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This tiger's escape highlights the dangers of keeping wild animals in inadequate facilities.

Send the Escaped Tiger to a Safe Sanctuary, Not Back to a Negligent Zoo

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Dear friends,   For nearly a week, a male Bengal tiger named Tony roamed through northern Mexico and southern Texas. Before that, he was being held captive at the Quinta La Fauna Zoo in Mexico — a zoo that has already been called into question many times for dubious animal welfare practices. This incident is not just about the tiger's escape; it also highlights the broader issue of how wild animals are treated in captivity. Animals like this tiger deserve to live in environments that meet their complex needs, not in facilities where their safety is compromised. The fact that a tiger could escape and wander in a populated area is a clear indicator of negligence. Some zoos prioritize entertainment and profit over animal welfare. Wild animals should be treated with respect and compassion, not as mere attractions for profit.   After a week, authorities captured the wild-turned-captive animal in South Texas. Luckily, the frightened animal is still alive and apparently unharmed. Now authorities with the Mexican government are evaluating Tony to decide if he will be rehoused at a wildlife sanctuary or sent back to a zoo.    Sign this petition to demand that Tony the tiger be sent to a reputable sanctuary where he can live out the rest of his days freely and safely!

Thank you, Miranda Care2 Petitions Team

P.S. Wild animals like tigers should be cared for in a way that meets their needs, not used for money, and certainly not kept in places where they can escape and cause chaos. Sign the petition.      Sign Now