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WE ARE HOPE
When we are too old to do tricks
When we just can’t do what we used to
When they expect us to jump through
Fired hoops and we can’t
When it costs more to feed us
Than we apparently earn
When our expendability becomes obvious
When it seems no one wants us
THERE IS HOPE
When we mature
When we grow and become
What we were destined to be
When we are more than just a cute cuddly kitten
When we outgrow our little pen
And outstay our welcome
When we eat more than our owners are prepared to offer
When our playfulness is perceived as dangerous
When our neighbors complain
Our pens need cleaned
Our water changed
When it seems no one wants us
THERE IS HOPE
When we are battered and abused
When we are afraid and wary
When we are poked and prodded
When we lie in our own filth
When we have no room to move about
And no will to live
When we are hated until we hate
When sadness and desperation fill our days and hearts
When it seems no one wants us
THERE IS HOPE
By P.B.
WE ARE THE HOPE. We open our hearts to the unwanted and mistreated. We care for those who can not care for themselves. We speak for those who can not form words. We educate in an effort to prevent more pain and suffering. We help people see that the animals are not to blame.
They are the victims of ignorance and greed. We take all the animals that we can, but their needs and numbers continue to overwhelm us. If it wasn’t for the help of caring individuals, we could never keep up with the demand for our assistance. Although we get no government funds or business sponsorships, individuals aid our cause by donating food, building materials, and funds. If you or someone you know wishes to help give hope, please contact us.
We can not continue our efforts without help from the public. The animals need generous people, like you, to help provide food, large enclosures, enrichment, and veterinarian care.
T&D’s receives animals in need from private individuals, government agencies, zoos, and other refuge organizations. We provide a permanent home for these animals and open each summer to share their beauty with you. Nearly 300 abused, mistreated, or unwanted animals call T&D’s home, including 50 felines (lions, tigers, cougars, leopards, bobcats, servals, and lynx). Other animals- bears, fox, deer, coyotes, wolf-dogs, raccoons, primates, parrots, and others – have also found their way to T&D’s. Visit Us.
T&D’s is fully licensed by the state and federal governments to house and exhibit wildlife. Professional animal care is provided by the Mattive family and dedicated veterinarians at the onsite medical building.
T&D’s is not funded by the government. The care of the animals is made possible in part by private contributions. T&D’s does not breed, buy, or sell exotic wildlife. Learn more about funding here.
T&D’s strives to provide large enclosures for the animals in our care. You will find tigers cooling off in the pond within their two acre exercise area, lions lounging in an acre exhibit, and bears wandering about their acre enclosure. Catch a glimpse of the wolves in their acre enclosure or the coyotes playing “King of the Hill” in their 1/2 acre enclosure. We continue to provide larger and new enclosures for the animals when funds allow. Donations accepted to help defray the cost of materials. See photos and learn more about the homes that T&D’s animals live in here.
Besides providing room to run, T&D’s also believes in enriching the animals lives. As you walk around, you may see balls, tires, ropes, and other items provided for the animals enjoyment. More examples of animal enrichment here.
Diet is also extremely important. The carnivores eat over 12,000 pounds of meat each and every month! This is equivalent to 10-12 cows! Each lion and each tiger needs 30-40 pounds (and sometimes up to 100 pounds) of meat every day. Click here to learn more about animal care.
UPDATE: T&D’s is open for visitors, however, everyone (over the age of 2 – CDC guidelines) must wear a mask during your entire visit (even outdoors) and social distance. We have different requirements because of the animals. There are still many unknowns about what species of animals are able to get COVID-19 from people. By wearing a mask, it helps to protect the animals.
Due to the various backgrounds of the animals at T&D’s and our belief that animals should not be exploited, our facility is only scheduled open for visitors to enjoy and learn about the animals approximately 40 days a year. We also realize that education is important and therefore, we also open for groups during the week during the late spring and summer seasons.
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU VISIT T&D’S
You will be walking on a gravel/grass path throughout a mostly wooded area. There are no hills and several benches located along the path for your use. We also have a picnic area that you are welcome to use. We sell cold drinks and ice cream in Howls and Growls, our gift shop. So…bring a lunch, use the picnic area, and RELAX! Closed toe walking shoes (sneakers) are preferred. Wheelchairs will work with a little effort. Electric wheelchairs are best. (Sorry, we do not have any wheelchairs to use.)
For your safety, we will not open during thunderstorms nor do we allow umbrellas.
In order to insure the safety of these rescued animals, we expect all visitors to follow these rules:
No Running (walking feet only).
No Climbing on gates or fences.
No Teasing the animals (which includes making noises – no growling, barking, whistling, etc.).
No Throwing things at the animals or their enclosures.
No Smoking (smoking in the parking lot is allowed).
No Umbrellas (some of the animals are afraid of them).
No Pets allowed.
ADMISSION TO MAIN FACILITY – $10.00 per person (ages 3 and over)
ADMISSION TO AVIARY – $5.00 (ages 3 and over) – Temporarily Closed!
ONLY CASH ACCEPTED FOR ADMISSION FEES
T&D’s welcomes you to visit the animals during the following days:
MAY
Saturdays and Sundays – Noon – 6:00pm, (gates close at 5:00pm).**Aviary will be open. Hours to be determined. Additional admission fee to see aviary.**
School groups only by appointment during the week.
JUNE, JULY, & AUGUST
Saturdays and Sundays – Noon – 6:00pm, (gates close at 5:00pm).**Aviary will be open. Hours to be determined. Additional admission fee to see aviary.**
Monday & Tuesday – closed
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday – Guided tours offered two times each day. First tour at 10:00am & second tour at 2:00pm.
You must go on a guided tour during the week. Guided walking tours last about an 1 hour and 20 minutes. It is all walking and outdoors. Once the tour is over, you may NOT go through on your own. Please arrive a few minutes early since tours do start on time and once the tour is started the guide is unable to leave the group to gather late comers.
SEPTEMBER
Saturdays and Sundays – Noon – 4:00pm.**Aviary will be open. Hours to be determined. Additional admission fee to see aviary.**
During September, you must go on a guided tour. Tours will start every 1/2 hour. First tour at 12:30 and last tour at 4:00. Tours will last a little over an hour.
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DIRECTIONS
T&D’s Cats of the World is located in Snyder County, PA just a mile outside of the village of Penns Creek. We are 50 miles north of Harrisburg, 40 miles south of Williamsport, 50 miles east of State College, and 40 miles west of Bloomsburg.
We are between Middleburg and Mifflinburg off of Route 104 on a PA map. Turn onto Troxelville Road, go one mile, our sign is on the left, turn right at sign onto Mountain Road, and continue a half mile, we are on the left.
FROM BLOOMSBURG (approximately one hour)
Take I80 west to Lewisburg exit (Route 15 south). You will go through several red lights. Turn right onto Route 45 West. Route 45 is located at the red light with Kentucky Fried Chicken and Taco Bell. Go 9 miles to Mifflinburg. At the west side of Mifflinburg, turn left onto Route 104 (Amy’s Frosty Freeze and car lot on corner). Go 4 miles to Penns Creek. At the last intersection in Penns Creek, turn right on to Troxelville Road. Go 1 mile. Turn right on Mountain Road. T&D’s is a 1/2 mile on your left.
OR (approximately one hour)
Take Route 11 south to Selinsgrove. As you enter Selinsgrove, turn right on to Route 522 to Middleburg. At the only red light in Middleburg, go straight. You are now on Route 104 North. Go 5 miles to Penns Creek. At the first intersection in Penns Creek, turn left onto Troxelville Road. Go 1 mile. Turn right on Mountain Road. T&D’s is a 1/2 mile on your left.
FROM WILLIAMSPORT (approximately one hour)
Take Route 15 south to Lewisburg. You will go through several red lights. Turn right onto Route 45 west. Route 45 west is located at the red light with Kentucky Fried Chicken and Taco Bell. Go 9 miles to Mifflinburg. At the west side of Mifflinburg, turn left onto Route 104 (Amy’s Frosty Freeze and car lot on corner). Go 4 miles to Penns Creek. At the last intersection in Penns Creek, turn right on to Troxelville Road. Go 1 mile. Turn right on to Mountain Road. T&D’s is a 1/2 mile on your left.
FROM STATE COLLEGE (approximately one hour)
Take Route 322 east to Route 45 east. Go 40 miles to Mifflinburg. Turn right on to Route 104 (Amy’s Frosty Freeze and car lot on corner). Go 4 miles to Penns Creek. At the last intersection in Penns Creek, turn right on to Troxelville Road. Go 1 mile. Turn right on Mountain Road. T&D’s is a 1/2 mile on your left.
OR (approximately 1 & 1/2 hours)
Take I80 east to Lewisburg exit (Route 15 south). Take Route 15 south to Lewisburg. You will go through several red lights. Turn right onto Route 45 west. Route 45 west is located at the red light with Kentucky Fried Chicken and Taco Bell. Go 9 miles to Mifflinburg. At the west side of Mifflinburg, turn left onto Route 104 (Amy’s Frosty Freeze and car lot on corner). Go 4 miles to Penns Creek. At the last intersection in Penns Creek, turn right on to Troxelville Road. Go 1 mile. Turn right on Mountain Road. T&D’s is a 1/2 mile on your left.
FROM HARRISBURG (approximately one hour)
Take Routes 11/15 north. About 2 miles north of the town of Liverpool, turn left on to Route 104. Follow 104 north to Penns Creek (approximately 20 miles). At the first intersection in Penns Creek, turn left onto Troxelville Road. Go 1 mile. Turn right on Mountain Road. T&D’s is a 1/2 mile on your left.
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T&D’s Cats of the World – Wild Animal Refuge
P.O. Box 186, 363 Mountain Road,
Penns Creek, PA 17862
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