Worcester nature reserve donation scratched after probe launched into burnt, ‘illegally kept’ lions

The SA Predator Association has halted its plan to donate three lions to the Fairy Glen Nature Reserve in Worcester.

The National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals went to the Fairy Glen Nature Reserve in Worcester, Western Cape to assist three illegally kept lions, two lionesses and one male lion, which were severely burnt during wildfires in the area.

The NSPCA is finalising its investigations into possible animal cruelty, which may result in charges being laid. An ongoing investigation is also being conducted by the provincial authority CapeNature.The three lions — one male and two females — suffered severe burns to their paws, eyes, mouths and chests, which led to secondary infections.

A devastating sight was the male lion keeping his hind paw in a dirty water trough, in a desperate attempt to relieve his immense pain, while being unable to stand or move around. The NSPCA found that the veterinary treatment Fairy Glen procured for the lions was “highly questionable” as they should have gone straight into intensive care, but instead had been left to suffer.

“Sapa offered to donate when we heard the news of the lions that had to be euthanised after the fire. The donation cannot happen if all welfare and regulations have not been met. They stated, “This case of severe neglect and abuse in addition to the absence of all necessary permits demonstrates, once again, that the commercial interests of the captive predator industry exceed any animal-welfare, ethical and even legal aspects of lion ownership. Unfortunately, this is also not the first case of severe abuse of predators and legal contraventions taking place in captive facilities.

“Behind the scenes, big cats are often exploited in South Africa, with the public being ignorant about the realities of suffering and distress experienced by these animals — this is the message that we want and need to convey.”

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