PrideRock Wildlife Refuge

The PrideRock mission

Big cats were never intended to be pets, as that term is commonly used, and often attempting that endeavor ends in tragedy for either the owner, the cat, or both.

The PrideRock Mission is to prevent cruelty to animals by keeping a solemn promise we make to each animal that is accepted, that this will be their final and permanent home for the remainder of their lives.  A committment that has long term economic and personal implications. Then as part of the mission, PrideRock Wildlife Refuge creates species-appropriate enclosures with enrichment and recreational areas for its residents, with each animal being given specific diets and nutritional provisions as well as veterinary care. This enables PrideRock to provide many educational opportunities for the public, such as summer internships for college students, a platform for the implementation of projects by groups such as the Boy Scouts, Wildlife Society members, and volunteers in general who spread the word about the plight of exotic animals in captivity.

In order to learn more about the magnificent animals who currently call PrideRock home, go to the PrideRock Cats! page, or if you would like to pay respects to the animals that are no longer with us, visit our Memorial Page.

Also, if you like beautiful photographs of magnificent animals, be sure and visit the PrideRock Art Gallery featuring the photographic art works of Jody Tallal. Mr. Tallal has agreed to contribute all net proceeds of any purchase you make through the gallery to PrideRock as a donation in your name so that you can receive a tax deduction for your donation. So please feel free to visit the PrideRock Gallery often.