All posts tagged Tiger Rescue

William Nimmo, founder of Tigers In America

William Nimmo— founder of Tigers In America, a New York City-based nonprofit that seeks to help mitigate the captive-bred tiger crisis in the U.S.—explains how a guy in the midst of career in banking and brokerage got started rescuing tigers in 2011. Read more…

Ed Stewart, co-founder and president of PAWS

Ed Stewart—co-founder and president of the Performing Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)—recalls what prompted he and his late partner, the indefatigable Pat Derby, to launch PAWS, now marking its 30th anniversary. Read more…

Chuck Traisi–Tiger Rescue

Chuck Traisi–who, for nearly a year, has overseen the day-to-day operation of Tiger Rescue, a so-called “sanctuary” in Colton, California, looking after dozens of tigers and big cats who’d been subjected to some of the most egregious wild animal neglect/abuse on record–discusses the history of this case (including the raids made at the facility and the proprietor’s home, and the deplorable conditions found at both), the amazing battalion of volunteers who’ve cared for these animals daily under his supervision, and the relatively happy ending to this saga, among other topics.  [www.fund.org, www.SaveTheTigers.com] Read more…