Collection: Bagheera

Species: Jaguar (Panthera onca)
DOB: May 10, 2018
Sex: Male
Arrival Date: May 17, 2021

Rescue Story: Bagheera (Pronounced Buh-gear-uh) came to us as a result of the federal government’s request to assist with the seizure of 68 big cats
in another state. TCWR President Tanya Smith, spent countless hours coordinating with the Department of Justice and members of the Big Cat
Sanctuary Alliance, in order to facilitate the rescue. Months of silent preparation culminated in three days worth of boots-on-the-ground execution.
During that time, a handful of TCWR team members were escorted by officers into the facility to assist with the mission. They then transported a
number of the seized animals to additional accredited wildlife sanctuaries.

More about Bagheera: We can never be sure what and animal’s past life was like, however what Bagheera first arrived he expressed aggression
towards men and cameras. It is likely that this reaction was the result of the trauma from being used for cub petting. Our team continually worked
with him to restore trust and help in his mental rehabilitation. Now, Bagheera allows for our team to take pictures and safely approach him. Bagheera can usually be seen relaxing on his bench taking a nap, sunbathing or splashing in his pool during the summer. He will carry around a boomer ball toy or his breakfast through his habitat to show off what he found.