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Big Cat Rescue, Corp.
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September 8, 2011
3 people found this review helpful
BCR is rescueing animals, in the interest of the animal, not to make profit.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
following them for months now, reading facts about them.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
have more people help them, because it really helps the animals.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
How did you learn about this organization?
through the internet, Google, searching for information about big cats
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
3 people found this review helpful
September 7, 2011
3 people found this review helpful
Big Cat Rescue provides medical rehabilitation for wild big cats that have been hit by cars or surrendered by people who mistakenly believed that a wild cat could ever be an appropriate house pet. If the animal can be rehabilitated, it is released back to the wild. If it is impossible to release the cats are given permanent haven in the Tampa facility or another rescue site that is able to provide an appropriate home.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
A wild bobcat was hit and critically injured in late December 2010. I (and hundreds of others) watched via web cameras as BCR provided medical care for months with the goal of releasing the cat back to the wild. When medical tests BCR provided the animal determined that the cat would not be able to survive in the wild due to his pelvic structure and digestive system, he was adopted by the rescue and resides now in Tampa.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
expand publicity so that the educational outreach program could help eliminate the need for such sanctuaries.
3 people found this review helpful
September 7, 2011
3 people found this review helpful
Big Cat Rescue is an extraordinary haven to abused, abandoned, neglected big cats. BCR is always rescuing and caring for big cats in need. There is no where that compares.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
News related articles, websites, videos and personal contacts.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Make sure they had more donations and grants to work with.
1 person found this review helpful
September 7, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
BCR is not what it advertises! A great many of the so called "rescues" were in fact born at that very facility. To see the facts visit bigcatrescuelies.com for the truth.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I was a volunteer and continue to follow the trail of deceit
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
be honest and not deceive the public for donations.
1 person found this review helpful
September 7, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
I have visted BCR on several occasions and have always had a wonderful experience. The cats are well taken care of they have large habitats which enable them to roam freely instead of pacing back and forth in a concrete cage, they are given enrichment treats on a regular basis. It's a shame that any wild animal has to be confined, if it is a necessity then BCR is one of the best places for them to be.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
visting their sanctuary
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
why change a great thing?
More feedback...
Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
A lot
How did you learn about this organization?
Word of mouth 15+ years ago
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
September 7, 2011
2 people found this review helpful
BCR is exceptional in education all visitors that if people didn't think these cats could be domesticated and kept as pets then there would be NO cats at BCR... The cats here are all from people that thought they could keep them as a pet and then within time realized they could not! The first cat we saw was Amazing Grace. It was fun to see how the animals ham it up for the tour groups! They roll around and do all sorts of "cute cat" behavior. All the animals are rescues and the tour guide told us all about the animal's previous lives. It is amazing that people think you can keep wild animals as pets in a basement!
It is not cheap to feed lions, tigers, bobcats, ect. I thought BCR was a truly wonderful place doing great work for these animals to retire to.
I give it two paws up!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I've seen the work done for the cats and efforts to education the public about the plight of these kinds of cats being kept as pets and the education on the white tiger.... The White tiger is not a normal reproduction... it's forced by humans by mating a son/monther or daughter/father.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
advise people to bring catnip, boxes, paper towel tubes, etc to make enrichments for the cats.. :)
March 2, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
I went to BCR in November . After learning about the cats since 2000 I was very excited to see them in person. The staff are volunteers and are very knowledgeable in all the cats. Each year there is evidence of change... for the better.. Big Cat Rescue is always evolving, not only providing enrichment for the cats, but also with enclosure modifications and expansions. And, that's only the evolution that you can SEE. Behind the scenes, staff and volunteers work diligently on... petitions and lobbying to benefit captive wild animals, prevent canned hunts and farming of big cats (as well as helping organizations to keep big cats alive in the wild).
Evolution is key to creating better lives for not only BCR's big cats, but big cats everywhere.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing the improvements made to accommodate all the cats.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
offer more information on how to help spread the word against persons having these wild cats for pets..
4 people found this review helpful
September 7, 2011
4 people found this review helpful
I find the Big Cat Rescue's philosophy quite intriguing and their approach of respecting wild life and neglected cats has pioneered the way of the welfare of the animals should be taken care of. I find that they use holistic approach and seems to be working the best for the cats they care for. Even though most of their cats are 'rescues' but they are not ideal family pets. They are trying to advocate for better wildlife and domestic laws and seemed to be getting the message across, not only through the general public but getting the support from various groups and organizations that do support animals's welfare.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Had accomplished several goals and donated a few plaques for the cats that had passed on. Had helped voted for some things that the organization could use or need. Watching a bobcat that was seriously hurt recovered but unable to return to the wild because of health issues but had a chance to view one of their videos of a bob cat that was in another accident released back into the bush.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
No , i would not change the organization. It is going on the path where animals should be taken care of. Educating the public and advocating the rights/welfare of animals. I think the organization is going in the right direction . They seemed to be using " thinking outside the box " which an approach is rather new and probably in very advanced phases than most sanctuaries are trying to accomplish
More feedback...
Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
1 person found this review helpful
September 7, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
Great experience for the whole family. BCR is a wonderful sanctuary, and takes pride in educating the public on the mess we humans have created for Big Cats. Many years ago I had my picture taken with a lion cub in Las Vegas for a hefty fee I might add. I was uneducated about how the babies are taken from their mothers and just used for profit. After my visit to BCR last year, I feel so bad for having supported that exploitation. I know now that BCR is all about conservation and education to the serious plight facing the Big Cats.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
We've been able to stop organizations from further exploiting cubs at malls & restaurant chains (Kona Grill)
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Not a thing.
1 person found this review helpful
September 7, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
This is such a great organization full of caring individuals. They also are constantly educating the public on the perils of owing and breeding wild cats. Their tours are awesome! You can tell that every single volunteer loves the animals and cares about their welfare.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
their great tours!
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
absolutely nothing!
1 person found this review helpful
September 7, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
Why do I donate to this organisation and not to any other?
They do not breed to raise money, they do not abuse puppies in Malls to raise money, they work with volonteers mostly, they have only tours with a guide - so no-one can harm or disturb any of their inhabitants.
I could go on like that for hours.
They are simply the best I ever heard of!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my several visits.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Nothing.
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