Lions Tigers & Bears
Lions Tigers & Bears is one of only two big cat and bear sanctuaries in California accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS). GFAS accreditation includes meeting their strict Standards of Excellence, including acquisition, handling and commercial guidelines; education and outreach; staffing; physical facilities; security/safety; general animal care; and much more. According to GFAS, their Standards of Excellence were developed and reviewed by several working groups comprised of sanctuary managers, animal protection and animal control officers and veterinarians.
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