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About Us |
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Rocky Mountain Wildlife Conservation Center - now operating as “The Wild Animal Sanctuary”- is located just outside of Denver, CO and is a state and federally licensed zoological facility. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization (tax deductible) and operate with your donations and the help of very dedicated people who volunteer their time.
We have been rescuing exotic wildlife and endangered species since 1980, and are currently home to more than 155 Lions, Tigers, Bears, Jaguars, Leopards, Mountain Lions, Lynx, Bobcats, Servals, Wolves, and other wildlife.
The residents of our Wild Animal Sanctuary were abandoned, abused, illegally kept, or came from other terrible situations. The vast majority of our animals were so-called “pets” - and were confiscated by law enforcement officials - usually within the first six months of their lives. We also provide permanent refuge to surplus animals from zoos and other wildlife facilities, where they face euthanasia due to over-breeding.
How big is this problem?
Currently there are roughly 70 Accredited Sanctuaries in the United States. However, only 14 of those take in large exotic felines or bears. Our Sanctuary works closely with City, State, and Federal Agencies, to provide relief when they confiscate animals... but with over 30,000 large exotics living outside of our zoo system today - and hundreds of those being bred year after year - you can imagine the size of the problem we face.
In addition to the overpopulation and illegal ownership issues we face, there is a also a huge difference in how each Sanctuary cares for the animals they do save. Here at The Wild Animal Sanctuary, we have one of the most contemporary facilities in the nation - with multiple habitats ranging from 5-acres... to 25-acres. These amazing habitats offer unprecedented freedom, and natural living spaces for the animals we rescue.
However, no matter how hard we work to save captive wildlife, and how well we care for the ones that are lucky enough to get rescued… we can’t begin to do what’s necessary without your help. |
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How did these animals get into the wrong hands… and what can be done to stop this madness?
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Our extremely large habitats allow the animals to run free, and play with others of their own species. Tigers, and Bears love to swim in our natural lakes and ponds... |
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Our very unique 7,000 square foot temperature controlled round-house provides optimal care for the animals - and is used as a primary staging area for recent rescues and other animals that require special attention. |
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Our current facility is situated on 160 acres of rolling grassland - with additional areas under development.
Our Sanctuary was designed and built with a centralized round house located in the middle of all the habitats. This building provides a year-round temperature controlled environment - which can be vitally important during extreme weather situations.
The facility has a unique system of elevated cat-walks and observation platforms which allow people to view our rescued animals, enjoying their beautiful habitats. |
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Individuals and groups of animals have the ability to run free and swim in the Center’s lake - or play with their toys in our specially designed “Tiger Pool”.
“Jack, Jill, and Lilly” play for hours in the water, as do all of the other Tigers… Bears… and Jaguars... |
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Rocky Mountain Wildlife Conservation Center
Saving animals for over 28 years... |
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The Wild Animal Sanctuary 1946 WCR 53 Keenesburg, CO 80643 |
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· To prevent and alleviate cruelty to animals which are abandoned or that are subject to deprivation or neglect by providing care and boarding for such animals. |
