Exotic Incident #2495

Incident Date:
09/13/2014
Location:
Calhan, CO - USA
Facility Name:
Serenity Springs Wildlife Center
Facility Type:
Non-accredited Facility (RSZ)
Incident Category:
Animal health issue (RX)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Tiger
Animal disposition:
Other

Summary:

According to a citation from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, zookeepers failed to provide adequate veterinary care to a tiger (Nanda) who was observed to have an abnormal gait and muscle loss, and possible
ataxia (loss of full control of bodily movements).

Action take by Born Free USA:

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