A few days ago, we received an unusual call: Someone reported to have found a bear cub on the road near Trail and had picked it up, currently holding it in a Pillowcase? Honestly I was pretty confused by that statement but concluded that the cub must be in rough shape.

With the help of volunteers, the cub was brought to a vet for x-rays, which revealed a badly broken femur.  Surgery and plating were required for this tiny cub weighing in at only 4.5lb. For every rehabber this becomes a difficult decision cost for one versus others that might need rescue. But we couldn’t turn our back on her and so she underwent surgery at Nelson Animal Hospital with Dr. Celeste Bignell operating.  Our little fighter pulled through just fine and with the help of several driving volunteers made her way from Nelson to Smithers.

Named Gimlet by the doctor and volunteers, she has captured our hearts. Being the smallest cub in care and climbing and playing despite her injury, the spirit of this little warrior is an inspiration to us all.

Gimlet will need to see our local vet within 4 weeks for plate removal, but we have high hopes that she will take that in stride.

You can donate to Gimlets care and others in our care here --> https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/10649