The Louisiana Bobcat Refuge is a 3 prong hybrid non- for- profit organization. We focus on 1. Rehab, Rescue, and Permanent Sanctuary of Bobcats, Canada Lynx, exotic felids and at- risk ( geriatric, amputees, visually impaired, etc. )domestic cat rescues 2. Emotional Support Animal Therapy Program for those with intellectual and related developmental disabilities and 3. an Educational Series of learning materials ( 10 years in development) while striving to foster community awareness of indigenous species and the challenges they face while advocating Disability Inclusion through LBR's Respect ABILITY Program for our Volunteer Staff of Permitted Rehabilitators.
Oftentimes, when humans feel most alone( hurt, bullied, abandoned, isolated, afraid, sad), we reach out for comfort or inspiration from animals. Many say they prefer the company of animals to people. It's because they find ways to comfort, love, and understand us when no one else can. There are so many transformative and heartwarming stories of adults and children facing insurmountable odds and the whole trajectory of their lives was changed by their inspiring and empowering chance encounters with a wild or domestic animal, many times a rescue. We'll share some of those true stories here with you, and hope you'll share them with those you love. Sharing truly is caring for the Greater Good. Big purrs and blessings. xoxo
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Big purrs and blessings
Exciting News -04/20/21(scheduling now for 2022 per Covid protocols)
LBR's F3 Program- "Feeding Friendly Felines" (and Rabbits) Enrichment and /Emotional Support Animal Therapy Program- promoting community collaboration for those individuals with intellectual and related developmental disabilities. An enriching tactile experience with rescued domestic cats and rabbits at a location that does not include the primary LBR( LDWF's permitted) lockdown wild felid location. * Big purrs and blessings for supporting the LBR feeding program. Below are the primary dietary items to be used for the F3 Program. They can be found on the LBR Amazon Wishlist. Meow Mix, indoor 9 Lives, Iams Indoor Weight and Hairball Care, Fancy Feast ( Poultry and Beef varieties), Hill's Prescription Diet canned ID, AD and CD, and Purina Complete Rabbit Food(25lb ), Timothy Hay. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/38OW4DZPYI8O?ref_=wl_share ------------------------------------------ Latest update-04/05/21 LBR is at currently at intake capacity and accepting bobcat rescue calls for 2021 on a referral basis or to assist verifiable permitted rehabilitators via pro bono resource/care information. LBR's permitted bobcat rehabilitator and behaviorist is continuing her own long journey of recovery from a critical, emergency spinal surgery. The procedure will enable her to walk and continue to care for our current rescues as per her wishes and medical provider's approval. LBR is thankful for neurosurgeon, Brad McGowan, MD of Dallas, his representative Robbie Reed, along with his staff at https://dallasbrainandspine.com/ and the great folks at Mid City Dallas Hospital. Amazingly, this neurosurgeon was connected with our rescuer thanks to a BOBCAT RESCUE a few years prior! How's that for the bobcats rescuing the rescuer? Here's the link where Hurt Paw Kitty was released back to Mother Nature...That was the rescue with the Dallas connection. https://www.theadvertiser.com/story/news/2017/07/21/couples-rescue-efforts-aim-maintain-sportsmans-paradise/489568001/ We are thankful for a New Year and we are thankful for your friendship, love, and compassion. Thank you for sharing and caring about ALL those who have no voice. ~The LBR Board of Directors |
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Honored to have been featured on many broadcast and print media outlets. Permitted by LDWF.
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2021/22 will usher in a new era of positive growth and change for the Louisiana Bobcat Refuge and this website.
--------------------------------------- Thank you for your love and compassion through a refuge relocation move, the devastation of a hundred year flood in 2016, two destructive hurricanes in 2020, and continuing to rescue through the challenges of Covid. During challenging and heartbreaking times across the world, we are humbled by friends who thought of LBR and are grateful for you more than words can express. We look forward to sharing with you in the future. ~The LBR Rescue Crew & LBR Board of Directors *https://coraweb.sos.la.gov/CommercialSearch/CommercialSearchDetails.aspx?CharterID=910244_861E6DC8B5 |
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*** Register for discounts and bonus offers while supporting the Louisiana Bobcat Refuge. List of stores below, link to register to support the rescues above. Blessings and big purrs for the love! https://www.igive.com/isearch/search.cfm?st=STORES&s=19&q=*&sort=1 |
**Currently at capacity for bobcat, lynx and smaller exotic felids( zoo retirees, pet surrenders, illegally kept pet seizures via LDWF and/or abused or abandoned bobcat/lynx kitten rescues. Presently recovering from two 2020 hurricanes that caused significant tree damage to five habitats that must be replaced and four which need heavy repair. Bobcat, lynx and other wild or domestic cat rescues for 2021/22 will be accepted on a case by case basis until the habitats can be replaced and/or repaired. LBR is grateful for your love, friendship and compassion for the rescues.
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Our volunteer efforts made possible by truly selfless, amazing individual and organizational supporters worldwide, the incredible people of Greater Good, the International Fund for Animal Welfare and CARA.
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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.
Highlights LBR in the news:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/local/wp/2017/01/31/fearing-a-missing-bobcat-d-c-kept-schoolkids-inside-but-ollies-most-likely-shy-experts-say/
https://www.natgeotv.com/int/swamplands/videos/bobcat-refuge
https://archive.eunicetoday.com/louisiana-bobcat-refuge
http://www.nadelgussman.com/ng-ruston/
https://www.theadvocate.com/acadiana/news/article_975133c8-cbcf-11e7-8d8e-97bd56e2b684.html
https://www.globalanimal.org/2016/08/19/take-action-how-to-help-animal-victims-of-louisiana-flooding-photos/144494/
https://eu.thetowntalk.com/story/news/2017/09/02/local-law-enforcement-helps-rescue-baby-bobcat/613127001/
https://eu.theadvertiser.com/story/news/2017/07/21/couples-rescue-efforts-aim-maintain-sportsmans-paradise/489568001/
https://archive.eunicetoday.com/local/bobcats-raised-eunice-refuge-released-wild
https://archive.eunicetoday.com/local/eunice-woman-honored-state-volunteer-conservationist-year
https://lawildlifefed.org/2016/04/educating-outdoor-enthusiasts-and-promoting-oyster-reef-restoration-among-conservation-efforts-recognized-at-banquet/
https://smonroe4.wixsite.com/lbrefuge/donate
https://www.fox5dc.com/news/rehabilitated-bobcat-released-at-upper-tampa-bay-regional-park
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.
Highlights LBR in the news:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/local/wp/2017/01/31/fearing-a-missing-bobcat-d-c-kept-schoolkids-inside-but-ollies-most-likely-shy-experts-say/
https://www.natgeotv.com/int/swamplands/videos/bobcat-refuge
https://archive.eunicetoday.com/louisiana-bobcat-refuge
http://www.nadelgussman.com/ng-ruston/
https://www.theadvocate.com/acadiana/news/article_975133c8-cbcf-11e7-8d8e-97bd56e2b684.html
https://www.globalanimal.org/2016/08/19/take-action-how-to-help-animal-victims-of-louisiana-flooding-photos/144494/
https://eu.thetowntalk.com/story/news/2017/09/02/local-law-enforcement-helps-rescue-baby-bobcat/613127001/
https://eu.theadvertiser.com/story/news/2017/07/21/couples-rescue-efforts-aim-maintain-sportsmans-paradise/489568001/
https://archive.eunicetoday.com/local/bobcats-raised-eunice-refuge-released-wild
https://archive.eunicetoday.com/local/eunice-woman-honored-state-volunteer-conservationist-year
https://lawildlifefed.org/2016/04/educating-outdoor-enthusiasts-and-promoting-oyster-reef-restoration-among-conservation-efforts-recognized-at-banquet/
https://smonroe4.wixsite.com/lbrefuge/donate
https://www.fox5dc.com/news/rehabilitated-bobcat-released-at-upper-tampa-bay-regional-park
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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 the refuge hotline number has been changed back to our original #337-393-0205. In a bobcat emergency, you may reach us at 337-393-0205. 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 and
on call through the 2021 hurricane season while following all covid protocols 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 the refuge hotline number has been changed back to our original #337-393-0205. In a bobcat emergency, you may reach us at 337-393-0205. 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 and
on call through the 2021 hurricane season while following all covid protocols 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
https://www.thehotline.org/
www.womenindistress.org
www.findingourvoices.net
https://postmalesyndrome.com/gaslighting-in-relationships-7-signs-how-to-put-out-the-flame/
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
https://www.icouldhavebeen.org/
https://www.whiteribbon.ca/who-we-are/?v=7516fd43adaa
http://www.cheatsheet.com/health-fitness/signs-youre-dating-a-psychopath.html/?utm_source=AOL_cpc&utm_medium=cpc
*photo copyright- https://nicolemarierichardson.com
1-800-799-7233 TTY 1-800-787-3224
https://www.thehotline.org/
www.womenindistress.org
www.findingourvoices.net
https://postmalesyndrome.com/gaslighting-in-relationships-7-signs-how-to-put-out-the-flame/
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
https://www.icouldhavebeen.org/
https://www.whiteribbon.ca/who-we-are/?v=7516fd43adaa
http://www.cheatsheet.com/health-fitness/signs-youre-dating-a-psychopath.html/?utm_source=AOL_cpc&utm_medium=cpc
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
This website will gradually be transitioning to www.livethriveandleavealegacy.org by 2022
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