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Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
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Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge is a GFAS accredited sanctuary that provides a lifelong sanctuary for rescued big cats.
🎄✨ Help Our Christmas Tree Shine the Brightest! ✨🎄

Our team spread a little extra holiday magic this year by decorating a tree for the Brashear’s Christmas Tree Forest at the historic Crescent Hotel, now we need your help to make it glow brighter!
👉 Cast your vote by donating here: buff.ly/68DveHl
December 11, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Shy Ariel Bobcat is on the prowl this morning, quietly exploring her habitat while she waits for breakfast. 🍽️🐾 #TCWR #turpentinecreek #GFAS #bobcat #ariel #wildcats
December 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
🧡🐾 Shop Local, Support Wildlife! 🐾🧡
🧡 Shop with purpose. Shop local. Support sanctuary.

Holiday shopping at buff.ly/7vrrjZV not only means getting unique gifts for your friends and family, but it also supports the care of over 120 rescued exotic cats, bears, and a spotted hyena.

#TurpentineCreek
December 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Good morning from Miles the tiger! ☀️🐅 She’s enjoying a peaceful early stroll through her spacious habitat, soaking in all the sights, sounds, and sunshine sanctuary life has to offer.

#TCWR #turpentinecreek #GFAS #morning #tigers
December 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
🌅🐾 Illithia’s Breakfast Watch 🐾🌅 Illithia Serval is patiently posted at her favorite lookout spot this morning… because everyone knows the most important part of the day is when the keepers arrive with breakfast! 😄🍽️🐾 Life is good when you’re safe, loved, and waiting on a fresh mea
December 10, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Good afternoon!
Flint the bobcat says, “No treats? No problem—I’ll just be off to find the perfect napping spot!” 😄🐾
#TCWR #TurpentineCreek #GFAS #FunnyCat #Bobcat #afternoon #reel #short
December 9, 2025 at 10:46 PM
It’s afternoon snack surveillance time for Nabisco the bobcat! 😄🐾
He’s perched in his favorite lookout spot, keeping a very close eye out for any keeper who even thinks about bringing snacks. Those ears are up, that tail is twitching, and Nabisco is ready to spring into “treat mode” at a moment’s
December 9, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Why Do Lion Cubs Have Spots?

Reggie and Archie were born with faint rosettes, a natural camouflage that helps young lions hide in tall grass while their mothers hunt. As cubs grow and gain strength, their spots fade—marking their transition from vulnerable babies to strong, independent young lions
December 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Good evening from Aurora and Lakota! ☀️🐅

These two were playful and full of mischief today, taking turns climbing, balancing, and showing off their best big-cat gymnastics on their favorite log. Aurora brought the grace, Lakota brought the enthusiasm, and together they brought plenty of smiles
December 8, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Introducing Nirvana’s Cubs — A Story of Hope, Renewal, and Lifelong Care at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge

#TurpentineCreek #TCWR #GFAS #Lions #cubs #babyanimals #cute #wildWithin
December 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Good night from Philmo the bobcat! 🌙🐾
He’s all tucked in after a long day of exploring, snacking, and supervising his habitat like the tiny king he is. Sleep tight, Philmo 💛
#TCWR #TurpentineCreek #GFAS #goodnight #bobcats
December 7, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Reggie and Archie have discovered a new sport: Extreme Pool Parkour (No Water Required). 😆🦁
These two were bouncing off the walls of the empty pool like fuzzy little pinballs while Momma Nirvana looked on. #TCWR #GFAS #TurpentineCreek #LionCubsGoneWild #ReggieAndArchie #SanctuaryShenanigans
December 7, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Axle decided today was the perfect day to turn his habitat into his own personal jungle gym. Rolling, wriggling, dramatic flops—he delivered it all!
We love seeing him enjoy the wild life he was always meant to have. 🐾💚
#TCWR #BlackLeopard #HappyCat
December 6, 2025 at 9:01 PM
** Turn It Up ** to hear the SURPRISING trills from a caracal named Cyrus.

#TCWR #turpentinecreek #GFAS #caracal #trill #sounds
December 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
** VOLUME UP ** to hear Selbit the leopard telling the photographer who's the boss!

#Leopard #TurpentineCreek #TCWR #GFAS #TurnItUp
December 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
🎨 Turn every sip into a work of art! This slim coozie features the same regal lion design as our popular “Masterpiece” shirt — just in beverage form.

✨ Fits slim cans perfectly
🦁 Rich, detailed artwork
🐾 Helps care for rescued lions at Turpentine Creek

Shop now ⬇️ buff.ly/L9Un4al

#TCWR #GFAS
December 6, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Cat Facts: Cougars aren’t just powerful predators—they’re phenomenal athletes, capable of 18-foot vertical jumps. Protecting them protects an entire ecosystem. 🌎🐾

#Conservation #CougarFacts #turpentinecreek #TCWR #GFAS #facts #animalfacts #catfacts
December 6, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Marissa & Louisa finally have safety and sanctuary 🐾🧡

Help support their lifelong care this #GivingTuesday

👉 buff.ly/sNp1L1b

#TCWR #CougarRescue
December 2, 2025 at 5:09 PM
🐅 Khaleesi & Aurora are thriving at TCWR thanks to your support.

Help them this #GivingTuesday: buff.ly/sNp1L1b

#Khaleesi #Aurora #TCWR
December 2, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Emily AKA Tigger goes LIVE at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge with some pretty adorable and funny big cats.

#TCWR #GFAS #TurpentinetineCreek #LIve #Streaming #bigcats #sanctuary #GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 3:28 PM
🦁 Amari’s journey from uncertainty to sanctuary is why we do what we do.
Support her this #GivingTuesday: buff.ly/sNp1L1b

#TCWR #AmariTheLioness
December 2, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Ti-Liger Lakota, Tabby Tiger Khaleesi, & White Tiger Aurora
Full-length video will post at 10:00 AM CST
December 2, 2025 at 12:01 PM
🎄⏳ The holiday countdown is officially on!
Looking for gifts that feel personal and make a difference? You’re in the right place.

Every purchase supports the rescued cats at Turpentine Creek 💛

🛒 Start checking off your list → buff.ly/v5L41TX

#BlackFridaySale #GiftsThatGiveBack #TurpentineCreek
December 2, 2025 at 10:01 AM
🌟 Join Us for a LIVE Q&A This Giving Tuesday! 🌟 We’re excited to invite you to a special live event to hear powerful stories, meet people making a difference for rescued animals, and learn how YOU can help change lives.

Announcing TCWR's Refuge Round Table - Reserve your spot now:
👉 buff.ly/nPxjmQr
December 1, 2025 at 11:01 AM
🌟 Join Us for a LIVE Q&A This Giving Tuesday! 🌟 We’re excited to invite you to a special live event to hear powerful stories, meet people making a difference for rescued animals, and learn how YOU can help change lives.

Announcing TCWR's Refuge Round Table - Reserve your spot now:
👉 buff.ly/nPxjmQr
December 1, 2025 at 1:00 AM