* 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.
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
* 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.
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