The horrendous conditions and practices of this “park” in Oklahoma are notorious as are the money-making schemes it employs with the exploitation of tiger cubs in hands-on exhibits and photo ops. The recent report from Inside Edition was the latest exposé on these so-called “exhibitions.” For this facility to ask for donations to build Tony a habitat demonstrates they are not prepared and not equipped to provide the proper home and care that Tony needs and deserves. There are accredited reputable humane big cat sanctuaries that stand ready to give Tony the home, care, life and respect he deserves. Tony has been exploited for eleven years as a roadside attraction at this truck stop. He is illegally owned and, as ruled by Judge Caldwell, the current permit must be revoked and no further permits can be issued. Still – Tony remains at the truck stop because of the ongoing appeals filed on behalf of his owner to retain him as long as possible. It is imperative that provisions for Tony be implemented to ensure he does not end up in this roadside zoo in Oklahoma. A sanctuary as defined by Federal Law: • Must be a non-profit entity that is tax exempt under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code • Cannot engage in commercial trade in big cat species, including their offspring, parts, and products made from them • Cannot breed big cats • Cannot allow direct contact between big cats and the public at their facilities • Must keep records of transactions involving covered cats • Must allow the Service to inspect their facilities, records, and animals at reasonable hours. Clearly G.W. Exotics does not comply with these regulations and we must continue to advocate on behalf of Tony for his release to a sanctuary that is humane, reputable and in compliance with the above stipulations.