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2020 will bring in a new era of positive growth and change for the Louisiana Bobcat Refuge. We look forward to sharing that with you and the rescues in the near future. We'll see you soon! The LBR Rescue Crew & LBR Board of Directors
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"Quite often our work is called a waste of time and resources as lions aren't endangered as a species. This is true at the moment, but as a yardstick for action is dangerously shortsighted. The same might be said of rhinos ten years ago." George Adamson, ( quote from circa 60's) famed conservationist and first wild felid rehabilitator, along with his wife, Joy, who made history with their true story of Elsa, the lion, as introduced to the world in the movie Born Free).
With most wild felids on the CITES threatened or endangered list and many North American bobcats and Canada Lynx having outdated data population numbers due to their reclusive nature, they are ripe for exploitation as the demand for their fur has increased in China, Japan, and Russia. Our desire is for future generations to witness these captivating and mysterious felids in the wild, as Mother Nature intended, not merely as photos on the internet after their population has been depleted, just as George Adamson warned.
DNA from bobcats is specific to regional areas, and once that DNA is gone, it's gone forever, even if other bobcats are reintroduced. In Louisiana alone, alligators, black bear, turkeys and deer have been reintroduced. However, after speaking with biologists and viewing a preserved black bear from the 60's, there's no mistaking the DNA variance, as well as that of many of the deer from Wisconsin and other areas that were brought in to repopulate the state. As Sportsman's Paradise, we encourage Louisiana and other US states to continue to make positive strides to both protect and educate the public about our US self regulating felids.
With most wild felids on the CITES threatened or endangered list and many North American bobcats and Canada Lynx having outdated data population numbers due to their reclusive nature, they are ripe for exploitation as the demand for their fur has increased in China, Japan, and Russia. Our desire is for future generations to witness these captivating and mysterious felids in the wild, as Mother Nature intended, not merely as photos on the internet after their population has been depleted, just as George Adamson warned.
DNA from bobcats is specific to regional areas, and once that DNA is gone, it's gone forever, even if other bobcats are reintroduced. In Louisiana alone, alligators, black bear, turkeys and deer have been reintroduced. However, after speaking with biologists and viewing a preserved black bear from the 60's, there's no mistaking the DNA variance, as well as that of many of the deer from Wisconsin and other areas that were brought in to repopulate the state. As Sportsman's Paradise, we encourage Louisiana and other US states to continue to make positive strides to both protect and educate the public about our US self regulating felids.
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Throughout the pandemic, we have been available rescuing and taking calls to help other facilities with bobcats in need 24/7, following all covid guidelines to ensure the safety of the felids and humans we come in contact with. A member of our LBR Crew is FEMA emergency trained in addition to LDWF permitted.
Please note that under circumstances beyond our control, the refuge hotline number has been changed for the foreseeable future and we can no longer access the calls to the old hotline number due to technical difficulties. In a bobcat emergency, you may reach us at 337-516-0031. You may also contact the LBR rescue crew via director@louisianabobcatrefuge.com or Melissa Collins, Wildlife Permit Coordinator and Biologist via the Baton Rouge LDWF office and she can alert us immediately. We will be available through the hurricane on call via this route of contact. Stay safe everyone.
Many of our indigenous species will be displaced looking for higher ground, but will go back to their forested homes as the water recedes; some will have their little families with them trying to find shelter. They aren't looking to harm you, just trying not to drown. They will likely avoid you , if you avoid them. Please call for help before trying to rescue any injured or displaced wildlife.
Please note that under circumstances beyond our control, the refuge hotline number has been changed for the foreseeable future and we can no longer access the calls to the old hotline number due to technical difficulties. In a bobcat emergency, you may reach us at 337-516-0031. You may also contact the LBR rescue crew via director@louisianabobcatrefuge.com or Melissa Collins, Wildlife Permit Coordinator and Biologist via the Baton Rouge LDWF office and she can alert us immediately. We will be available through the hurricane on call via this route of contact. Stay safe everyone.
Many of our indigenous species will be displaced looking for higher ground, but will go back to their forested homes as the water recedes; some will have their little families with them trying to find shelter. They aren't looking to harm you, just trying not to drown. They will likely avoid you , if you avoid them. Please call for help before trying to rescue any injured or displaced wildlife.
- Photo Courtesy of International Wildlife Photographer and Conservationist, Steve Uffman
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Reach the rescue Crew via email :director@louisianabobcatrefuge.com
emergency hotline 337-393-0205
1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime. (CDC, 2010)
Abusers of animals are 5 times as likely to harm humans. Nearly half of the victims who stay in violent households do so because they are afraid for their animals. Countless more never leave the home for this very reason. (aldf.org)
Abusers of animals are 5 times as likely to harm humans. Nearly half of the victims who stay in violent households do so because they are afraid for their animals. Countless more never leave the home for this very reason. (aldf.org)
LINKS we provide here can help you. Our page will show up as the LBR refuge page, but once you click a link below your abuser may be able to see your history. Without having to click a link and put you at risk we've included a toll free number for you to call for advice and help. Please don't say or do anything that may put you in any danger, until you've spoken to someone at the hotline below to know how to proceed with caution. Your safety and that of your children and pets is vital. Big purrs and love for the peaceful life of happiness you are deserving of.
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1-800-799-7233 TTY 1-800-787-3224
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1-800-799-7233 TTY 1-800-787-3224
https://www.thehotline.org/
https://postmalesyndrome.com/gaslighting-in-relationships-7-signs-how-to-put-out-the-flame/
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
https://www.icouldhavebeen.org/
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Louisiana Bobcat Refuge
PO Box 1690
Eunice, LA 70535
337-393-0205 24/7 refuge hotline
director@louisianabobcatrefuge.com
PO Box 1690
Eunice, LA 70535
337-393-0205 24/7 refuge hotline
director@louisianabobcatrefuge.com
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