There are an estimated 25-30,000 wild animals living in captivity outside of the zoo system. Many of these are blessed to be well cared for by owners who understand their needs. Too many others are in places where they cannot thrive. They end up in magic shows, shopping malls, roadside zoos, backyards, basements, garages – or [...]
Meet Joel and Chemaine Almquist, a compassionate couple from Phelan, CA. Years ago they made room in their expansive hearts and backyard for wild cats in need of some tender loving care. This endeavor grew into Forever Wild Exotic Animal Sanctuary. (You may have seen the Almquists on Extreme Home Makeover a couple years ago, [...]