We have to remember that male lions don't live that long in the wild; 12 years, on average. So, Cameron is beating the odds, even for a lion in captivity. The older they get, the more prone to illnesses they become. It's very difficult to watch animals suffer, and cats will go for a long time before letting on that there's something wrong. It is heartbreaking to think of Cameron and Zabu separated for any amount of time. They've been together their entire lives! I will continue to pray for both of them, especially Cameron who seems to be ailing. Sending love to two of my favorite cats!🦁💕🐯
Male lions have to constantly fight to hold on to his pride and territory from other roaming males. they often get injured badly or even get killed. so in some odd way, lions get better life in inclosure situation as long as they are treated well.
Cameron:"Did you not miss me Zabu?" Zabu:"I don't like you're strange smell." A few moments later Zabu:" Welcome home I've missed you." : ) Cameron:"Me too."
I just read his bio page. You lost him on the exact same day we lost our Shadow, a 16 year old all black tomcat. Today, July 17, we lost our female cat, Kaitlyn, who was 15. She had asthma and wasn't responding to the meds, she stopped eating and this afternoon around 5:30, she suddenly went into a seizure. We rushed her to the vet, but she died in my wife's arms before we got to the vet. RIP Cameron, Shadow, and Kaitlyn. You left paw prints on our hearts.
I am so sorry for you and your wife that you guys have lost your beloved kitty cats!!! I am really really happy that they both had extraordinarily long lives and I know it was because you guys took such good care of them! I know the pain and loss ya'll are feeling very well because I lost my beloved dog, my Kira girl, a few months ago too and she was only nine years old. I hope you guys are hanging in there and I wish you both well.💖💖🐾🐾💖💖🐾🐾💕💕
I'm sad thinking about how Zabu will cope when, or if, Cameron does not come home next time :( I know ppl say be positive but it's still a heartbreaking thought
I wonder if I'll EVER stop missing these 2 wonderful beautiful cats? Makes my heart hurt watching these vids but also makes me happy they were here at BCR
They were so special. When my friend came down from PA, we went to BCR. He was able to see Cameron and Zabu. It wasn’t long after that Cameron passed on. I remember them sitting together out in the sunshine the first time I got to see them. I will never forget them❤️
It's so beautiful to see Cameron and that huge head of his and zebu just acting like an old married couple. I remember him and Joseph roaring at the end of the day with. Glad to see them again.
It's always great to see Cameron and Zabu together. Those majestic cats sure do love one another. And they still do across the "Rainbow Bridge"! Thank you for sharing this wonderful video!
+Bobbi Kuhn, Cameron is thin. He has always been a picky eater, but that has gotten worse recently. He also has the human equivalent of Lou Gherigs disease.
Maybe Cameron wanted another ride around the sanctuary. If he's been a bit blocked then that would make his lack of appetite even worse. Ugh Gassy...painful. Cameron we love you big boy, get well soon. Praying for the best.
I love all of you kind people that care for these Beautiful Cat's. I envy all of you. Beautiful area for them to move around and you people are so kind the way you talk to them. Wish I was there!
Lol he did have some drool coming out of his mouth with a leaf on the bottom of it lol it must've fallen off when Bu came to investigate his new haircut...I miss them both, they were so adorable 🐯🦁♥️
Get better soon big guy, we love you! God bless you and Zabu! as a woman it is difficult to see these beautiful cats sick that way! I love animals so much!
My cats always hiss at the cat who comes from the vet when he first comes back - they hate the medical smell. So that might be another reason Zabu isn't right there with Cam now.
@@DailyBigCat I'm sorry to hear that,😪 but you made a huge difference in his life. You took exceptional care of him. I hope his best friend is doing ok. I'm sure she missed him a lot when he passed. He had a peaceful end. I know all of you were broken hearted, too. I can tell how much you loved him. Thank you for letting me know. He was beautiful!!!
Aww Cameron, I feels for ya big buddy. I have complicated IBS/ GI issues and adopted a cat with food intolerancies. BTW people tend to forget that the smells of hospitals are hard enough on humans, it's so much worse for our super sensitive feline friends. I know the water alone just isn't the same. 😝 Hope you are feeling better big distance air hugs n hearts. 《♡》ive
Keeping a stuffed one on your bed would be fun but real ones belong in the wild. They don't belong in a cage. They don't have room to roam around like they should in the wild. I hope by the time you grow up there are laws to protect them in the wild and no more are in cages!
Maybe you can become a vet or technician and go to Africa to help watch over lions and tigers in the wild where they belong. I think that would be so cool to do if I weren't already so old.
check his mouth, teeth & throat for signs of infection or wounds of any kind. My cat had a bad tooth and almost starved ovr the tooth bothering him. They dont express pain very well but Cameron doesn't look good. He is already starving...
+The Servant, When Cameron had his exam, the vet did check his teeth, did blood work, x-rays and an ultrasound. There was no specific cause to be found for why he is not eating as much as he was. The vet put him on several medications which seem to be helping. He is eating better the last few days. He has been a picky eater for many years. The keepers offer meat of different kinds several times a day trying to get him to eat. He also has the human equivalent of Lou Gerhigs disease. He is almost 18 years old or (18x6=108) 108 in human years.
Thank you so much for your reply. The poor thing. God love him. He just doesn't look well & I pray he makes a full recovery from this. I dont know what Lou Gerhigs disease is or anything about it I wonder if some kind of multivitamins wouldn't prove beneficial in his case. Believe it or not, I got rid of gallstones with prayer & milk thistle vitamins and saved my gallstone so I know vitamins do work. It cant hurt in his situation.. maybe try adding some vitamins to his diet??? thx again
+LiSa MaRiE, Cameron is a very picky eater. The keepers come out several times a day with different offerings of meat to see what he is in the mood for that day. Somedays he eats well, and other days he doesn't. He is an 18 year old lion, and lions in the wild live 10-12 years so he is very old and is very picky! You can learn more about him at: bigcatrescue.org/Cameron
A lions mane is fueled by their testosterone which is put out by a lions testicles. No testicles means no more testosterone so the hair starts to fall out. www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2002/08/26/656758.htm#:~:text=Statistical%20analyses%20to%20compare%20the,dark%20and%20light%20maned%20males.
I don't use Facebook, is there somewhere else to get updates? I'm glad to hear his kidneys are okay, hoping the test results find something easily treatable and he'll make a quick recovery.
+Privacy Lover, you can go to the BCR website (www.bigcatrescue.org) and click on "News at BCR" You will find the updates and videos there. We are hoping for him to make a good recovery as well.
Aww poor thing I hope he gets better soon. But the same thing happens with regular cats. They get sick xD. I don't think I've had a pet that hasn't passed away from cancer or a tumor. I don't know if it's the food or what but we never know something's wrong until it's too late. How old is Cameron? He's been on this channel for a while so maybe it's just old age. Animals get weird when they get older xD. I hope he gets better and that Zabu is okay also.
+zoie mckeel, Cameron is 17. He will be 18 in October 2018. When he was examined by the vet it was determined he was constipated and started on medication to help him poop. He is doing better although has always been a picky eater at times.
+Vipin, Cameron lost his mane a few years ago when he was neutered. The mane of a lion is testosterone driven. Here is Cameron's story: bigcatrescue.org/Cameron
The enclosures are really big, it's impossible to show the entire area with one camrea shot There are many sections and curved walls for structural security
Cameron sure is showing his age. Although, with his tongue out, like that, he looks like a youngster, lol. Way too cute!! I hope, with all my heart, that he will be ok and that he isn't suffering in any way. Cats are way too good at hiding their suffering. I wonder, if the big cats wonder, why it is that you guys never give them chin scratches or belly rubs?
Potentially stupid question is stupid, but have you ever rescued a big cat that turned out to be pregnant just after you recovered her, or are all rescues already neutered/spayed ...?
+nigelft, that has never happened at BCR. When they arrive, if they arrive with another cat, they are separated until they are spayed or neutered. Most do not show up already fixed. BCR does not believe in breeding, so cats are never put in an enclosure with another cat unless or both is fixed.
DailyBigCat Thanks for that reply ... Silly ol' me conflated feral/stray domestic cats, whom are occasionly rescued being heavily pregnant, with their much larger cousins ...
nigelft There are other sanctuaries like the Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado that get pregnant lions or bears and they let them raise their cubs. I do think they spay them though. That place is huge and wonderful too.
+Rashanna Stephens, Cameron lion lost his mane when he was neutered because he was aggressive towards keepers and Zabu (a white tiger whom he had been raised with and they were quite bonded) when keepers would come around. When you take the testosterone away, the male lion loses his mane. It was decided it was better he lose his mane than be miserable trying to protect his soul mate. You can read his story at: bigcatrescue.org/Cameron
+Katie Giraffemittelbach, Cameron had an exam by the vet and was separated for the exam. They were reunited the next morning after he woke up from the exam and was stable enough to be released back into his enclosure.
+adnan naemaz, what you are seeing is what fits in an iphone screen. The cages for these cats start at 1800 sq feet/cage and go up from there. Each cat has multiple cages or "bubbles" so the cages are bigger than most peoples homes. Yet, we agree they should not be caged at all...but if born in captivity they can never go free. You can learn more about our cages and why these captive cats can never go free at: bigcatrescue.org/cages and bigcatrescue.org/gofree
You can learn all about our caging system at: BigCatRescue.org/cages. Watch these videos for more explanation: ruclips.net/video/YhHAEmoC_gE/видео.html ruclips.net/video/KrF0rRL5DHA/видео.html
+Kushal Singh, Cameron was neutered several years ago because he had become so aggressive towards the keepers who would come near Zabu. The male lion's mane is testosterone driven so when he was neutered, he lost his mane. He is much happier now though and that is what matters. Here is his story: bigcatrescue.org/Cameron
Why doesn’t “he” have a mane? As a normal male lion would. I guess could be malnutrition? I’ve never seen a male lion without a mane of hair. Really curious. Or is Cameron a “she?”
+Rogue Name, the mane is testosterone driven. When he was neutered, his mane gradually fell out. You can read his entire bio at: BigCatRescue.org/Cameron
+Petrosmalk, he is almost 18 years old (they only live to be 10-12 in the wild). 18x6=106 in human years. He has been a picky eater for years and had stopped eating. He also has the human equivalent of Lou Gehrigs disease. He had an exam by the vet, Dr. Justin Boorstein earlier this week. The keepers and the vet are doing everything they know to do to help him feel better.
I agree it is very sad. The Guatemala Circus boys, Max, Simba and Kimba lived in these for years in the circus before being rescued.....and were fed chicken feet for their diet. Needless to say since they were rescued, they are doing much better!
+Jim Clarke, Cameron and Zabu have a large enclosure of about 5,000 sq feet. While that is a large enclosure, big cats are not meant live out their lives in cages. However, if born in captivity, they can never go free and must spend the rest of their lives in cages. You can read more at: bigcatrescue.org/gofree, bigcatrescue.org/cages. You can help us end this abuse by making the Call of the Wild at BigCatAct.com.
Rashanna Stephens A lion’s mane is testosterone driven and Cameron got neutered after being too aggressive to the keepers. He originally just had a vasectomy to keep his mane and still be with Zabu but then he was getting too possessive of Zabu so either his balls went or he would be separated from Zabu. But hey they are now in Cat Heaven so maybe he has his mane there...
Why does BCR not believe in breeding? I understand speed breeding and intentionally breeding by humans is wrong but if the animals want to breed, they can breed. It is their natural instinct.
+AcidCorgi Draws, Big Cat Rescue does not believe in breeding because these captive cats can never go free. They belong in the wild. Why breed for a life in captivity? There is a lot of information at the following links. I encourage you to look them over. Reasons you might not have thought of before. BigCatRescue.org/gofree, BigCatRescue.org/breedingkills. The main reason people breed these cats in captivity is for cub petting to use the cubs for 4 weeks of their lives to then only sell them or give them away to live in back yards or basements the rest of their lives. CubTruth.com. We are working to stop the private ownership of these big cats and stop cub petting in the US by getting the Big Cat Public Safety Act passed. You can learn more about this at: BigCatAct.com
We have to remember that male lions don't live that long in the wild; 12 years, on average. So, Cameron is beating the odds, even for a lion in captivity. The older they get, the more prone to illnesses they become. It's very difficult to watch animals suffer, and cats will go for a long time before letting on that there's something wrong. It is heartbreaking to think of Cameron and Zabu separated for any amount of time. They've been together their entire lives! I will continue to pray for both of them, especially Cameron who seems to be ailing. Sending love to two of my favorite cats!🦁💕🐯
male ??? male and female
How old was Cameron in this video?
+icedwhite mocha, I believe Cameron was 17 in this video.
@@DailyBigCat 290 lbs is light for a male lion
Male lions have to constantly fight to hold on to his pride and territory from other roaming males. they often get injured badly or even get killed. so in some odd way, lions get better life in inclosure situation as long as they are treated well.
Aw, sweet Zabu with her chuffing. She really missed her man, that's for sure.
Amanda Nies the lion is a boy btw
Archie Outdoors She knows
thats what she said
Cameron:"Did you not miss me Zabu?" Zabu:"I don't like you're strange smell." A few moments later Zabu:" Welcome home I've missed you." : ) Cameron:"Me too."
And from the future we know how close Zabu was and the strength their relationship had.
19:00
It's sad now that they're gone, but it's nice seeing how happy they were together. Zabu chuffing when she saw him warmed my heart so much!
Thank you all !! ❤️🙏🏼✝️🕊🫶🏻Thank you Jesus ❤️🙏🏼✝️🫶🏻
I just read his bio page. You lost him on the exact same day we lost our Shadow, a 16 year old all black tomcat. Today, July 17, we lost our female cat, Kaitlyn, who was 15. She had asthma and wasn't responding to the meds, she stopped eating and this afternoon around 5:30, she suddenly went into a seizure. We rushed her to the vet, but she died in my wife's arms before we got to the vet. RIP Cameron, Shadow, and Kaitlyn. You left paw prints on our hearts.
I am so sorry for you and your wife that you guys have lost your beloved kitty cats!!! I am really really happy that they both had extraordinarily long lives and I know it was because you guys took such good care of them! I know the pain and loss ya'll are feeling very well because I lost my beloved dog, my Kira girl, a few months ago too and she was only nine years old. I hope you guys are hanging in there and I wish you both well.💖💖🐾🐾💖💖🐾🐾💕💕
Sending 🙏
I miss Cameron and Zabu but I’m happy they are together in Big Cat Heaven.
I'm sad thinking about how Zabu will cope when, or if, Cameron does not come home next time :( I know ppl say be positive but it's still a heartbreaking thought
she would actually cope way better then he would if she was gone, i can tell, plus they've said that before too
Jayne Eyre
How prophetic your words turned out to be.
Em-Jay Stnypt Sad that in the end she couldn’t cope as well as we thought.
I miss CamBu so much I can't get enough of them! Rest in Pardise King and Queen!
Wow until you see him next to humans you don't realize just how massive Cameron is!
Even without his mane and despite his age, Cameron always looks regal! At least that’s what I think.
I wonder if I'll EVER stop missing these 2 wonderful beautiful cats? Makes my heart hurt watching these vids but also makes me happy they were here at BCR
Isn't it ironic that wild animals are evoking humane reactions?
They were so special. When my friend came down from PA, we went to BCR. He was able to see Cameron and Zabu. It wasn’t long after that Cameron passed on. I remember them sitting together out in the sunshine the first time I got to see them. I will never forget them❤️
It's so beautiful to see Cameron and that huge head of his and zebu just acting like an old married couple. I remember him and Joseph roaring at the end of the day with. Glad to see them again.
It is nice to have videos/photos to see again for sure.
It's always great to see Cameron and Zabu together. Those majestic cats sure do love one another. And they still do across the "Rainbow Bridge"! Thank you for sharing this wonderful video!
So true!
rip cameron and zabu. may they find happiness in big cat heaven
They very beautiful both of them they need some 💘
I didn't know Cam was an older lion... he has to be here for Bubu!! My prayers are going to these beautiful cats and the staff!
Zambie Killer zabu
DbsLssj Broly bu and bubu are her nicknames
Poor Cam, getting old is so hard. 😢
He looks a little thin. What a beautiful boy. Prayers for him to feel better soon.
+Bobbi Kuhn, Cameron is thin. He has always been a picky eater, but that has gotten worse recently. He also has the human equivalent of Lou Gherigs disease.
@@DailyBigCat how are they doing now
Both Cameron and Zabu have passed away. Here are their stories: BigCatRescue.org/Cameron and BigCatRescue.org/Zabu
Cam Cam do get well soon. Wishing you speedy recovery.
Maybe Cameron wanted another ride around the sanctuary. If he's been a bit blocked then that would make his lack of appetite even worse. Ugh Gassy...painful. Cameron we love you big boy, get well soon. Praying for the best.
Aw, poor guy is so skinny. He's one tough cookie though, and still a very handsome boy.
I know you at BCR do the best you can to save him, but poor guy. I hope he has a happy life for as long as possible.
I love all of you kind people that care for these Beautiful Cat's. I envy all of you. Beautiful area for them to move around and you people are so kind the way you talk to them. Wish I was there!
Thank you so much!
God bless you Cameron, so happy you're back. Gws boy, lots of love to you.❤️🙏
I love u all so much, i give u all so much respect for all of your trouble❤️💗💕💘💗💞💞💝
2:09 Cameron almost looks like a tiger from this shot with the shadow of the cart beaming down on his back! LOL
Lol he did have some drool coming out of his mouth with a leaf on the bottom of it lol it must've fallen off when Bu came to investigate his new haircut...I miss them both, they were so adorable 🐯🦁♥️
i'm a big fan of BCR from Malaysia.I always pray for all the big cats here in BCR n the staffs always healthy and happy.i love all of you.
Zabu is the sweetest girl ive ever seen!
Get better soon big guy, we love you! God bless you and Zabu! as a woman it is difficult to see these beautiful cats sick that way! I love animals so much!
But look at you soaking up all that love and care. 😉
OH, TOO MUCH!! Sweet Reunion!! GOD BLESS THEM!
Zabu to Cameron: You look younger without your beard.
Thank all the gods that Cameron is still kicking!
REST IN PEACE CAMBU
Praying that Cameron heals soon
I think what people were mentioning attached to his mouth was just a leaf stuck on to a bit of drool. ^^; Many prayers for Cameron’s improved health!
so amazed with this team
Rip to both
I miss Cameron and Zabu
My cats always hiss at the cat who comes from the vet when he first comes back - they hate the medical smell. So that might be another reason Zabu isn't right there with Cam now.
I loooooooooooooooooove animal's alot.
So sad I didn’t get to know this dynamic duo. RIP. The Lord created you, and you’ll be enjoying life in HEAVEN 🌈 ☁️ ✝️
Yes, sadly they did pass away within only a few weeks of each other. They were quite bonded.
It would of been nice to hear Joseph roaring to welcome him back
Is Joseph still alive
No. Joseph has passed away. Here is his story: BigCatRescue.org/Joseph
Coming to see everyone in July
He was drooling
21:01 I kept hoping that dangling thing would drop off from Cameron's mouth/whiskers.
I’m super thrilled he’s ok
HAHA zabu was like.. "Ohh you are back... bye"..."heyyyy guys do you have any food for ME???" HAHA
This is 2/11/20. How is he doing now? I'm just seeing this video for the 1st time. He's beautiful!!! You can't help but love these beautiful cats!!!❤
+Pamela Hicks, Cameron Lion passed away last year. You can read more about him at: BigCatRescue.org/Cameron
@@DailyBigCat I'm sorry to hear that,😪 but you made a huge difference in his life. You took exceptional care of him. I hope his best friend is doing ok. I'm sure she missed him a lot when he passed. He had a peaceful end. I know all of you were broken hearted, too. I can tell how much you loved him. Thank you for letting me know. He was beautiful!!!
Aww Cameron, I feels for ya big buddy. I have complicated IBS/ GI issues and adopted a cat with food intolerancies. BTW people tend to forget that the smells of hospitals are hard enough on humans, it's so much worse for our super sensitive feline friends. I know the water alone just isn't the same. 😝 Hope you are feeling better big distance air hugs n hearts. 《♡》ive
When grow up I’m 11 years old I’ll keep a lion and tiger
Keeping a stuffed one on your bed would be fun but real ones belong in the wild. They don't belong in a cage. They don't have room to roam around like they should in the wild. I hope by the time you grow up there are laws to protect them in the wild and no more are in cages!
Maybe you can become a vet or technician and go to Africa to help watch over lions and tigers in the wild where they belong. I think that would be so cool to do if I weren't already so old.
check his mouth, teeth & throat for signs of infection or wounds of any kind. My cat had a bad tooth and almost starved ovr the tooth bothering him. They dont express pain very well but Cameron doesn't look good. He is already starving...
+The Servant, When Cameron had his exam, the vet did check his teeth, did blood work, x-rays and an ultrasound. There was no specific cause to be found for why he is not eating as much as he was. The vet put him on several medications which seem to be helping. He is eating better the last few days. He has been a picky eater for many years. The keepers offer meat of different kinds several times a day trying to get him to eat. He also has the human equivalent of Lou Gerhigs disease. He is almost 18 years old or (18x6=108) 108 in human years.
Thank you so much for your reply. The poor thing. God love him. He just doesn't look well & I pray he makes a full recovery from this. I dont know what Lou Gerhigs disease is or anything about it I wonder if some kind of multivitamins wouldn't prove beneficial in his case. Believe it or not, I got rid of gallstones with prayer & milk thistle vitamins and saved my gallstone so I know vitamins do work. It cant hurt in his situation.. maybe try adding some vitamins to his diet??? thx again
The Servant Do you remember Steven Hawkins? The scientist who was in a wheelchair and couldn't talk. He had Lou Gerhigs disease (ALS).
those fences look flimsy to me. I guess I should put my glasses on.
+Martin Ruddell, the cages are quite strong. Strong enough to withstand hurricanes. You can learn more at BigCatRescue.org/cages
It’s so heartbreaking to see his spine, poor cam! I pray he’s doing better! 🙏🏽
+LiSa MaRiE, Cameron is a very picky eater. The keepers come out several times a day with different offerings of meat to see what he is in the mood for that day. Somedays he eats well, and other days he doesn't. He is an 18 year old lion, and lions in the wild live 10-12 years so he is very old and is very picky! You can learn more about him at: bigcatrescue.org/Cameron
My name is Cameron 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
lmao at this cat ladies’ club.
Rejoice, rejoice you’ve come home to me. I missed you.
Thanks for watching!
So if you neutered him what does that have to do with his main
A lions mane is fueled by their testosterone which is put out by a lions testicles. No testicles means no more testosterone so the hair starts to fall out. www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2002/08/26/656758.htm#:~:text=Statistical%20analyses%20to%20compare%20the,dark%20and%20light%20maned%20males.
Will adding Mint to his bloodsicle help with the gas?🤔
He's giving you guys a cold shoulder. That's what he thinks of this vet visit
Zabu's a gal and a cat so yeah, that was expected lol!
24:03 BOOP
What was the yellow strap for ?
Those are ratchet straps. It is another layer of security for the transport doors.
I don't use Facebook, is there somewhere else to get updates? I'm glad to hear his kidneys are okay, hoping the test results find something easily treatable and he'll make a quick recovery.
+Privacy Lover, you can go to the BCR website (www.bigcatrescue.org) and click on "News at BCR" You will find the updates and videos there.
We are hoping for him to make a good recovery as well.
DailyBigCat Thanks! I didn't know the updates on current things were there as well.
So zabu unites with her man at 24:10🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
Aww poor thing I hope he gets better soon. But the same thing happens with regular cats. They get sick xD. I don't think I've had a pet that hasn't passed away from cancer or a tumor. I don't know if it's the food or what but we never know something's wrong until it's too late. How old is Cameron? He's been on this channel for a while so maybe it's just old age. Animals get weird when they get older xD. I hope he gets better and that Zabu is okay also.
+zoie mckeel, Cameron is 17. He will be 18 in October 2018. When he was examined by the vet it was determined he was constipated and started on medication to help him poop. He is doing better although has always been a picky eater at times.
Yay that's good glad he's getting better
Cameron is so sweet looking and his partner in crime zabu is checking him out. There is something hanging out his mouth we can all see it Brittany
They were a very sweet couple!
How old were they when they both passed away and how did they die?
You can read their bios with all that information at BigCatRescue.org/Cameron and BigCatRescue.org/Zabu
Where is his manes
+Vipin, Cameron lost his mane a few years ago when he was neutered. The mane of a lion is testosterone driven. Here is Cameron's story: bigcatrescue.org/Cameron
DailyBigCat
Thanks bro
Where they run it doesn’t look big enough ?
The enclosures are really big, it's impossible to show the entire area with one camrea shot
There are many sections and curved walls for structural security
How is Keisha?
+Anne Hunt, she is being monitored and watched closely by her keepers and the vet team. They are taking it day by day.
I feel sorry for Cameron I think he wanted more of a ride
Cameron sure is showing his age. Although, with his tongue out, like that, he looks like a youngster, lol. Way too cute!!
I hope, with all my heart, that he will be ok and that he isn't suffering in any way. Cats are way too good at hiding their suffering.
I wonder, if the big cats wonder, why it is that you guys never give them chin scratches or belly rubs?
+purrrrson, bigcatrescue.org/dont-they-miss-being-petted/
Big cats are not meant to be petted.
Scratch his chin and you could draw back a nub. I know what you mean though, it's definitely an urge I sometimes have.
Why doesn't the lion have a mane?
+Katrina Cade, the mane of a lion is testosterone driven. You can read why Cameron lost his mane by reading his bio at : BigCatRescue.org/Cameron
Potentially stupid question is stupid, but have you ever rescued a big cat that turned out to be pregnant just after you recovered her, or are all rescues already neutered/spayed ...?
+nigelft, that has never happened at BCR. When they arrive, if they arrive with another cat, they are separated until they are spayed or neutered. Most do not show up already fixed. BCR does not believe in breeding, so cats are never put in an enclosure with another cat unless or both is fixed.
DailyBigCat
Thanks for that reply ...
Silly ol' me conflated feral/stray domestic cats, whom are occasionly rescued being heavily pregnant, with their much larger cousins ...
nigelft There are other sanctuaries like the Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado that get pregnant lions or bears and they let them raise their cubs. I do think they spay them though. That place is huge and wonderful too.
That's not a stupid question at all, I've watched a couple videos where big cats were pregnant at the time of their rescue ☺
Was this our King Joseph in the background?
I believe it was.
Did you say he received medication for nausea? I hope so.
+AbbieJolieC, Cameron got several new medications for his stomach and his constipation. He is doing much better.
Yea!
i really like seeing women handling all these.
why mane of cameron shaves...lol. zabu didnt notice
Cameron was neutered and the mane is testosterone driven. You can read more on his bio page at BigCatRescue.org/Cameron.
Did Cameron and Zabu ever attempt to mate even though they were both neutered/spayed?
They would snuggle alot but not that I know of.
Or did they shave his main
+Rashanna Stephens, Cameron lion lost his mane when he was neutered because he was aggressive towards keepers and Zabu (a white tiger whom he had been raised with and they were quite bonded) when keepers would come around. When you take the testosterone away, the male lion loses his mane. It was decided it was better he lose his mane than be miserable trying to protect his soul mate. You can read his story at: bigcatrescue.org/Cameron
Would you kindly release another version of this video with the SOUND ON?
+Deborah Bircan, this version does have sound. You might try opening in a different browser.
I have sound. I think the issue might be on your end! I hope it works out, for you, and you are able to correct the problem!
Why does he not have a mane, if it is a boy?
+J.N., www.bigcatrescue.org/Cameron
Why was Cameron separated from zabu
+Katie Giraffemittelbach, Cameron had an exam by the vet and was separated for the exam. They were reunited the next morning after he woke up from the exam and was stable enough to be released back into his enclosure.
I hope Zabu doesn't get pneumonia.Getting water in the lungs is serious for humans. I imagine it's bad for tigers also.
Why does Cameron look incredibly thin?
+Lirael Nix, he has always been a picky eater and has the human equivalent of Lou Gerighs disease. Recently he has been more picky.
+DailyBigCat
Praying that he gets better for y'all
He's extremely old.
I know you are a private rescue org and funds can be an issue...but don’t you feel like the enclosures are a bit small??? Just wondering
+adnan naemaz, what you are seeing is what fits in an iphone screen. The cages for these cats start at 1800 sq feet/cage and go up from there. Each cat has multiple cages or "bubbles" so the cages are bigger than most peoples homes. Yet, we agree they should not be caged at all...but if born in captivity they can never go free. You can learn more about our cages and why these captive cats can never go free at: bigcatrescue.org/cages and bigcatrescue.org/gofree
Why do you guys don't like breeding at bcr?
+Yara, www.bigcatrescue.org/breedingkills
Those fences don’t look too secure to me.
You can learn all about our caging system at: BigCatRescue.org/cages. Watch these videos for more explanation:
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why is his mane missing?
+Kushal Singh, Cameron was neutered several years ago because he had become so aggressive towards the keepers who would come near Zabu. The male lion's mane is testosterone driven so when he was neutered, he lost his mane. He is much happier now though and that is what matters. Here is his story: bigcatrescue.org/Cameron
Oh, I saw, it was a hard decision but the right one. Nice to know that he is happy now and thnx for the info. U all r doing a commendable job.
Why doesn’t “he” have a mane? As a normal male lion would. I guess could be malnutrition? I’ve never seen a male lion without a mane of hair. Really curious.
Or is Cameron a “she?”
+Rogue Name, the mane is testosterone driven. When he was neutered, his mane gradually fell out. You can read his entire bio at: BigCatRescue.org/Cameron
I know that it's common for white cats with blue eyes to be deaf, but I don't know if that probability is present in big cats
The lion looks ill.
+Petrosmalk, he is almost 18 years old (they only live to be 10-12 in the wild). 18x6=106 in human years. He has been a picky eater for years and had stopped eating. He also has the human equivalent of Lou Gehrigs disease. He had an exam by the vet, Dr. Justin Boorstein earlier this week. The keepers and the vet are doing everything they know to do to help him feel better.
Sad to think that circus animals probably live in those cages you use for transportation from vet to home.
I agree it is very sad. The Guatemala Circus boys, Max, Simba and Kimba lived in these for years in the circus before being rescued.....and were fed chicken feet for their diet. Needless to say since they were rescued, they are doing much better!
Lion looks unhappy, needs bigger place
+Jim Clarke, Cameron and Zabu have a large enclosure of about 5,000 sq feet. While that is a large enclosure, big cats are not meant live out their lives in cages. However, if born in captivity, they can never go free and must spend the rest of their lives in cages. You can read more at: bigcatrescue.org/gofree, bigcatrescue.org/cages. You can help us end this abuse by making the Call of the Wild at BigCatAct.com.
He's just old and tired from the vet appointment.
I thought the lions withought a main were girl
Rashanna Stephens A lion’s mane is testosterone driven and Cameron got neutered after being too aggressive to the keepers. He originally just had a vasectomy to keep his mane and still be with Zabu but then he was getting too possessive of Zabu so either his balls went or he would be separated from Zabu. But hey they are now in Cat Heaven so maybe he has his mane there...
Why does BCR not believe in breeding? I understand speed breeding and intentionally breeding by humans is wrong but if the animals want to breed, they can breed. It is their natural instinct.
+AcidCorgi Draws, Big Cat Rescue does not believe in breeding because these captive cats can never go free. They belong in the wild. Why breed for a life in captivity? There is a lot of information at the following links. I encourage you to look them over. Reasons you might not have thought of before. BigCatRescue.org/gofree, BigCatRescue.org/breedingkills. The main reason people breed these cats in captivity is for cub petting to use the cubs for 4 weeks of their lives to then only sell them or give them away to live in back yards or basements the rest of their lives. CubTruth.com. We are working to stop the private ownership of these big cats and stop cub petting in the US by getting the Big Cat Public Safety Act passed. You can learn more about this at: BigCatAct.com
I highly appreciate what BCR is doing for these cats.