Discover how to safely handle encounters with skunks in "Help, I Found A Skunk!" Learn effective ways to manage and coexist

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Big cats must have meat to survive for many reasons!

When visiting Tiger Creek, you've probably noticed that we care for many other critters besides big cats. You've likely seen and heard our dynamic Ring-Tailed Lemur duo, Lily and Leonard! Lily and Leonard are both very outgoing girls who love to interact with our tour groups. They will swing about their yard, seemingly flying from branch to branch to come as close as they can to the crowd. They will greet groups with loud coos and they love the "oohs" and "awes" they get in r

Inspector States the Sanctuary is at An Excellent Starting Point for AZA Accreditation Tiger Creek Sanctuary, a premier 501(c)(3) large cat sanctuary located in Tyler, Texas, has proudly received an impressive initial inspection report by a third-party auditor. This comprehensive evaluation highlights the sanctuary's dedication to excellence in animal care and facility management. On August 29, 2024, the auditor, along with key staff members, toured the sanctuary. The inspect

The tiger is the largest cat in the world, and Skanda left a large impression on all who had the pleasure to meet him.

When we think of animal welfare, we usually picture the essentials; access to food, water, an area to get out of the elements, and a clean s

If you have a love for animals and a dream to care for something greater than yourself, we have an opportunity for you!

As kids, we imagine zookeeping to be an idyllic job. The tendency is to believe that keepers get to hangout and play with animals all day. While it’s true to an extent that keepers' jobs do revolve around the animals, which includes interacting with them, that's not quite the full story. What most people don’t realize is how much zookeeping is a little less like the movies and a lot more dirty, and has way more paperwork than you would think. At Tiger Creek, keepers begin the

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our resident Dunkin the raccoon. He had just had his 8th birthday, and lived a long and full life here at the sanctuary. He came to the sanctuary with his suitemate, Sweet Pea, after being taken in by a local licensed rehabber and deemed unfit for release by a veterinarian. The rehabber contacted us, and we had the honor of giving him a home. Dunkin was the shyer of the two, often seen hanging out in one of his many hides

It is time to intervene! Grab a box with a lid, line it with an old t-shirt or a small fleece blanket, and provide warmth by either placing

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We are so excited to see all of our friends again! Like many things, tours at Tiger Creek will look different post-Covid, but we're working hard to overhaul our guest experience. Read on to find out tips, tricks, and need-to-know information to make your visit to the Sanctuary memorable! How it works: Tickets - Your group must purchase and reserve your tour ahead of time. Visit our website at www.tigercreek.org to begin the reservation process. Bring - Water, sunscreen, hat

The name "Sakima" is of Native American origin, meaning "King". Our Sakima prowled his habitat with a sense of royalty that fulfilled his namesake leaving zero doubts of status or opinion. We are heartbroken to share the loss of our 19 year old Bengal King, Sakima. We worked so incredibly hard to give him the most exceptional care, and are forever grateful for our time together. Sakima was a very vocal man who loved to chuff and moo at his best (people) friends any time the