MIRACLE MATCH – 25 Years of Saving Lives! Donate Now I can’t believe it’s been 25 years we’ve been saving lives together. We’ve accomplished many amazing miracles for cats in need. So many things have changed over the years. And other things come full circle. I remember the early years when the rescues came faster … Read more
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Catio Town–the first ever of its kind! Exotic hybrid cats are all the rage on social media, made especially popular by influencers and A-List celebrities. Their stunning beauty has caused overbreeding and impulse purchases. But too often,they end up cast aside due to their unwanted behaviors. TWS is one of only a few sanctuaries to … Read more
You helped us accomplish amazing things for the cats this year! Not only for our existing residents but also 30 additional rescues that now get to live wild at heart! Join us as we look ahead to what’s in store for 2024! Build Catio Town to accommodate small and hybrids cats. This includes temporarily … Read more
UPDATE: Thank you for helping us raise 4 months of operating for the cats! You are amazing! We are forever grateful for your support. ____________________________________________________ Your donations TRIPLED on Give to the Max Day! We GIVE TO THE MAX because you do! Your gift TODAY (Nov 16) will go even farther when generous donors triple … Read more
Minnesota Wildcat Sanctuary’s Founder Receives Global Award for Sanctuary Excellence October 16, 2023 – (Washington, DC) The Board of Directors of the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) today announced the recipient of the 2023 Carole Noon Award, Tammy Thies of The Wildcat Sanctuary, Minnesota. “Tammy has been instrumental in the rescue of wild cats … Read more
It’s the Tiger-Thon Triple Match!! ONE WEEK ONLY your gift will be tripled by a group of generous donors from 9/12 – 9/17. (up to $25,000) DONATE HERE NOW!!! When it costs us as much as $10,000 every year just to care for ONE tiger, you can see why this TIGER-THON will help so much. … Read more
7/17/23 Update: Thank you all who helped us purchase much needed equipment for Cats in Crisis like Lucy and Violeta. Your generosity helped us buy: Customized transport trailer Brush hog for clearing brush Istat mobile blood machine Onsite storage crate dedicated to crisis response equipment Water storage containers, pumps and hoses Dens and kennels heaters, … Read more
May 16, 2023- MEDIA ALERT Seized before illegally sold online, tiger cub finds a forever home at The Wildcat Sanctuary Sandstone, MN – An Arizona man was arrested in January after he illegally listed a tiger cub for sale on social media. He was apprehended after he made a deal to sell the cub to … Read more
Animal welfare overflows the boundaries of a regular workday All of us are part of our sanctuary family because of the amazing rescue work we do for animals. But after the exciting news of a rescue fades, the cats still need to be cared for day after day, year after year. And that’s where our … Read more
Ending the year with the rescue of 4 Ukraine lion cubs, we are excited for 2023 and what it can bring! We’re hoping you’ll join us make a difference in the lives of the cats and those that care for them. Here’s to making life even better for the cats – with your help. … Read more
Media can contact [email protected] for photos and videos. Sandstone, MN – December 6, 2022 – Four young lion cubs, rescued from Ukraine, just experienced their first time in the snow at their forever home at The Wildcat Sanctuary. The cubs – Taras (male, four months), Stefania (female, four months), Lesya (female, four months) and Prada … Read more
12/12/2022 Update: Lunch with the lions: Watch the cubs LIVE on YouTube Monday, Wednesday and Friday 12-2 p.m. CST. https://www.youtube.com/@WildcatSanctuary/streams 12/1/2022 Update: Tammy Thies shared, “After their long journey, all four cubs were merged and were seen cuddling up together for a much-deserved rest. This new lion pride will grow up as a family, living … Read more