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Summer Camp Counselors

Big Cat Rescue Summer Camp Internship Program   http://youtu.be/1gSzmA-Gyyg   Program Overview    Do you love Big Cats! Do you have prior experience with children? Thinking of being a teacher? Are you interested in educating children about cats and conservation? Then this internship is for you!   Big Cat Rescue is home to more than 100 big cats and is accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. Summer Camp Internships are 10-week terms and are full-time non-paid positions.  Interns work a 6 Read More

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Today at Big Cat Rescue Nov 13

It was another gorgeous day in paradise and lots of people took advantage of the weather and the Veteran's day holiday to come see the cats.  Remember that for $10. you can send a Cougars of Florida Calendar to a soldier.  Just let Kathleen know that you would like to sponsor a soldier in their contact form. A big shout out to Cindy Wines of Earth and Animal Wellness for mentioning us on her blog.   She is hosted a call at 4:30 pm EST for anyone who wants to know how Read More

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Where YOU fit into the Big Cat Picture

Where YOU fit into the Big Cat Picture You didn’t come here because you have nothing better to do.  You probably didn’t come here because you love pulling weeds, sniffing out cat poo, or because you thrill at parking cars and herding tour guests.  You came here because you want to make a difference.  You gave up your social life in exchange for doing something worthwhile that would give you an inner peace; a feeling that your effort made the world better. You came here for all the right reasons, but some of you won’t stay.   Some Read More

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Keeper Walkabout at Big Cat Rescue Feb 2009

Keeper Walkabout at Big Cat Rescue Feb 2009   Paws to Reflect   Sometimes, we're lucky enough to catch one of those rare days when our lake level is low, the ground is wet, and our tigers have decided to go for a leisurely walk along the shore. It's the perfect recipe for capturing a beautiful paw print impression. It's not always easy but, when it happens, it's so exciting to cast those big, powerful paw prints they've left behind. We have to quickly mix up a batch of plaster, cast it, and make sure the tiger is entertained safely Read More

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Keeper Walkabout at Big Cat Rescue Jan 2009

Keeper Walkabout at Big Cat Rescue Jan 2009   January 2009   Jarred and a new intern were smiling and talking in an animated fashion as they exited the Volunteer Check Point.  It made me smile to see these people, who give up all their free time for the cats,  doing so with such a cheerful attitude.  I usually start my rounds by checking the Observation books there to see if there are any reports of cats who are off their food, or exhibiting any signs that all is not right in their world.  It is the combined effort of dozens Read More