my heart. Sweet, sweet Frodo is in the best hands possible and I'm optimistic that she will do well; fingers and everything else crossed everyone. xxxxxxxxx (I'm a great believer in what goes around, comes around).
Carla 1st December 2010 02:01:08 AEST
What's news about the health of our baby miracle?
Ji Shen 26th November 2010 18:19:00 AEST
it's great to see Frodo's progress. Thanks Dr Amber and the team. And hope the shooter be found ASAP and be made an example out of.
Toni from Sunny Coast, Qld 26th November 2010 01:14:50 AEST
Keep up the great work little Frodo!! You are in the best hands in the world with Dr Amber and the wonderful staff at Australia Zoo! Hope the culprits who hurt you and killed your Mum are caught and brought to justice. Congrats to Terri
Hillbilly Jim 24th November 2010 10:34:40 AEST
Hang in there, little girl! We are praying for you; you have a wonderful life ahead of you! Thanks to everyone at Australia Zoo for all the hard work, dedication and love you are committing to this furry little miracle!
Deb 24th November 2010 05:08:57 AEST
Hang in there Frodo. Love and big hugs from America.
Li Wei Hua - China 22nd November 2010 19:34:23 AEST
Little Frodo, with best wishes to all of you with happiness, joy and good luck! 加油啊！愉快的生活在每一天！
Diana 22nd November 2010 01:19:49 AEST
I live in South Korea and I felt terrible when I first read what had happened to dear little Frodo. And now I feel so much relieved that she is recovering well. Thanks you, doctors! and Frodo, you are doing well and please remember that there are lots of people who are praying for you on the other side of the earth. love you girl!
Kiona 20th November 2010 14:25:25 AEST
i hope the little fella gets well soon! happy early b-day to your son and i wish the best for the party. i miss steve alot but i am glad you are still running the zoo! thanks! may God bless you.
Carla - Brazil 20th November 2010 11:32:51 AEST
Frodo has to win! Congratulations to this team of wonderful doctors! You are great heroes
JUNPANDA 20th November 2010 10:47:14 AEST
フロドがユーカリの葉を食べているのを見て、本当に嬉しい。早く全ての銃弾が体内から取り出されることを祈ってます。Translated as:I'm really happy to see Frodo eating eucalyptus leaves. I hope that soon all the bullets will be removed from his body.
ludag 20th November 2010 08:40:07 AEST
Sweet Frodo, I hope you will be better as soon as possible and you will forget this terrible things that happened to you. you are so pure!lots of loveLudag-
Vic 20th November 2010 07:10:25 AEST
I am happy for you, little koala joey. Best wishes from Luxembourg
Markus 19th November 2010 22:35:40 AEST
Dear Dr. Amber & Team, Thank you very much for the great work, for helping Frodo and all the other animals and thank you for the news and pictures. Frodo is in our thoughts!