Pam Devendorf

Review of Big Cat Rescue

What an informative, relaxing Big Cat adventure! I...

What an informative, relaxing Big Cat adventure! If you LOVE Cats of all sizes, this is an experience you will want to participate in. Due to the limited group size and timed admissions, we made our reservations online so, we were guaranteed admission. Staff great you in the parking lot to verify your reservation. I recommend getting there a few minutes early so, you can browse the Gift Shop.
Big Cat Rescue is a Sanctuary for Lions and Tigers which are in retirement phase or have been rescued due to abuse. The tour begins with a brief explanation of the facility and film clip. You are then lead along a path to view the animals in their private and semi private cages. Do not expect to pet any of the animals, they are considered wild and not domesticated.
Big Cat tries to duplicate the animals natural habitat. Something unique to Big Cat, they rotate their Lions and Tigers to go on a "stay cation" within their Reserve. They allow the animals to roam naturally for 2 weeks and not be secluded in a cage. This allows the animals creative freedom. Cats are VERY territorial and need their space, that is why they allow only a few Cats to roam compatibly together for a few weeks and then return then to their private cages. Some Cats have been so abused, they do not want contact with Humans, respecting their privacy, you will not see these Cats on the tour.
To see these majestic animals up close, is AWESOME! Can you tell I'm a Cat Lover?