Pooh Bear

siberian tiger Pooh Bear, arrived 6 Oct 01, at age 9. He is a (Patheras Tigris Altaica) Siberian tiger and came to us from Texas.

 

 

Update on PoohBear 2/15/2008:  KTBS 3 News: Dying Tiger Receives Plenty of TLC
Note from the Webmaster on 3/15/2008 – I learned at the bake sale today that Pooh Bear snores.  Did you know that Tigers snore?!? (I didn’t!)
Update on Pooh Bear 3/27/08:  We have sad news to report. Our beloved Siberian tiger, Pooh Bear, died on March 27th. Pooh had a urinary tract infection that did not respond to antibiotics. His advanced age was determined to be a factor. We are all very sad and will miss him dearly. We want to thank everyone who has sent their condolences and know they are appreciated.

 

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Hungry Pooh Bear
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KTBS 3 News: Dying tiger receives plenty of TLC

A story at KTBS.com Channel 3 news, by Chris Redford credford@ktbs.com
February 15th, 2008

He’s only a teenager, but unfortunately, it appears his days are numbered. We’re talking about a siberian tiger who many people in the Ark-La-Tex have come to know and love.

He’s a member of the largest and most powerful species of cat in the world, but 16-year old siberian tiger, Pooh Bear, is at his weakest right now. 

Jenny Senier with “Yogie and Friends” Exotic Cat Sanctuary in Frierson says Pooh Bear has started showing signs of the dying process. It’s a heartbreaking sight.

Senier says in nature, when a tiger goes through the dying process, it goes off on its own. She says the other exotic cats here can sense death is near.

Senier says vets have started pooh bear on an antibiotic treatment, but they’ve told her there’s no guarantee.

Pooh Bear came here from Texas after his owner died of cancer. He had lived on concrete most of his life. When he arrived his pads were badly torn, but they’ve since healed.

Senier says at least Pooh Bear will spend what’s left of his life outside surrounded by a family who loves him.

Senier says it’s not known how long the dying process takes, but vets have told her once he stops eating and drinking, it’s time to make a decision.

 


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