When authorities raided a so-called ‘conservation center’ in the UK, they discovered a truly shocking scene: lions, lynxes and other wild cats were being kept in horrific conditions, malnourished, neglected and yet still forced to perform for paying visitors.
Our partner, WildSide Exotic Rescue, saved 11 of the cats from being euthanized, and supporters like you helped us give them the food and care they needed to heal and recover.
11 big cats rescued from bitterly cruel conditions have a chance at peace – with your help. Credit: WildSide Exotic Rescue
WildSide originally promised to take in four cats, because that was all they had space for. But with the looming threat of the animals being euthanized, they rescued seven more – a total of 11 abused and miserable wild animals with a huge need for care.
Without WildSide, these animals would in all probability be dead. Instead, they have a chance of a stress-free life, but right now, they are confined to temporary enclosures.
With 11 additional big cats to feed and care for, our partner simply cannot afford to construct new, spacious areas for their newest residents. But with your help, we know we can raise the funds to give these majestic animals the forever homes they deserve.
11 lions, lynxes and bobcats were saved from death – now, Friend, they need somewhere to live.
This is the facility where the 11 big cats, and many other animals, were kept in cruel and abusive conditions. Credit: Hertfordshire Zoo (Left) and ITV News Anglia (Right)
After the cruelty they endured, most of the cats are terrified of humans.
WildSide does not allow visitors and no unnecessary human presence is allowed. Even when our team visited the sanctuary recently, we required special permission to see the rescued cats.
It means the animals can begin to recover in quiet seclusion, far from human exploitation and stress. This is what makes a true sanctuary so special – it exists entirely for the animals, not for people.
The cats were spared death – but our mission isn’t complete. They need more space to heal physically and emotionally.
Vets provide immediate on-site treatment to the worst-affected animals during their rescue. Credit: WildSide Exotic Rescue
Every donation will help create larger enclosures designed not for visitors’ entertainment, but for the animals themselves, with cleverly designed tunnels to give them even more freedom of movement and provide stimulation to enrich their lives.
After everything they’ve suffered, they deserve nothing less. Please donate today.
