Time to feed the Kitty's

[Brian Lowe]

Last week I went to the Shambala reserve this is a haven for endangered exotic big cats and the only wild animal reserve of its kind in the United States.

This is the place Actress and conservationist Tippi Hedren opened to save these big cat's. She has devoted her life to saving these animals.

Most of these animals were born in captivity, with many of them being orphans or cast-offs from circuses, zoos and private owners who could no longer care for them. None of them has ever been in the wild. All depend upon humans for their needs. With expert veterinary care, carefully planned diets and constant attention by a dedicated staff of professionals, Shambala provides a dignified life for these precious wild animals.

You can learn more about Shambala and the Roar Foundation here ==> http://www.shambala.org.


So here are a few photos from the visit.


This is a Liger a cross between a Lion and a Tiger his name is Patrick, he is enjoying a little snack.

Here is another fellow getting a treat with one of the girls waiting for her treat.

Here is two tiger cubs (brother & sister) playing in the water.

And last here is Tippi.

The rest of the photos I took at Shambala can be seen
by clicking here==> http://brianlowe.smugmug.com/gallery/3329627/1/185387964




Enjoy,
Brian

 

[Asher Kelman]

Thanks Brian for sharing. This refuge station is doing a great job. How on earth do people get hold of these magnificent beasts in the first place?

Is this shot through the wire fence?

If so, what distance from the fence do you need to get it to disappear?


Are the cubs above decent heritage to be put back to a zoo for future breeding?

Oh, yes, Tippi! She is a great lady doing all this animal rescue.

Asher

 

[Brian Lowe]

Asher you asked some great questions....

Most of these animals were born in captivity, with many of them being orphans or cast-offs from circuses, zoos and private owners who could no longer care for them. None of them has ever been in the wild. All depend upon humans for their needs. With expert veterinary care, carefully planned diets and constant attention by a dedicated staff of professionals, Shambala provides a dignified life for these precious wild animals.

[FONT=Trebuchet MS, Arial, Helvetica]Although there is no breeding program at the Preserve, organizations such as the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, the Fish and Game Departments of numerous states, and various zoos throughout the country have asked the Shambala Preserve to care for animals which have been abandoned or are in need of the unique environment provided only by Shambala. [/FONT]​

You can walk right up to the fence but you are told not to touch the fence. You have to sign a detailed liability release to enter the property. Because you can get so close to the fence it's not to noticable if you open up the lens.


Here are a few examples shot through the fence with a Canon 100-400 IS L

Brian