Savannah

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Savannah, along with her serval companion Eli and Lily the white tiger, found themselves in a unique and challenging situation. They were the last three animals remaining at an event venue in southern California, which had closed its doors in 2021. The facility made the decision that they were no longer able or willing to care for these animals, and in their time of need, they reached out to Lions Tigers & Bears assistance.

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1. Savannah’s Birth
Date: January 19, 2001
Significance: The start of Savannah’s journey as a serval, born into a life that would eventually bring her unique challenges and resilience.

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2. Rescue Mission
Date: April 27, 2021
Significance: Lions Tigers & Bears stepped in to rescue Savannah, Eli the serval, and Lily the white tiger from an event venue in Southern California that could no longer care for them. This marked the beginning of a new chapter for Savannah in a safe and nurturing environment.

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3. Eli’s Passing
Date: Mid-2021
Significance: The loss of Eli, Savannah’s serval companion, was a bittersweet moment. It highlighted the urgency and importance of providing specialized care for elderly animals like Savannah, who also requires extra attention due to her age.

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4. Specialized Senior Care
Ongoing
Significance: Since her rescue, Savannah has been receiving dedicated care at Lions Tigers & Bears. Her advanced age and health needs are a testament to the sanctuary's commitment to ensuring her comfort and quality of life.

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Meet Our Other Residents

Jillian

Meet Jillian, Our African Lion At Lions Tigers & Bears, every rescue is a story of compassion and second chances. Jillian and Suri, two lionesses rescued from an overcrowded and unaccredited sanctuary in Louisiana, embody the spirit of resilience and sisterhood. Their journey from uncertainty to sanctuary life is a testament to the transformative power […]

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Sadie

Meet Our Bengal Hybrid, Sadie Sadie the Bengal is BFF's with Denali the serval. The pair were rescued in 2016 from Spirit of the Hills Sanctuary in South Dakota. Lions Tigers & Bears was part of a massive rescue and relocation effort for the sanctuary that began in the fall of 2016. The sanctuary was […]

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Phevos

Remembering Phevos, Our Gentle Tiger On September 22, 2015 Phevos the tiger peacefully passed away. Phevos' health had been on a slow decline over the last two months of his life. He had progressively shown signs of pain and became increasingly withdrawn from his normal interests and activities. His appetite had steadily decreased, making our ability […]

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