A New Home for Tigers: India’s Latest Conservation Milestone

A New Home for Tigers: India’s Latest Conservation Milestone

In a recent development that bodes well for India’s rich biodiversity, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has given the green light to create a novel tiger reserve in Rajasthan. This decision, made on August 22, 2023, marks a significant step forward in the ongoing efforts to safeguard the country’s wildlife. With this new addition,…

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What to do if you find baby wildlife….

What to do if you find baby wildlife….

If you see a baby deer, raccoon, or rabbit that seems to be alone, the first thing you should do is stay calm. It is important to remember that these animals are often left alone by their mothers for long periods of time, so just seeing them alone does not mean that they are orphaned….

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Zookeeper Appreciation Week

Zookeeper Appreciation Week

As it does every year, this week sneaks up on us. It isn’t that we don’t appreciate our crew of incredible individuals here, but what we do isn’t about appreciation let alone keeping track of when we should celebrate and show our appreciation. Being a Zookeeper is the embodiment of dedication and hard work. Keeping…

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How to Become a Zookeeper

How to Become a Zookeeper

If you have a passion for animals and want to work closely with them, becoming a zookeeper can be a rewarding career choice. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to pursue this profession: Becoming a Certified Zookeeper At Cat Tales Wildlife Academy, we offer the Professional Zookeeper Program, a comprehensive training program designed to equip…

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New Zookeeper Website

New Zookeeper Website

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new sister website, dedicated solely to our teaching zoo and professional zookeeper training program! If you’re passionate about animals and want to pursue a career in the zookeeping industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Our program offers hands-on experience and expert training from experienced professionals….

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Audio Tour

Audio Tour

Learn about the Cat Tales Wildlife from the convenience of your computer or smart phone. It’s a wonderful addition to your walk about the Center while visiting the animals. Each stop tells the story of the different species you’ll see, along with myths and fun facts. https://youraudiotour.com/tours/4568/

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Caring for Orphaned Puma Cubs

Caring for Orphaned Puma Cubs

In late December 2022 we accepted from WA Department of Fish and Wildlife – 3 puma (cougar) cubs in need of a temporary home. Follow their story as we stabilized them and prepared the cubs for their future transfer.

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Big Cat Public Safety Act signed by President Biden

How ‘Tiger King’ helped kill the industry it made famous Landmark U.S. legislation bans cub petting, tiger selfies, and breeding big cats as pets. What does that mean for the thousands of captive cats? The lucrative cub-petting industry that the Netflix docuseries Tiger King thrust into the spotlight is now illegal in the United States.  The Big…

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

We have tried to cover the most frequently asked questions – though we get many others. Use the comment box to ask your relevant questions and we will try to answer them for you as we have time.

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Video Tour

Video Tour

This tour is designed for school aged children & is informative for all ages. This video was filmed a few years ago for the public library and does not reflect current improvements or changes in the animals and/or their exhibits.

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