TheBigCatSanctuary

Meet Kasanga, our majestic African lion 🦁✨ Affectionately known at the Sanctuary as our “Disney lion”, Kasanga turns heads with his stunning looks and regal presence, stealing the spotlight every time! Did you know a lion’s mane can grow up to 16cm long? It’s not just for show! Kasangas impressive mane helps him look larger and more intimidating to potential rivals in the wild. Book one of our experiences in our bio to come and see the king himself in all his glory! 👑 #Lion #TheBigCatSanctuary #BigCats #wildlifelover

🎉 Happy 8th Birthday to Willow, our cheetah! 🎉 Willow arrived at the Sanctuary in 2017 at around three months old! Since then she has become a popular girl on site. With her piercing eyes, beautiful spots, as well as her loud purrs, she definitely steals the spotlight 🥰 Join us and wish Willow a Happy Birthday in the comments below 👇 #TheBigCatSanctuary #Cheetahs #BigCats #Cats #Wildlife

🎉 Yesterday was Jua’s 13th Birthday 🎉 Jua received a scent-filled box placed up high, encouraging her to stretch those long legs and leap for it! The perfect birthday treat! 🎂 #TheBigCatSanctuary #cattok #serval #cat #birthday #wildanimals

Meet Rhys, our rescued Lynx! 🐾 Rhys joined us earlier this year from The Cat Survival Trust, where he faced euthanasia. Our dedicated teams stepped in, giving him a second chance and a permanent home at our sanctuary in Kent. 🙏 He's now settling in wonderfully, even shedding his winter coat for summer. We couldn’t be happier to have Eurasian Lynx back as part of our family. Rescues like Rhys's are only possible with your help. Become a member today via the link in bio and make a difference. ✨ 📍 International Lynx Day #rescue #lynx #eurasianlynx #thebigcatsanctuary #cats #Sanctuary #internationallynxday

💦 Baikal is taking a dip Tigers are one of the few big cats who are often seen lounging in pools of water to regulate their temperatures in the warmer weather! Tigers are strong swimmers and can cross rivers and other bodies of water easily. #TheBigCatSanctuary #Tiger #BigCat #Cat #Summer #Wildlife

🎉 Happy 8th Birthday, Neron the jaguar! 🎉 Today is Neron’s 8th birthday and we made him a meaty cake to celebrate! One of Neron’s favourite treats is a mixture of dog food and eggs, which we made sure to include for the perfect birthday cake! Wish Neron a Happy Birthday in the comments below 👇 #TheBigCatSanctuary #BigCats #Jaguar #Birthday #Wildlife

Big Tiger & Big Ice Lolly! 🐯🍦 Frozen blood lollies are a great way to keep our cats cool in the summer! Enrichment is a vital part of looking after these magnificent cats. Engaging our cats in different forms of enrichment and making them work for their food as they would in the wild, ensures their muscles stay strong and healthy! #TheBigCatSanctuary #Enrichment #Wildlife #BigCats #Tiger #Cats

Caught on the Cuddle Cam 📸 Our CCTV captured this wholesome moment of our white lioness pride all snuggled up for the night. These girls are the definition of sisterhood and the bond they have between them all is nothing short of adorable! Which sister is your favourite? Did you know you can now adopt our white lionesses individually by clicking the link in our bio! ⭐️ #Cats #TheBigCatSanctuary #BigCats #Lion #WhiteLion #Wildlife

Sunday Snoozes with Django 💤 Our CCTV caught the sweetest moment this weekend. Django, our mainland clouded leopard, fully embracing the art of relaxation. Just a cat, a quiet day, and a snooze 💛 #TheBigCatSanctuary #Cats #BigCats #cloudedleopard #Wildlife

🎉 Happy 13th Birthday to our Amur tiger, Amasia! 🎉 To celebrate Amasia’s birthday we gave her a big box which was sprayed with her favourite perfume: Red Door by @Elizabeth Arden Inc. Giving our cats perfume imitates the natural smells and pheromones they would come across in the wild! Wish Amasia a Happy Birthday in the comments below! 👇 #TheBigCatSanctuary #BigCat #Tiger #AmurTiger #Wildlife #Birthday

Vanda, our rescued lioness from Ukraine, just got a very special delivery… BOXES! 📦🦁 Who says cardboard boxes are just for house cats? Happy International Box Day! 😅🧡 #lions #internationalboxday #enrichment #welfare #bigcats

🐾 Meet Griffin, our caracal! 🐾 Notice Griffins beautiful black long tufts at the end of his ears! 👂 They are one of the most distinctive caracal characteristics. The actual function of these tufts is not known, although some speculate they may keeper insects or sunshine out their eyes, or even used to communicate with other caracals! ✨ #TheBigCatSanctuary #Caracal #Cat #Wildlife

🐟 It’s National Go Fishing Day 🐟 Today we’re celebrating national go fishing day with our rescued fishing cat, Boson! In the wild, fishing cats are unique hunters. They employ various strategies, including ambushing and diving! Even using their paws to scoop fish from the water which Boson is demonstrating perfectly! 💦 #TheBigCatSanctuary #FishingCat #Fishing #Cats #Wildlife