What's New at Bear Creek

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April 24, 2013

AND THE WINNERS OF OUR "NAME THE MINI" CONTEST ARE....Cassandra & Samantha Chettle!

Thank you all for your submissions for names for our new miniature horse! After much consideration and discussion we have picked a name for her, and it was submitted by Cassandra and Samantha Chettle. Our little darling's name is Nya. (Pronounced Nigh-a) We will post photos when the girls come meet Nya.

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April 17, 2013

Ok folks here are the names that were submitted for our "Name the Mini" contest! Mary and Alanna will make a decision sometime this week and I'll announce who won here and on our Facebook Page.

Li'l Sebastian, Sweet Sue, Tiny, Mr. Ed, Smidgen, Bella, Beannie, Sevretariat, Northern Dancer, Trigger, Elizabeth, Really Little Mary, Alanna's Pride, Roxanne, Cookie. Harper, Minny, Nya, Celeste, Tinkerbell, Meredith, Pixie, LittleBit, Snuff, Baylee, Buddy, Billy, Creeker, Whinny, Jesse, Lucita, Aiko, Minillama, Ruby, Steady Girl, Cocoa, Flicka, Marlo, Polka Dot Polly.

Who do you think will win?

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April 6, 2013
Our North American raccoon Spazzy passed away quietly on Saturday, April 6. We are very sad but are glad we were able to help take care of Spazzy and her brother Shadow in their later years. We would like to thank Glen and Geraldine (their early years caretakers) for coming to visit them so much after the kids moved here.

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April 9, 2013
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our beautiful two-of-a-kind jaglions Jahzara and Tsunami!!
They are 7 years old today.

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April 9, 2013
Don't forget to submit a name for our darling newest permanent resident! You could win a visit tto Bear Creek to meet her and have your picture taken with her! Contest ends Saturday April 13th.
Name the Mini!

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March 26. 2013
Our newest arrival doesn't have a name yet! Check out our "Name the Mini" contest!

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March 22, 2013
Well, this is a new one for us. Last Wednesday night Mary and Alanna rescued an American Miniature Horse filly. She is 7 months old and weighs 68 pounds. After some TLC from us and care from the vet and the farrier she will become a companion for Annie Allama, our blind llama.



She is ADORABLE!

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March 15, 2013
We are now offering gift certificates for private tours. A truly unique gift idea, also great for groups or businesses. Check it out!

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March 2, 2013
Thanks to The Wild Ones, our spring fundraiser location and date have been booked!
We will have a wonderful time once again!
Saturday, June 8th at The House Of Moments.

House of Moments

More informations to follow!

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February 16, 2013
Kody, one of our coatimundi, passed on this morning at 6:47am.
He was 19 years old. Bless his heart and soul! 
He had a great life and was an exceptional friend to everyone.
Mary

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December 2012 Be a hero and give the gift that gives twice! Help our animals and give truly unique gifts to family and friends! We have adoptions, and posters  and gift certificates for tours available. Gift certificates and adpotions will be available right up to Christmas eve.

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New video posted on our YouTube channel! Kyra and Cole, brother and sister Siberian tigers, play on a warm fall day at Bear Creek. Go see!

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November 27, 2012
New video posted! Go see Baloo in Phase 1 of his outdoor enclosure. He has a new back scratch trick so be sure to watch until the end!

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November 12, 2012
Baloo is in his new partial enclosure! Werner and Mary and crew built the winter part of his enclosure so he could go outside, but we still have a lot to build for him. Please donate to the Build For Baloo fund so we can finish his outside stuff! He's going to be a big, big boy!

Photo courtesy of Stephanie Russell Baigent

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We are delighted to announce a new permanent resident, baby bear Baloo! He started out as a foster but we've decided he needs to stay with us. And as such we need to build a new outdoor enclosure for him. He's growing FAST so we need to get this done before winter. You can help by donating to our "Build for Baloo" Enclosure Fund. 100% of the money donated through the Build for Baloo page will go directly for his enclosure. So go see the page and please help if you can!

Baloo was only 6 weeks old in this photo, in August he was 7 months old and weighs 87 pounds. He's a growing  bear! He needs his new home before winter! Please help!

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Your Pets' Ten Commandments

1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.

3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.

4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends,
your entertainment, but I have only you.

5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.

7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.

8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me.
Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.

9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.

10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so. ALWAYS!

 

The above article was written by ©Stan Rawlinson (The Original Doglistener).
A professional full time Dog Behaviourist and Obedience Trainer.
You can visit his website at www.doglistener.co.uk for more articles and training information.

Bear Creek Exotic Wildlife Sanctuary has always lived by these rules. But we've never seen them written so well.
Please, take care of your animals the way we take care of ours. Read this, know this, do this.

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