• About BCR
  • News
  • News @ BCR
  • Rescues
  • Issues
  • Cat Laws
Sunday, March 7, 2021
  • Login
  • Register
Big Cat Rescue
  • Get Involved
  • Cub Facts
  • The Sanctuary Cats
  • FAQs
  • Contact Us
  • Shop
  • Videos
  • Donate
No Result
View All Result
Big Cat Rescue
  • Get Involved
  • Cub Facts
  • The Sanctuary Cats
  • FAQs
  • Contact Us
  • Shop
  • Videos
  • Donate
No Result
View All Result
Big Cat Rescue
No Result
View All Result
Home News @ BCR

Rescued Circus Lions Bound for Sanctuary near Denver

BCR by BCR
February 18, 2013
in News @ BCR
1
0
SHARES
1
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare via Email

There are many people who come to Denver to get a new start to life.

Now, 25 lions are getting that chance as well.

You might also like

DonorRecognition

Jasmine

Big Cat Rescue is Live 24/7 on Webcams

In what is being labeled an “historic and record-breaking animal rescue”, 25 circus lions will be airlifted to the Denver area as part of a rescue operation by Animal Defenders International (ADI).

The former circus lions have been seized by ADI from circuses throughout Bolivia where they lived in “shocking” conditions, the group said. They were removed from the country in December of 2010 and flown to a temporary holding area in Santa Cruz, California. Their final destination is the 80-acre Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado, about 41 miles northeast of Denver.

“Their new lives will really begin there, so we just need to get them there and that is the real challenge,” said Jan Creamer, ADI President. “These animals who for years knew only a small, cramped cage will have freedom to roam, run and play.”

The ADI website says the lions were malnourished, thin and dehydrated and living in small cages on wheels. In one instance, eight lions were housed in a cage slightly bigger than two double beds that was placed on the back of a truck.

With the help of Bolivian authorities, the organization collected 17 lions in November, five more in December and the final lion in January. Because of their efforts, the ADI states, Bolivia became the first country in the world to ban the use of animals in circuses.

All of the lions will be airlifted from Santa Cruz to the Sanctuary at the same time, the ADI explains, in an effort to minimize the time they are apart from each other.

“It means that our veterinary team can oversee the lions throughout the flight,” Creamer said. “We also believe that this will be the safest and most efficient way to move the lions, but it is a huge undertaking.”

While the lions receive vaccinations and crates are being built to transport them, The ADI is currently seeking assistance from airline freight companies and even the U.S. military in getting the lions to the Sanctuary.

At their new home, the lions will be released into a new “state-of-the-art habitat” complete with lakes and grasslands, which the ADI states is similar to their natural surroundings.

bigcatrescue.org


Tags: big catsligerslionsNews Worldtigers
Previous Post

Hunter Confusion – Can Orphaned Mtn Lion Kittens Be Legally Shot or State Rescues Them

Next Post

BigCatRescue.org is in transition to a new server

BCR

BCR

Big Cat Rescue is Caring for Cats and Ending the Trade

Related Posts

DonorRecognition
News @ BCR

DonorRecognition

February 19, 2021
315
Good night Big Cat Rescue Friends! ? Jasmine Tigress says it’s hard work being cute! Time for nite nite! ✨ Photo: courtesy of Tanya Chute
Large Cats

Jasmine

February 1, 2021
826
Alex el Tigre
Featured

Big Cat Rescue is Live 24/7 on Webcams

February 1, 2021
18.7k
Cub Petting Shame
Cat Laws

Cub Petting Shame

January 17, 2021
1.5k
Guatemala Circus Tigers
Large Cats

Max Tiger

January 21, 2021
903
Next Post

BigCatRescue.org is in transition to a new server

Leave a Reply

  • Default Comments (1)
  • Facebook Comments

One response to “Rescued Circus Lions Bound for Sanctuary near Denver”

  1. Jim Turner says:
    June 29, 2013 at 9:40 pm

    Another reason to visit Colorado….

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Help Feed Big Cats

One of the best ways to help is through general donations that can be used however it is most needed at the time.To make a general donation just click the Donate Now button below.  This is the best way to give as it has the lowest credit card processing fees and is immediate help for the cats.

Give to Big Cat Rescue

If you prefer to donate via Pay Pal, please use this link: Pay Pal

Take Action Against Abuse

Shop To Save Big Cats

More From BigCatRescue

  • Big Cat Rescue is Live 24/7 on Webcams
  • Rescue Missions
  • About Big Cat Rescue
  • Big Cat Rescue News
  • Reviews
  • Our Recent Work
  • Sanctuary FAQs
  • Big Cat TV

Sanctuary Cats

  • Jaguars
  • Leopards
  • Lions
  • Tigers
  • Bobcats
  • Canada Lynx
  • Cougars
  • Ocelots
  • Savannah Cats
  • Servals

Big Cat Information

  • Jaguars
  • Leopards
  • Lions
  • Tigers
  • Bobcats
  • Canada Lynx
  • Cougars
  • Ocelots
  • Savannah Cats
  • Servals

Ways to Help

  • Newsletter SignUp
  • Donate Now
  • Volunteer
  • Contact Us
  • View AMP Versioin
No Result
View All Result
  • About BCR
  • News @ BCR
  • Videos
  • Big Cat Facts
  • Cub Facts
  • Sanctuary Cats
  • Shop and Save Cats
  • Volunteer
  • Donate
  • Abuse Issues
  • Contact Us

© Copyright 2021 BigCatRescue.Org. All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms below to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.AcceptReject Read More
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

SAVE & ACCEPT

Add New Playlist