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Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary

7101 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 371-6377
Ranked #20 of 62 attractions in Sarasota
4.0 of 5 stars 57 Reviews
Type: Zoos
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

They said they had a great show, the show was all these little animals and the tiger was last and it was a few minutes, we were very disappointed in the show. More

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Sarasota, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

I don't usually like to see animals in cages, however, the people at Big Cat Habitat are taking care of sick or unwanted animals, and their cages aren't that bad! The animals, of course, are gorgeous and I loved visiting there. If I had more money I would donate lots to them! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

This modest facility rehabilitates "used" predator circus cats, bears, etc. The presentations are truly up close and interesting, however the facility is quite modest. More

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Sarasosta
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012
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We went as a family via a Groupon deal (though) the regular admission is reasonable. You can get VERY close to the animals here, whether they are caged, or running amok. Sometimes, a little too close. When we went, we had our 15 month old grandson along. We went up to a cage on wheels that had a 6 month... More

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Hopkinton, New Hampshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

We where all in complete amazement as we watched the trainers and presents work with these great cats. Although the act was a bit corney at times, and the environment not the most comfortable the experience was really great! More

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Venice, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012
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The tireless volunteers should be commended for their efforts to aid these beautiful animals. Such love and dedication to aid these rescued former 'pets' and provide them with a safe and normal existence. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

Lots of fun and informative. A good variety of animals and acts. I have never been this close to tigers in my life. Careful sometimes they squirt. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012
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wonderful facility that rescues and cares for injured wild life big cats - tigers, lions, etc - escorted tour very informative - well worth the visit and nice to know your admission price helps this endeavor to rescue these beautiful animals More

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Sarasota, FL USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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How often does one see tigers, lions, ligers (yep! a cross between a lion and a tiger that never occurs in nature because they originate from different continents), monkeys and trained pigs, in a one-ring circus format? And have the opportunity to see the animals close-up before the show? The Rosaire Family has done a remarkable job of rescuing and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

There's more than cats here. The cats are bigger than I thought they would be. Magnificent lions, tigers, bears, parrots, etc. More

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