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" To animals born in captivity and fated to be ignored and abused, I've dedicated this organization." - Bobbi Brink, Founder
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Our Mission
Lions Tigers & Bears is dedicated to providing a safe haven to abused and abandoned exotic animals and to inspiring an educational forum to end the exotic animal trade. As a state and federally licensed 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a NO KILL, NO BREED sanctuary that allows the animals in our care to live out their lives with dignity in a caring and safe environment.
Turkey Bash
Come get WILD at Lions Tigers & Bears the Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving - and watch our rescued big cats and bears enjoy their Thanksgiving Feast. This event is a special twist on our regularly scheduled 10 AM guided educational visit.
Christmas with the Animals
Come watch the animals open their Christmas presents and celebrate the holiday season in the beautiful San Diego countryside with fresh air and wide open spaces alongside your friends, family, and the animals!
Virtual Meet n' Greet
Invite a big cat or bear to your next meeting!
Invite a big cat or bear to your next virtual meeting - and it will be guaranteed to be one that your co-workers or friends and family will never forget! Are you practicing social distancing? Does that mean virtual meetings are your new norm? Lions Tigers & Bears' WILD VIRTUAL Meet n' Greets are the perfect way to shake up the monotony of your virtual meetings - and the best part is - your participating benefits the animals!
Donor Spotlight
"When I was invited by friends to go visit Lions Tigers & Bears three years ago, I was very skeptical. I am NOT a fan of zoos. I am not a fan of animals in captivity of any kind. And even after I was assured that this was not a zoo I still had my doubts."
Read the rest of the Bowlen's story and find out how they became avid supporters of our sanctuary.
What 'Tiger King' Doesn't Tell You
The Netflix docuseries, Tiger King, has taken the internet by storm, sending shockwaves and loads of memes across the interweb, all while rising to the ranks of the #1 series on the streaming service. However, the docuseries fell short in its depiction of the reality that captive big cats endure when exploited for profit in the U.S. Click below to learn more.
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Today is #NationalWildlifeDay๐๐๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป And a great opportunity to help spread the word about the exotic animal trade and the importance of keeping our wildlife in the wild - where they belong!
There are many ways you can help Lions Tigers & Bears to provide a high level of care for our big cats, bears and other rescued animals. We rely on the donations and gracious support of our members and friends like you. Sponsor an animal, donate an item from our wishlist, join our fundraising events or give your time by volunteering.
Head here: https://www.lionstigersandbears.org/take-action for more ways you can get involved.
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Moka enjoying his enrichment! ๐๐ฏโจ A very special thank you to Trees for Tigers USA for the toys. The animals and ourselves appreciate it so much!
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Happy birthday beautiful boy!?
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We're celebrating not just a birthday today - but Moka's rescue - and a life free from abusive exploitation.
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Moka was lucky - finding lifetime refuge at an accredited sanctuary - but many more tigers bred for the exotic animal trade are not. Thank you for following Moka's journey + for continuing to support LTB's critical rescue and education work.
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Your donations, membership, visits, volunteer efforts and support truly make a difference and ensure that animals like Moka live with dignity and respect.
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Will you consider a donation of $27 today to support Moka's lifetime care at LTB?โค๏ธ it costs over $10K/year - or $27/day - for basic food and care for a tiger like Moka. Your donation at any level keeps Moka and tigers like him safe.
Swipe ? for adorable baby Moka video taken by @sdzsafaripark. Do you want to send Moka a birthday message?
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Happy Funday Fur-iday ?? from rescued grizzly Albert. Are you staying cool like this big guy??
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How bear-y? cute is this video of rescued Himalayan bear Teddy eating his apple?? ??
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Fun fact: Meatball starts every day with a great big grin? Can this rescued bear motivate you to smile this Monday???
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Moka+ Nola= #SundayFunday
Couldn't you watch these two ???all day?
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Happy Caturday?from rescued tiger Moka! Moka's 1st birthday at LTB is just one week away - 7/27 during the 10 am visit. Are you coming to watch him open his presents??
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Slide?to see a baby pic of Moka after he was first rescued from animal traffickers - ?@drmonicaharms. Do you remember when Moka was that small?!
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?Your donations in action!โจ Thank you bear-y much for donating to Liberty's birthday fundraiser and making her bday wish come true? The new bear ? culvert has been installed and the bears are loving it!!!
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LTB is also working on adding a new den in Liberty's safety bedroom. Your donation at any level will help us finish this much needed work for the black bears?? Thank you!
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On a scale from 1 to 10 how awesome is this throwback video of rescued white tiger Nola playing in the water?? This girl always has SO much fun with H2O?
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Just a reminder: Please don't pay to see white tigers in performances or pay to hold or play with tiger cubs. There are no legitimate accredited breeding programs for white tigers. White tigers have no conservation value โ they are bred solely in captivity for exploitation.
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White tigers are not a separate species - they're Bengal tigers and mixed-breed tigers that have been inbred to carry a very rare recessive gene for white fur. This inbreeding causes white tigers to suffer from extremely high rates of many congenital health problems including facial deformities and vision problems.
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If you want to see a white tiger and learn more about them, visit a true sanctuary like LTB where proceeds from your visit support lifelong care for rescued animals like Nola?
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Can you imagine living each day in fear, kept captive in a tiny cage, while people yell at you and shake you?
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That was Clarence's reality for over a decade at an Ohio fur farm, where this bobcat was used for his urine which was then sold to hunters.
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To harvest his urine, the fur farm owners would scare it out of him each day - shaking Clarence's cage, shouting at him and intimidating him until he would urinate. These daily sessions traumatized Clarence, exposing him to ongoing stress.
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When he was rescued by LTB in 2015, Clarence was understandably cautious. It took him a while to adjust to his new surroundings and trust that no-one was going to hurt him anymore.
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Over the past four year, Clarence has transformed? Now he spends his days watching the birds and napping. He enjoys catnip as well as a good treat. He's also forged a strong bond with fellow rescued bobcat Mia. The two can often be found hanging out together.
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Clarence no longer lives a life dominated by fear. He is safe thanks to youโค๏ธ
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LTB couldn't save animals like Clarence without your help. Your donation at any level truly makes a difference for Clarence and all the rescued animals.
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Surprise - Moka's taking a turn in the big pool! He + Nola? were just rotated into a different habitat as part of their ongoing enrichment.
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Exploring new spaces like this provides a physical and mental challenge ? for captive animals.
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Moka is a more cautious tiger? He needed a day to adjust, but now he's jumping and swimming like a champ?
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Confiscated at the US/MX border from animal traffickers when he was just weeks old, LTB's youngest rescue "cub" is growing fast!?
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Moka will be celebrating his FIRST full year at LTB on Saturday, July 27โ will you come join the fun??
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Happy Caturday!? Are you ready to paw-ty??
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Paws up? if you want to spend the holiday #weekend poolside ?โโ๏ธ like rescued grizzlies Albert?+ Cherry ??
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Are you looking for a way to put your time + talent to good use?!??? Join our amazing team of volunteers. Volunteers are the heart and soul of our work here at the sanctuary, providing essential help in so many areas โ from checking-in visitors, to food prep, and even leading visits.
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Do you know someone who might be interested in volunteering??Please tag them in the comments. (Volunteer link in profile for more info)
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And please help us thank? all of the incredible volunteers - like Michele here - for everything they do to support the rescued animalsโค๏ธ
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If you'd like to watch this entire video - it's on the Volunteer page of the LTB website at lionstigersandbears.org
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What do you think Maddie is smiling about today???
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Bears smile much like humans do, for their own bear reasons based on what makes them feel happy.
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Originally purchased as a pet for a child, Maddie was nearly sold to a canned hunt and spent years confined to a small cage with no space to play or roam and never setting foot on green grass?or dirt.
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Now she spends her days exploring the multi-acre black bear habitat, playing with her bestie Liberty ?rolling in the grass, munching her favorite snack - romaine lettuce? - and cooling off in the pool.
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Maddie has many reasons to smile now thanks to you. Thank you for continuing to support LTB and putting this big bear grin on Maddie's sweet face.โค๏ธ???
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Does Bakari look ready to take on Monday?? #thatface ?
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Just add water ? and rescued white tiger Nola is a happy girl? what's the #1 ingredient in your purr-fect #Caturday?
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Will you help make Liberty's birthday? wish come true?
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She might be full-grown, but she'll always be our baby? This wild-born bear nearly lost her life as a young cub. Now she's celebrating a milestone birthday and she needs your help.
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Like many yearlings who leave their mothers in search of food + territory, Liberty learned to find food entering campgrounds as a young cub? When wild animals are no longer afraid to enter populated areas, they're considered habituated. Sadly this conflict often costs wild animals their lives.
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Fortunately, officials reached out to LTB for lifetime placement and with your support, this wild-born baby became the very first rescued bear at the sanctuary on July 4, 2009?? Liberty literally put the "bear" in Lions Tigers and Bearsโค๏ธ
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Thanks to you, Liberty has grown these past 10 years into the happy, healthy bear she is today. The black bear habitat is now home to five other rescued black bears. As the baby of the group, Liberty stirs up some trouble - sneaking into all the other bears bedrooms to snoop for goodies or look for a better napping spot? It's not uncommon to find her sleeping in Delilah's bedroom. Liberty has also forged a strong friendship with Maddie and the two can often be found playing and rolling in the grass together, sitting at the picnic table? or taking an afternoon dip in the pool.
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Liberty and all the black bears desperately need an additional culvert in their habitat. These giant cement culverts provide essential shade during the summer, cozy dens ? during the winter and an overall fun spot to nap, lounge and play. Your donation at any level will make Liberty's birthday wish come true!โค๏ธ
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Every day is a gift for Liberty. She's able to roam the green grass under blue skies in open space thanks to you? Please come celebrate her double-digit birthday at LTB on Friday, July 5 during the morning visit and please consider a donation at any level to support her lifetime care and new culvert!
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Thank you ? Cy and Kim for celebrating your wedding with the animals. We wish you a lifetime of happiness.?? and thanks to @equinoxphoto for sharing these beautiful images?
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Do you know someone searching for a very special venue? Tag them in the comments. We can't wait to get started planning for your special day???
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Isn't this behind-the-scenes peek at a very content Tabu ? purr-fection?
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Tabu is our most sensitive rescued tigress. She doesn't love a lot of new people or noise. We respect her needs and keep her in quieter habitats where she can enjoy her personal space - which makes moments like these even more special to share.
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She's fierce, beautiful and loves her privacy โ is Tabu your spirit animal??
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It's National Selfie Day โ the purr-fect time to remember that wild animals like ?? and ?s suffer for our #selfies. Legitimate sanctuaries and zoos never allow the public hands-on ?contact with ???
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Please don't pay? to hold, play or pose w/lions, tigers, bears, leopards or other big cats - it's always cruel for the animals. Swipe ? for a message from Bobbi.
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When we know better, we do better. Help raise awareness for the animals and show us your โค๏ธ #HumaneSelfie โค๏ธ
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Can you imagine waking up in your own luxurious retreat, to the roars of rescued lions and tigers?โจ
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White Oak Retreat is the beautiful overnight escape at the sanctuary, overlooking the gorgeous Linking Love habitat. All proceeds benefit the rescued animals.???
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Book your next getaway today (link in profile) and feel good knowing that your incredible adventure will not only feed your soul and spirit, but will provide lifesaving care to the rescued animals.?
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Do you know someone who loves animals? Please tag them in the comments to help share this info!?
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Maverick's trying to turn Monday into Funday?? Is it working?
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When you wake up early then realize, it's #Caturday? ? Rescued leopard Conga
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Hank needs your help. Of all the white tigers at LTB, Hank is the one with the most issues. You can see some just by looking at him.
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Tigers are supposed to be long and lean? โ but his blocky head and big shoulders don't match his short legs and stout body. He's clearly cross-eyed - as are all white tigers. These vision and body shape issues cause white tigers to suffer from poor mobility along with many other serious health conditions.
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When the keepers set out enrichment for Hank - it takes him much longer to find the goodies. He startles easily, often scared of his own tail. Due to the extensive inbreeding used to create white tigers โ many suffer from severe and even fatal health impairments.
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There are no legitimate accredited breeding programs for white tigers. White tigers are not a separate subspecies - they are inbred Bengal tigers and cross-bred tigers who've been bred to carry a rare recessive gene for white fur. White tigers have no conservation value - they're bred solely in captivity for exploitation.
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You can help protect tigers by never paying? to see white tigers at a facility that breeds, buys or exploits them.
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After a lifetime trapped in the prison-like conditions of a tiger breeding mill, Hank shows us he is enjoying life at LTB, happily chuffing to his keepers each day and always ready to chow down on some yummy treats โ even if it takes him a while to find themโค๏ธ
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When you donate to LTB - you support life-saving care for formerly exploited animals like Hank.
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It costs $10,000/year for basic food and care for one of our big cats, and $15/day for Hank's daily arthritis medication. Your donation today at any level provides critical care for Hank and all the rescued animals at LTB.
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Is it too early for catnip??Keeper Rebekah set up some Friday fun for the rescued bobcats...
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Who needs a nuzzle and a nap?
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Maverick would like to remind everyone โ he's a tiger?
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The Tetens Family surprised dad, Steve with an early Father's Day present ? - a visit to LTB and an opportunity to feed one of the animals yesterday. Swipe ?to see which animal he chose ???
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LTB's Feed a Wild One and Behind the Scenes encounters are a gift? for everyone involved. Strict safety measures keep everyone protected - while providing an opportunity to encounter amazing rescued animals in a way that genuinely supports critical lifesaving careโค๏ธ
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Participation is always optional for the animals who are fed a portion of their carefully measured daily diet.
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Big tiger chuffs of thanks? to the Tetens for celebrating their dad while supporting all the rescued animals. And Happy early Father's Day to Steve + dads everywhere!
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This is pretty much Louie's whole day?? Do you know anyone who sleeps as much as a lion?
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On a scale from 1? toโ 10? how awesome are happy munching bear noises?
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Awesome Blossom is one of the oldest bears at LTB. She and Delilah were the last remaining residents of a failed roadside zoo in Oklahoma.
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The owner could no longer afford to feed them and had resorted to feeding the bears candy from a nearby factory while making arrangements to sell them to a big game hunt ranch.
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Fortunately with your support LTB was able to rescue both black bears in 2011 and it's been all blue skies for them ever since.โค๏ธ
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Rescued lioness Zulu? had a small oral mass removed yesterday and received some additional dental work from Dr. Allison Woody, DVM, DAVDC and Dr. Ryan Sadler DVM, Diplomate ACZM.
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A former circus lion, Zulu has been plagued with dental and health issues since her rescue in 2017. Like many performance animals, Zulu's canine teeth were previously filed down - which you can see in the close-up photo.
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De-fanging and filing canine teeth is common in circus and performance animals - exposing animals to lifelong pain and recurring dental infections.? At 17, Zulu also suffers from liver + inflammatory bowel disease. Her weight fluctuates, but our veterinary team and keepers evaluate Zulu's needs each day to ensure this beautiful lioness has the best life possible.
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Zulu is doing great todayโ๏ธ and we are so thankful for your support.
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Zulu's life-saving care? wouldn't be possible without you. The base cost for one veterinary procedure under anesthesia for one big cat is $1,200, one blood panel costs an average of $250 and pain medication for one animal for one day is $15.
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Life was never easy for Zulu.? As a circus lion, she spent her days "on the road," confined to small spaces, exposed to loud noises, forceful "training" + with no access to the peace, quiet and space lions naturally crave. Like many performance lions, Zulu's canine teeth were filed down, exposing her roots to painful ongoing dental infections.
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Fortunately Zulu's life changed dramatically in 2017 when her trainer reached out to Lions Tigers & Bears seeking lifetime sanctuary for this aging lioness. โจ
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Zulu's teeth required immediate attention. Thanks to your support, she's now received extensive dental work on all of her canines. Like all of our rescued animals, she requires ongoing dental treatment. Zulu also has an oral mass that we continue to monitor.?
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At 17, Zulu suffers from liver disease + inflammatory bowel disease. Her weight fluctuates, but she is stable now, and our veterinary team and keepers evaluate Zulu's needs each day to ensure this beautiful lioness has the best life possible. She is thriving in her multi-acre habitat alongside her sister, Arusha and companion, Louie.โ๏ธ
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Your ticket to Wild in the Country this Saturday, May 18 provides lifesaving care for Zulu and all the rescued animals.??? The base cost for one veterinary procedure under anesthesia for one big cat is $1,200, one blood panel costs an average of $250 and pain medication for one animal for one day is $15.
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Please buy your Wild in the Country ticket? today and make a difference for Zulu + other exotic animals in need, โ๏ธ(619) 659-8078 x4, link in profile.
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Can't make the event Saturday? Text WIC to 71760 and bid in the silent auction, which goes live Friday.
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Rescued grizzly bear? Albert โค๏ธs naps, snacks and finding a great stick for chewing.?
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Your ticket ?purchase directly helps Louie? and all the rescued animals at LTB.? ticket prices increase tonight! Don't miss your chance to join us for this amazing day for the animalsโ๏ธ(619) 659-8078 x4 or linktree in profile. We're so excited @whitneycummings will be here to guest host, and @iticamilanes + @hautechileproductions. โ
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Have you ever heard Louie roar in person?
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This magnificent white lion lived as a performance animal for years, carted around in small travel containers and used for circuses, film work and live shows. This kind of life takes a toll on big cats, but thanks to your support, Louie now spends his days in peace, napping in the green grass under blue skies with room to roam and in the company of rescued lionesses, Arusha + Zulu.
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Happy Mother's Day?
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We showered? our rescued mamas with some extra special enrichment. Used for breeding + exploited for years, Crystal had a rough life until her 2016 rescue - we're happy to celebrate her + show her some love? today and everyday. โ
How are you celebrating this Mothers Day??
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Rescued Bengal-mix tiger Moka is ready to roll ?โโ๏ธ into the weekend w/bestie ? Nola. Who are you rolling with this Caturday?
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Are you coming to Wild in the Country in 10 days?
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Get your tickets today and save - before prices go up on May 11.
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Please tag some friends who love animals and fun! @whitneycummings will be here with all the sanctuary animals, great food, music + dancing. We also have some amazing auction items lined up - including Super Bowl tickets ? if you won tickets to the Big Game, who would you take with you?
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The rescued animals have many cute and silly moments - which we love to share!โค๏ธ but it's important to remember how powerful and dangerous captive wild animals truly are.
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Safety is at the core of everything we do at ??? and it's one of the reasons we advocate against private ownership of apex predators like big cats and bears.
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This week is Be Kind to Animals Week & it's a great time to reach out to your representatives and urge them to support HR 1380, the Big Cat Public Safety Act, link in profile.
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One way to show kindness for animals is by respecting and protecting them. No one needs a lion, tiger or bear as a backyard pet.
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Do you think Bakari helps prove that point?
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And please share in the comments if you have other suggestions about how to be kind to animals.
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Repost from @tabithalipkin with @fox5sandiego who came out to help feed the lions ? and talk out our big Wild in the Country event coming up on Saturday, May 18. Do you have your tickets yet? Have you ever fed Zulu or Louie? Were they this polite??
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Keeper Darby is feeding Louie some chicken along with his daily arthritis medication. Have you ever fed one of the rescued animals at LTB?โค๏ธ If you could pick one of the sanctuary animals to feed - who would it be????
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Today is #NationalWildlifeDay๐๐๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป And a great opportunity to help spread the word about the exotic animal trade and the importance of keeping our wildlife in the wild - where they belong!
There are many ways you can help Lions Tigers & Bears to provide a high level of care for our big cats, bears and other rescued animals. We rely on the donations and gracious support of our members and friends like you. Sponsor an animal, donate an item from our wishlist, join our fundraising events or give your time by volunteering.
Head here: https://www.lionstigersandbears.org/take-action for more ways you can get involved.
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Moka enjoying his enrichment! ๐๐ฏโจ A very special thank you to Trees for Tigers USA for the toys. The animals and ourselves appreciate it so much!
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We are remembering and honoring Zulu today. Reflecting on how lucky we were to provide her with the best life possible until her final days. ๐
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Our organization has been selected as a nominee for the East County Honors 2020 Businesses of the Year in the Non-Profit category!
Voting is now live and open to the public and will close on Friday, February 26th at Midnight PT. Head to the link below and please vote for us in the Non-Proft category! Feel free to share too. ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
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We're open! Thank you KUSI News and Allie Wagner for stopping by yesterday! Come visit again soon. ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
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Chiefs or Buccaneers? Who are you rooting for this Super Bowl Sunday? Arusha says she doesn't care, as long as someone can guarantee the Lions will make it next year. ๐๐ฆ๐ #HappySuperBowlSunday
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And Nola's pick to win the Super Bowl is... ๐๐ฅ๐ฏ Who are you rooting for today? #HappySuperBowlSunday
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Meatball and Delilah are out and about roaming their multi-acre habitat today!
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Meatball and Delilah are out and about roaming their multi-acre habitat today! ๐ป๐พโ
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Having expansive and enriching habitats for our rescued animals is very important to us. If a big cat or bear has to be in captivity, then we certainly want to provide them with the most enriching and natural of spaces. Hit like if you agree! ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
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Thanks, East County Magazine for sharing about our current volunteer opportunities here at Lions Tigers & Bears! ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
If you are interested in volunteering head here ๐ https://www.lionstigersandbears.org/volunteer-intern
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๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป Can you guess how many meals we prep for the animals each year?
A LOT! And for each meal that's prepped our volunteers and keepers need to weigh it to make sure the animals get the right amount of food to keep them healthy and thriving. However - our scale needs to be replaced... it's stopped working after many years of service.
Will you please donate to help us get a new one?
Donate ๐ http://bit.ly/LTBanimalcare
P.S. Check out our stories later today for the answer ... ๐ฅฉ๐๐ฅ๐ฅฌ๐๐ฐ
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Show your Valentine some love this year and make the day extra puuuurrrrfect with these special experiences... ๐ ๐ โ
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๐ท Support the rescued animals and give your Valentine a gift they will never forget - an exclusive BTS visit with the rescued animals of Lions Tigers & Bears! For a limited time ONLY you can save 20% on our BTS visits by heading here: https://bit.ly/LTBbts and using code: LOVE2021 at checkout!
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Come visit Hank and the rest of his rescued friends this February because yes, we are OPEN for visits! ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ปโ
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Embark on a two-hour guided educational visit of the sanctuary and animal habitats. Meet lions, tigers, bears, and other big cats like leopards, bobcats, mountain lions, and servals, and even some rescued ranch animals. It's the perfect family activity! โ
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If you need Meatball this Saturday, you know where to find him... ๐๐ป๐ enjoying a picnic. Meanwhile... Liberty is being sneaky-sneaky snooping around Meatball's bedroom.
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Meatball headed into one of his habitat's caves to get cozy! โ๏ธโ๏ธ
For those asking, the animals enjoy the temperate climate. Snow is an amazing form of enrichment for the animals. They have warm dens and plenty of hay to stay cozy - and fortunately being in Southern California, the snow doesn't last more than a couple of days at the most. โ๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
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Maddie enjoying some snacks! โ๏ธ๐ปโ๏ธ The snow being an extra enrichment bonus today.
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More snow day fun with Cherry Bomb! โ๏ธโ๏ธ๐ป Who else finds snow days BEARY fun!?
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Cherry Bomb is loving the snow! โ๏ธโ๏ธ She's saying, "Snow angels anyone!?" ๐โ๏ธ๐ป
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Meatball and Delilah are out and about roaming their multi-acre habitat today! ๐ป๐พโ
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Having expansive and enriching habitats for our rescued animals is very important to us. If a big cat or bear has to be in captivity, they certainly don't belong on concrete or in cages! Hit like if you agree! ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
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A BTS look into our bobcat habitat this Sunday! ๐ผ It's nice to see Clarence in an expansive habitat and not a small cage because for so long that wasn't the case. ๐โ
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Clarence was rescued from a fur farm in Ohio in 2015. But Clarence was kept at the farm for a different purpose. He was kept in a small cage so the owners could harvest his urine, which was sold to market and used by hunters. Believe it or not - this was a legal operation! โ
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Clarence and a black bear living at the farm were seized by state officials after Ohio SB 310 - the Ohio Dangerous Wild Animals Act was passed. โ
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Now Clarence is living his best life here at Lions Tigers & Bears, where he has plenty of room to roam and share his time alongside his bobcat friends. We're thankful we can provide Clarence a quality life. โ To learn more about Clarence or to sponsor his care - head here: https://www.lionstigersandbears.org/our-animals/bobcats/clarence ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
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UPDATE ๐จ Jeff Loweโthe notorious big cat exhibitor who took over G.W. Exotics Zoo featured in Tiger Kingโwas ordered by an Oklahoma federal judge last week to surrender all of his big cat cubs under a year old and their mothers.
Lowe must hand over the big cats to temporary custody for allegations of recurring mistreatment after two cubs under Lowe's care had to be euthanized due to alleged neglect in December. This is a preliminary injunction pending the final disposition of a lawsuit filed by the federal government last November.
The U.S. District Attorney's suit against Lowe, his wife, and his partner Eric Yano, outlines ongoing failure to provide the animals under their care with adequate food and veterinary care. Head here to read the report ๐ https://www.justice.gov/opa/press-release/file/1338781/download
We are following this case closely, and are hopeful the ruling will be in the animals' favor so they can suffer no more. Lowe's case is the perfect example of why we need laws regulating the private ownership of big cats in the U.S.
The Big Cat Public Safety Act (H.R. 263) head here ๐ https://www.lionstigersandbears.org/advocacy-and-legislation , which was reintroduced earlier this month, would end the private possession of big cats as pets, end cub petting, and limit exhibitors to those who do not repeatedly violate the law.
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Blossom says "I'll take all the snacks please." Our six black bears, Blossom included, love to forage for their lunch on their enrichment platform. โ
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How cool is this platform made possible by @TreesforTigersUSA ?! ๐ป๐ Our bears love it!
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Moka the tiger has something to say this Thursday (wait until the end). ๐ฏ๐๐ผโจ๐
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Teddy is enjoying lunch and also wanted to remind you about today's Wishlist Wednesday requests! ๐๐ปโจ๐โ
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Clamps ๐๐ผ https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07GDDX9VH/?coliid=I1KFUE9323XFBG&colid=287CQYO7JR1DV&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
Plastic Gloves ๐๐ผhttps://smile.amazon.com/dp/B086Z3L81X/?coliid=I287C3JP7COHBF&colid=287CQYO7JR1DV&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
Thanks for all your donations!
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What word would you use to describe Crystal? ๐โจ๐ฏ
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Liberty enjoying snack time! Can anyone guess Liberty's favorite food(s)? ๐๐๐ Hint: Check out our website ๐www.lionstigersandbears.org
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A behind the scenes look at Moka today! Chilling, relaxing, and enjoying the views of his expansive habitat. ๐โจ Sounds like the purrfect Friday, right? โ
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What animals would you like to see more BTS video of? Let us know in the comments below!
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Happy birthday to one BEAR-y special duo around here - Teddy and Baloo ๐ฅณ๐๐๐ป๐ป
Watch as they celebrate their special day with some birthday themed enrichment and yummy treats!
Happy birthday Teddy and Baloo. We love you! ๐๐งก
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LTB Founder Bobbi Brink was featured in Earth Island Journal today talking about the Big Cat Public Safety Act being reintroduced in the House.
"Bobbi Brink, founder and director of Lions, Tigers and Bears, a wildlife sanctuary in California, is hopeful that the bill will pass this year. She notes that momentum for the bill is not solely due to Tiger King. "We will continue to prevail regardless of Tiger King's popularity". "
Read the full article below! ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
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Maddie on the go exploring her habitat ๐ป๐งก๐ฅฌ
Did you know our keepers spread the bear's daily diet around their 5 acre habitat so they can forage for food?
This not only encourages physical exercise, but also mental exercise as they have to problem solve to locate their food.
This is all part of providing quality care to the animals of Lions Tigers & Bears. ๐๐ป๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
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New Year's Resolution #9: Get as excited over a salad as Billy the goat does.๐๐ฅ
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Nola relaxing and living her best life this Friday afternoon - we hope you are doing the same this weekend! ๐ฏ๐งกโจ๐
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NEWS from the animal world today! "300 exotics including 2 tigers and 8 pumas were seized by Argentinian officials".
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Arusha and Zulu showing each other some love this Wednesday! ๐๐ฆ
Speaking of showing love, want to show some love to the animals yourself today? One great way to do just that, is by purchasing items off our wish list.
Would could currently really use... ๐
Branch Clippers
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B001Y3LE3Y/?coliid=I37HT6CPF1A7LJ&colid=287CQYO7JR1DV&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
Gas Pipe Wrap Tape
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00467FV5C/?coliid=I3FYTERL7IOTEW&colid=287CQYO7JR1DV&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
Please note that these items can be purchased from anywhere and can be sent directly to us at 24402 Martin Way, Alpine, CA 91901 ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป Thank you!
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Your Tuesday BTS look at our serval habitat! ๐บ๐ Does anyone know how many rescue servals we have here at LTB?
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From our pride to yours - we wish you all a very happy, healthy, and Merry Christmas!๐๐
Thank you for being an avid supporter of Lions Tigers & Bears. We can't do this important work without you.๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป๐งก
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Christmas came early for the bears!๐ป๐๐A huge thank you to Virginia Anderson for your kind gift and stocking our bears up with all the nuts for the holiday season! ๐ฐ๐ฅ๐งก
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Thank you San Diego Magazine for featuring Bobbi and Lions Tigers & Bears on your 2020 Charitable Giving Guide.
๐๐ผ Head here to read the full article: https://www.sandiegomagazine.com/people/meet-the-real-tiger-queen/article_51674856-39aa-11eb-ab2f-3fc37e2a6219.html
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Teddy loving what the Christmas LTB elves brought for him! ๐ฅฐ๐โจ๐ป
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Crystal checking out her Christmas goodies! ๐๐
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The LTB elves are spreading Christmas cheer! The animals are getting excited for their Christmas goodies!๐ฅฉ๐
Stay tuned to catch all of the action! Who are you most excited to see?๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
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We are remembering and honoring Zulu today. Reflecting on how lucky we were to provide her with the best life possible until her final days. ๐
Zulu was loved by many. Thank you everyone for your kind words and support. ๐๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป
#RememberingZulu #LTB #Lion
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Chiefs or Buccaneers? Who are you rooting for this Super Bowl Sunday? Arusha says she doesn't care, as long as someone can guarantee the Lions will make it next year. ๐๐ฆ๐ #HappySuperBowlSunday
#SuperBowl #Rescued
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Meatball and Delilah are out and about roaming their multi-acre habitat today!
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Come visit Hank and the rest of his rescued friends this February because yes, we are OPEN for visits! ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ปโ
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For prices, packages, and more dlionstigersandbears.org/visit-usco/lJHGkSDblO We can't wait to see you soon! ๐๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ปโ
#AnimalSanctuary #R
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If you need Meatball this Saturday, you know where to find him... ๐๐ป๐ enjoying a picnic. Meanwhile... Liberty is being sneaky-sneaky snooping around Meatball's bedroom.
#RescuedBear #AnimalSanctuary #RescueAnimal
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A BTS look into our bobcat habitat this Sunday! ๐ผ It's nice to see Clarence in an expansive habitat and not a small cage because for so long that wasn't the case. ๐โ
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Blossom says "I'll take all the snacks please." Our six black bears, Blossom included, love to forage for their lunch on their enrichment platform. โ
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How cool is this platform made possible by Trees for Tigers USA?! ๐ป๐ Our bears love it! โ
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Moka the tiger has something to say this Thursday (wait until the end). ๐ฏ๐๐ผโจ๐
#RescueTiger #AnimalSanctuary #RescueAnimals #LTB #Lions
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Teddy is enjoying lunch and also wanted to remind you about today's #WishlistWednesday requests! ๐๐ปโจ๐โ smile.amazon.com/dp/B07GDDX9VH/โฆtps://t.co/7Xa04UUosmile.amazon.com/dp/B086Z3L81X/โฆ๐ผhttps://t.co/0haLWGtKLd
Thanks for all your donations!
#LTB #LionsTigersandBears
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What word would you use to describe Crystal?!
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Liberty enjoying snack time! Can anyone guess Liberty's favorite food(s)? ๐๐๐ Hint: It is listed on our website!
#LTB #LionsTigersAndBears #RescueBear #AnimalSanctuary #Bear
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A behind the scenes look at Moka today! Chilling, relaxing, and enjoying the views of his expansive habitat. ๐โจ Sounds like the purrfect Friday, right? โ
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What animals would you like to see more BTS video of? Let us know in the comments below!
#LTB #LionsTiger
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Maddie exploring her habitat ๐ป๐งก๐ฅฌ
Did you know our keepers spread the bear's daily diet around their 5 acre habitat so they can forage for food?
This not only encourages physical exercise, but also mental exercise as they have to problem solve to locate their
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New Year's Resolution #9: Get as excited over a salad as Billy the goat does.๐๐ฅ
#LTB #AnimalSanctury #AnimalRescue #RescueA
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Arusha and Zulu showing each other some love this Wednesday! ๐๐ฆ
#LTB #LionLove #RescueLion #BigCatRescues #LionsTigersAn
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Your Tuesday BTS look at our serval habitat! ๐บ๐ Does anyone know how many rescue servals we have here at LTB?
#RescueAnimals #RescueServa
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If you're new around here! Welcome and thank you for supporting our mission. ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ป It takes A LOT to provide daily care for our big cats and bears. โ
