Comments on: A Canadian Lynx as an Indoor Pet?

By: Kimberly

Kimberly — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 03:38:50 +0000

Hi Tim…

I’m not sure – maybe someone will respond on this thread to you – so I’ve approved your comment!

Kimberly

By: tim

tim — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 22:44:08 +0000

hi i am looking for a lynx kitten i have done all the necessay research and haviing a lynx as a pet in my area is legal without permits. where can i find one i am willing to spend any amount.

By: marc sefick

marc sefick — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:50:37 +0000

you can’t even expect HUMANS to be responsible! if so we’d have few abortions, little poverty, and no war…

By: Kimberly

Kimberly — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:27:04 +0000

Hi Erik!

Actually, I didn’t raise this animal – my girlfriend did in Mississippi!

Wow – you left us with some stellar information – thank you…come on back anytime!

Kimberly

By: Erik

Erik — Sat, 15 May 2010 21:24:59 +0000

I commend your accomplishments with raising such a great animal. I agree that lynxes are NOT for everyone. In fact, only a few are patient and knowledgeable enough to take on such a responsiblity. I am in the process of getting my class 2 license in the state of Florida to own a Eurasian / Siberian Lynx. there are two clarificaitons I would like to make with regard to your article, however:
1. Savannah Cats often require licenses, or are illegal, in some states. Georgia, for example, disallows anything from Order Carnivora below F-17. The DNR will immediately confiscate and euthanize anything they find in that Order, in captivity. It’s a shame, but that is one of the reasons I moved to Florida. So, as with any other exotic, do your research before purchasing.
2. I am also a supporter of rescue initiatives and organizations. However, Big Cat Rescue is a SCAM! They have been investigated by network news affiliates quite a few times, and what they uncovered about the origin of their cats was shocking! They have been buying cats from breeders while touting themselves as a non-profit rescue facility. They have been under investigation for a while and currently won’t allow pictures/video/media on the property for that reason. I took a “tour” of the facility and their cages were a mess and all they do is lecture about how irresponsible exotic pet ownership is. They even give discriptions of rescues that allegedly took place with certain cats that have been revealed by the media as purchased by them from breeders!!! I’d recommend checking the news reports on youtube before supporting this organization.
There are currently other facilities I’d recommend if your are looking to support the humane rescue of cats. Take a trip to Panther Ridge in Wellington, FL – you’ll see the difference!
Also, if there is anyone who is in need of rescue from a domestic lynx, then I’ll help you out also. Just email me for any advice – edisomma@hotmail.com.

Erik

By: Kimberly

Kimberly — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:21:11 +0000

Hello Karen…

I’m not sure about the by-laws in Aussie about this sort of pet – I’m sure they’re pretty strict!

Yes, Snaggletooth is amazing, isn’t he? Such a beauty!

What part of Aussie are you in? I used to live in Perth…

Kimberly

By: Karen

Karen — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:58:52 +0000

Wow! Snaggletooth is absolutely amazing. I didn’t even realise such a pet was possible (& in Australia, still may not be). I’m already up to pussy’s bow with little furry family members – but what am amazing idea to potentially entertain for the future.

By: Matthew

Matthew — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 23:51:36 +0000

I was just wondering where the best place to purchase a lynx from would be. I am fairly new to all of this and I don’t know who to contact. Would it be better to get it from a breeder or a rescue organization? Any pointers in the right direction would be greatly appreciated!

By: annette l mcculloch

annette l mcculloch — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 05:40:48 +0000

I have been looking for a lynx to adopt any suggestions, with a kind disposition.

By: dean

dean — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 02:00:25 +0000

Hi where are you thinking of starting an animal refuge?