/24-7PressRelease/ - WYNNEWOOD, OK, April 27, 2008 - Preparations are at a fevered pitch this week at G.W. Exotic Animal Park as the facility anticipates the arrival of two more tigers in jeopardy from Springhill Wildlife Park in Calvert, TX.
The two mixed-breed tigers are the last of a total of 11 tigers waiting to be taken in from Springhill's facility near Bryan/College Station TX since August of last year.
The Wynnewood, OK facility received over 18 animals from Springhill in August 2007, many requiring surgeries and and veterinary rehabilitation services stretching the park's budget. "We won't be sure of their condition until after they arrive and are fully inspected by our vet," says Joe Schreibvogel, president and director of G.W. Exotic Animal Park. "As a 100% donor-funded organization, we will need the help of our kind supporters with their ongoing care and any rehabilitation they might be in need of."
Of the 18 animals rescued last year, 11 were tigers. Many of the 11 suffered missing toes, feet and damage from botched prior surgeries. Jalo a mixed breed tiger and one of rescued 11 had been hit so hard, her right eye and part of her skull had to be removed. Due to the extensive efforts of the G.W. Animal Park, all but 2 of the tigers were saved and now remain happy and healthy at the park.
The two new rescued tigers, upon arrival will remain quarantined for 30 days while they are thoroughly examined by the park's vet and properly nourished. Once cleared, they may live out their their days at the refuge in Wynnewood under the quality care of the park's USDA licensed staff or find other cozy accommodations as a donation to another reputable licensed refuge center or zoo.
If they are to remain at the G.W. Exotic Park in Wynnewood, OK, they will require sponsorship for their cages. Individuals or companies wishing to sponsor one of the new tigers are encouraged to call 405-665-5197 and speak with Joe Schreibvogel or Colt Baldwin.
G.W. Exotic Animal Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit organization founded by the Schreibvogel family. Its purpose is to rescue, rehabilitate and provide safe-haven (refuge) to unwanted and endangered exotic animals. The 16 acre facility in Oklahoma is the nations largest big cat rescue center.
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