Max, a Eurasian lynx, was the typical exhibition cat. He was owned by an exhibitor that took him to schools and other events for show. One day, though, Max made it quite clear he no longer was interested in the leash or the profession.
Luckily, the exhibitor found The Wildcat Sanctuary and chose to retire Max to our sanctuary.
Max is a well-adjusted cat, but he will still growl today if he even sees a leash. Obviously, his memory of his former life stays with him.
At The Wildcat Sanctuary, Max now enjoys roaming a 7,000 square foot habitat with the love of his life, Misha, a cougar. It was quite a surprise to us all when we noticed Max was grooming Misha through the fence.
So, one day, we allowed for a play date and they have been together ever since. It makes us feel wonderful being able to provide companionship for life for our rescues, even if they are from another species. Sometimes those are the best, most lasting friendships.
friendly to his neighbors, and a love connection formed between he and Misha the cougar in 2001. They lived together ever since. Their friendship was featured in National Geographic Kids magazine, as well as other articles.
In the last days, Max was very weak, but still had glimmers of that signature personality. He was calm and comfortable, but his body could not keep up with his internal beaming personality. He deserved to be free where he could shine as bright as he needed.
