THE Currumbin Sanctuary Wildlife Hospital is in a critical condition.

The not-for-profit organisation is crying out for funding through a steady increase in animals requiring treatment in the past three years.

Senior vet Michael Pyne said the facility was buckling under increasing operational costs.

“Last year we treated 6500 animals. That is a steady increase of 1000 a year,” he said.

Funds have fallen $200,000 short of the $300,000 required to maintain the necessary standard.

The hospital is supported by 130 volunteers and receives no government funding.

“We don't want to compromise the level of care. But without funding that won't be possible,” he said.

“It is the cost of medical care, equipment, supplies and drugs. We don't want to cut back on any of those things.”

Member for Currumbin Jann Stuckey slammed the State Government for not providing support.

“It's appalling that the government has never provided any funding,” she said.

“The hospital, a great resource for the region, was built out of sanctuary funds.

“Now in their time of need the government is turning a blind eye.”

Dr Pyne said people needed to understand how dire the situation was.

“Since 1989 the hospital has rehabilitated and released more than 40,000 animals,” he said.

“We aim to release all animals. People need to be aware that we do need help.

“We need funding and sponsorship.”