Cat Tales Wildlife Center, Wildlife sanctuary and zoological training center in Mead, Washington, United States
Cat Tales Wildlife Center is a rescue facility for native and exotic animals such as tigers, bears, wolves, and foxes housed in spacious enclosures. The facility allows visitors to observe animals from close distances and focuses on rescue, rehabilitation, and wildlife education.
Mike and Debbie Wyche opened Cat Tales in summer 1991 in the backyard of their Colbert home, spending $10,000 on cages for four big cats. Weekend public tours began in November 1991. Mike Wyche pleaded guilty in 1994 to federal charges over a cougar and false statements about the cats' source. He died on August 22, 2019.
Cat Tales began in the backyard of Mike and Debbie Wyche's Colbert home, where they spent $10,000 on cages for their four big cats. It opened to the public in summer 1991, with visitors signing waivers to enter the house. Weekend tours started that November, and the zoo became a field trip destination for Mead School District students.
Visitors can observe animals from a close but safe distance and participate in guided tours that explain wildlife rescue and animal care. It is helpful to wear comfortable shoes since the grounds are explored on foot.
The Cats of the World museum building displays exhibits documenting the habitats and behavior of large cats worldwide. This collection offers deeper insight into the specialized needs of these predators.
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