Tiger Creek Blog

Plan a day trip from Dallas to Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary in Tyler: the drive, the best Conservation Tour time, what to bring, and nearby stops.

Volunteer at Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary in Tyler, TX: six roles, age and hour requirements, training, and how to apply.

Prowl-O-Ween at Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary, Saturday, October 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: candy, keeper talks, face painting, and more. Tickets are limited.

Found an injured or orphaned wild animal in East Texas? What to do first, who to call in Smith County and nearby, and what Texas law allows.

No. Federal law bars private big cat ownership, Texas regulates tigers as dangerous wild animals, and counties may ban them. The rules, explained.

Fourteen things to do in Tyler, TX: the rose garden, the zoo, the state park and more, with free options, stops for children, and the best months to visit.

Artificial intelligence is changing every facet of our lives. It has incredible potential to improve everything from medical research to customer service to our daily commutes. Yet behind each piece of AI-generated content, including routine online searches, lies a massive network of data centers. Communities across the country, including in East Texas, have actively debated proposed data center developments. The rapid expansion of these facilities raises a vital question for

protecting tigers means protecting much more than just the tiger itself

The AZA, or The Association of Zoos and Aquariums is a "501(c) non-profit dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of

Welcome to another episode of Meet the Residents! Today we share our male African Lion, Max.

A day in the life of a Tiger Creek Keeper consists of many things; jingling keys, gentle chuffs from the big cats, and greeting tours to list a few

helping wildlife the right way takes much more than a warm blanket and good intentions

Ring-Tailed Lemurs are known for their distinct face markings and alternating black and white loops on their tail, they also have incredible vocalizations

As the days grow longer and warmer, nature ushers in one of the most heartwarming times of the year: Baby Season!

we said goodbye to one of our red foxes, Jasper

Happy Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week! Here at Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary, the Human-Animal Bond (HAB) is the foundation of our daily work. Our mission is to provide a safe and secure environment for animals in need of rescue or rehabilitation, while conserving endangered and threatened species. Every time we open our gates to a majestic tiger, a rescued lion, or a vulnerable exotic cat, we are engaging in a human-animal relationship that is defined by trust, respe

Tin Cup’s story began in New Mexico, where fate led a small, fragile cub to the doorstep of a family after their dogs discovered him alone. A search ensued for his mother’s den, but she was never found. At that time,

Every year, on September 28, we observe World Rabies Day to highlight how crucial it is to understand and prevent rabies, and the global

Remember Padma, the gentle Bengal Tiger of Tiger Creek, and her playful days. Discover Padma's legacy and the joy she brought to our hearts.

Tigers are some of the most powerful and mysterious animals on the planet. At Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary, we care for several subspecies of tigers every day and yet even we are constantly learning new things about them! While most people know that tigers are big cats with orange fur and black stripes, there’s a lot more to them than meets the eye.