The number is staggering: there are more tigers held captive in the United States than remain in the wild across their native habitats in Asia. This shocking statistic, a direct result of the rampant and unregulated exotic pet trade, paints a clear picture of the animal abuse and neglect stemming from private tiger ownership. For […]
The holiday season is a time of giving, generosity, and often, big surprises. For many, that surprise might come in the form of a new puppy or a kitten under the Christmas tree. But a more sinister trend persists: the impulse to purchase or gift an exotic, wild animal, like a monkey, a serval, or […]
No two exotic animals look exactly alike. Even within the same species, each tiger, zebra, or leopard wears a one-of-a-kind coat. Stripes curve differently, spots scatter in new ways, and colors shift ever so slightly. But why does this happen, and what do these unique exotic animal markings really mean? Scientists have spent decades uncovering […]
Hundreds of facilities house rescued wildlife across the country. But only a small number have earned the title of accredited animal sanctuary. At Lion Tigers & Bears, we’re proud to be among them. Our sanctuary exceeds the rigorous standards set by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) and the American Sanctuary Association (ASA) – […]
If you’re looking for something a little different to do this holiday season, something that’s fun, family-friendly, and supports a great cause, we’d love to welcome you to our accredited sanctuary in Alpine, California. At Lions Tigers & Bears, this is a very special time of the year, and our two holiday events bring together […]
Statistics show that between 5,000 and 7,000 tigers live in private hands in the United States, compared to only about 5,574 in the wild across their natural habitat. That means there are more tigers in American backyards, zoos, circuses and sanctuaries than in Asia’s forests combined. Nowhere is this more visible than in Texas. Estimates […]
Field trips are the moments students remember long after the school year ends. They break the routine of the classroom and open the door to learning that’s hands-on, exciting, and unforgettable. These trips give students real-world experiences that shape how they understand science, history, and even themselves. At Lions Tigers & Bears, we get to […]
Kallie the tiger once lived a life of photo ops. As a cub, she was passed around for pictures, cuddles, and human entertainment. To make her “safe” for handling, her claws were surgically removed in a procedure known as feline onychectomy. At the time, it may have seemed harmless, just a way to blunt the […]
We’ve all heard the stories, animals spending years in cages, pacing back and forth with nothing to do, day after day. Meals are the same every time: food dropped into a bowl, eaten in minutes, and then back to waiting. It’s a life without choice, without challenge, without joy. At Lions Tigers & Bears, life […]
