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Big Cats
A look at the suitability of exotic cats as pets.

Big Cat Pictures
Pictures of non domestic cats (Big Cats) submitted by visitors to this site - and information on how your exotic pet can be included.

Bengal Breed Profile
From About Cats, a profile of the bengal, a cat that is a hybrid of a domestic cat and the Asian leopard cat. Many people consider this breed, usually several generations removed from wild ancestors, to be a good subtitute for keeping wild cats as it retains a "wild" look but generally has a domestic cat personality.

Chausie Breed Profile
From About Cats, a profile of the chausie, a hybrid of the domestic cat and the jungle cat. These are described as big active cats that require a big commitment in time and attention.

Roy Horn and the White Tiger
About Cats Guide Franny Syufy discusses the incident that critically injured Roy Horn of "Siegfried and Roy," as well as the history of the magical partnership and their interest in white tiger and lion conservation.

Exotic Catz
Fairly detailed information on behavior, care, training, laws, and more for many large or exotic cats. Advocates private ownership of exotic cats.

A Few Thoughts on Bobcats
By Lynn Culver, covers a few of their natural behaviors as well as a brief section on housing bobcats.

Bobcats as Pets?
By Lynn Culver of the N.O.A.H. Feline Conservation Center, a thorough look at the characteristics of bobcats as pets.

General Requirements for Private Ownership
From Wild about Cats, a good page to look at for anyone who has wondered what would be involved in owning a large wild cat.

Hybrids - Big Cat Rescue
The downside of hybridization of domestic cats, with reference especially to Bengals, Savannahs, and Chausies.

Tiger Fact Sheet
Animal Centers of Excellence discusses the problem of "pet" tigers in the US.

Wild Cat Controversies
On the education page of the Sierra Endangered Cat Haven, some thought-provoking articles on keeping wild cats and more.