Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge

🌟 Wishlist Wednesday 🌟
We’re reaching out today with a few essential items that will make a big difference in the lives of our residents. If you’re able to help, we truly appreciate it! Here’s what we need right now:

🧹 Mop Handles (Need 5)
For keeping our indoor heated buildings clean and cozy for the caracals, servals, and other cats. Your support helps keep these spaces fresh and safe for our beloved residents.

🔧 Bosch Drill Bit Heads (Need 3 Sets)
To build new walkway benches down at Freedom Field for our small cats. These benches provide a comfy resting spot for them and will help create a more enriching environment.

💧 Deeper Water Pans (Need 20, have received 3)
Our cats need plenty of water, and the deeper pans help prevent spills while keeping them hydrated throughout the day.

💊 Antinol Plus (Still need several bottles)
For Lucy, Chaos, and Zeus. Between the three of them, we go through 9 pills a day, so it runs out quickly! Lucy recently had a veterinary exam that showed how much metabolic bone disease has impacted her bones, causing them to curve unnaturally. Antinol Plus helps slow the progression of arthritis, making a big difference in her comfort and mobility.

Every donation, no matter the size, directly impacts the care of our animals. Thank you for being a part of their journey! 💛

Amazon Wishlist: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3HIAUWLXM5X

Shipping Address:
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
239 Turpentine Creek Lane
Eureka Springs, AR 72632

#wishlist #amazonwishlist #TCWR #TurpentineCreek #GFAS

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* GOOD MORNING * from the handsome African serval cat named Hunter.

Hunter's Story
Species: African Serval (Leptailurus serval)
DOB: October 10, 2014
Sex: Male
Arrival Date: October 10, 2019

In 2019, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge (TCWR) was contacted by New Mexico authorities about an African Serval captured in the wilderness. During Hunter’s adolescent years, his original owners had a microchip implanted – commonly used to register pets to their owners in case they get lost, helping them find their way home again. The microchip later proved invaluable in aiding authorities to trace who previously owned him after he was captured.

Hunter’s previous owner claimed that Hunter and his female companion had escaped from his property in 2016. The owner told local authorities he had purchased the two servals from an Arkansas breeder. However, New Mexico’s laws make it illegal to own servals as pets; therefore, authorities reached out to TCWR when seeking a reputable sanctuary for him to live the remainder of his life.

Hunter arrived at five years old in surprisingly good condition despite everything he had endured. In his exam, our team discovered that Hunter was declawed, so he is a part of our Pain Management Plan to help slow down the rate of arthritis and alleviate pain.

Hunter, a spirited serval, loves to chat and call out to any of his neighbors or keepers who will listen. He often takes naps in the shady areas of his habitat, finding comfort and relaxation away from the sun.

Hunter occasionally shows his playful side by playing with his boomer ball toys. Ever the hunter, he eagerly pounces and chases any bug or creature that dares to enter his habitat or run along the fence.

#TCWR #TurpentineCreek #GFAS #Rescue #storytelling #storytime #serval #servalcat #morning #morningvibes

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Good night from Archie and Nirvana.
** Be sure to look for the launch of the new "Kids & Cats Big Questions from Little Voices" tomorrow.

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Animal cruelty charges dropped against Quebec roadside zoo – CTV Newswww.ctvnews.ca/barrie/video/2025/12/15/animal-crue…

Dedicated CTV Landing Page for:www.ctvnews.ca/barrie/eyes-in-the-darkness/

Eyes in the Darkness: The Hidden Cost of Roadside Zoos:
🐾 Celebrating Our Team’s Role in Wildlife Rescue!

We were proud to see our Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge (TCWR) dedicated team members featured in this recent Canadian news report, highlighting a successful wildlife rescue operation involving multiple organizations. While TCWR wasn't mentioned by name in the first part of the series, our animal care team played a crucial role in this collaborative effort, successfully transporting six lions—two of which are Archie and Reggie—to their forever home at our sanctuary.

This report is part of an investigative series titled “Eyes in the Darkness: The Hidden Cost of Roadside Zoos,” where CTV’s Sarah Freemark investigates the concerns around unregulated roadside zoos, the laws that need to change, and the inspiring story of nine African lions saved by sanctuaries across Canada and the United States. The following three segments greatly focus on Turpentine Creek!

Stay tuned to watch the remaining segments of this important series!

At Turpentine Creek, we believe that when organizations come together, we can make a greater impact in protecting wildlife. Moments like these remind us of the power of teamwork and community.

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing animal care team and all our partners for their passion and hard work! If you would like to support the lifelong care of the lions who now call TCWR home, you can make a gift to our "Born in Captivity, Wild Within" campaign. Your contribution will be doubled up to $50k thanks to a matching gift from Maggie W.

Together, we can make a difference!

Link to donation page: www.turpentinecreek.org/wild-within/

#WildlifeRescue #TeamEffort #MultiOrganizationCollaboration #AnimalWelfare #TCWR #EyesInTheDarkness #BornInCaptivityWildWithin

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Good morning from Amari the lioness 😛🦁

It’s Tongue Out Tuesday, and Amari is clearly embracing the theme. No thoughts, just sunshine, sass, and a tiny blep to start the day right.

Whether you’re feeling fierce or just a little goofy this morning, take a page from Amari’s book and let your tongue out worries go.

Happy Tongue Out Tuesday from all of us! ☀️💛

#TCWR #turpentineCreek #GFAS #lions #TOT #tongueouttuesday👅 #morningvibes

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Unique Giftware: Curated pieces you won’t find anywhere else. ✨

Explore the full collection. ➡️ shop.turpentinecreek.org/collections/unique-giftwa…

#TurpentineCreek #SupportSanctuaries #BigCatLove #ShopForACause

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Good night from lioness Nirvana and cubs, Reggie and Archie. Thank you for joining us today for the first day of the Born Captive Wild Within. 8-week campaign.

See the schedule of events at www.facebook.com/events/2111659726331272

#TCWR #TurpentineCreek #GFAS #WildWithin #lions #cubs

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Ornaments: Small details that make a big impact. 🐾✨

Every purchase supports the animals. ➡️ shop.turpentinecreek.org/collections/ornaments

#TurpentineCreek #SupportSanctuaries #BigCatLove #ShopForACause

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🦁 🎶 Carols of the Pride are calling! 🎶 🦁
This winter, cozy up at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge with 20% off lodging and a Winter Welcome Package — complete with 2 TCWR mugs for your cocoa ☕ & the new 2026 TCWR Calendar!

🎄 Book a December stay and you’ll also receive a TCWR tree ornament!

Reserve your stay from Nov 29th through Feb 26 in one of our Safari Family Suites or our Adult-Only Zulu Safari Suites with promo code 20Carols at
👉 lodging.TurpentineCreek.org

(RV Sites will receive 20% off with no Winter Welcome Package)

For more Happenings this Winter in Eureka Springs go to:

www.traveleurekasprings.com/eureka-springs-winter-…

#travel #wintervacation #TCWR #GFAS #TurpentineCreek #ecortourism

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As you can see on this 3-tier bench, staff has attached fencing to prevent the cubs from falling off the higher level. That fencing will be removed when the cubs are bigger.

Today is an exciting day!!
The Born in Captivity. Wild Within. 8-week Campaign begins.

Learn more about this at
www.facebook.com/events/2111659726331272

#TCWR #GFAS #TurpentineCreek #WildWithin #lions

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