(Wylie) October 19, 2012 – On September 9, 2011, In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center announced the arrival of two cheetahs. Sam and Kodi were re-homed from Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and were placed in a temporary enclosure while we raised enough money to start building the cheetahs’ new habitat. Thanks to our generous donors and dedicated volunteers, the cheetahs’ new home was finally completed last week.
Everyone oohed and aahhed at 14,500 square foot habitat, but it was still empty. On the spur of the moment, Vicky thought, “Hey, let’s see how easy it will be to move the cats,” and she placed a cheetah-sized transporter flush against their door, just to see if Sam or Kodi would enter it. If a cat entered, then the big cheetah move was “on.” If either cat refused to enter the transporter, then the move would be put off for another day. As luck would have it, Sam walked right in!
“Get another cage!” yelled Vicky. After some coaching, Kodi finally entered the second cage and the cats were slowly transported to their new home. WATCH THIS VIDEO TO SEE WHAT HAPPENED. lease excuse our shaky video as this was such a spur-of-the-moment move, and we were so excited to see the empty habitat now a home for two handsome cheetahs. We could barely contain our excitement!
We still have some “home improvement” projects to complete, such as landscaping, but we figured it was more important to move the cats so they can enjoy the wide open space. In addition to the huge playground, the cheetahs also have access to a climate-controlled house. We know they will enjoy that during the upcoming winter. If you want to see the cheetahs in their new habitat this weekend (or another upcoming weekend), you are more than welcome to come say “hello” to the boys. Just be sure to ask our friendly volunteers for assistance in finding their new home on our property!
In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center, located at 3430 Skyview Drive in Wylie, is dedicated to the rescue and care of abused, neglected, or unwanted exotic cats. There are now 63 exotic cats and one coatimundi calling In-Sync home. This includes three exceptionally rare white lions, a golden tabby tiger, three white tigers and two cheetahs.
For more information about the sanctuary, visit insyncexotics.com.
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Submitted by Lisa Williams, In-Sync Exotics.
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