Big Cat Habitat & Gulf Coast Sanctuary is a non-profit animal sanctuary which was established in 2005 to provide a safe, loving and permanent home for local and exotic wildlife (primarily Big Cats) in Sarasota County. Many of the animals are former pets who outgrew their welcome and require a forever-home where they can comfortably live for the rest of their lives.
In order to take care of them the center encourages visitors to visit the sanctuary and to attend and support various events to raise funds for their upkeep. Animal ambassadors include tigers, foxes, sloths, lemurs and wolves. Visitors may book special one-on-one animal encounters with some of the animals.
7101 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34232, 941 371 6377, Map
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