Our pledge is love, respect and sanctuary for life.

Come join our big cat family. Your donations are tax deductible. The Habitat is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization; EIN #65-0659177.

Contact us about volunteer opportunities and animal sponsorship.

TRAINING DEMONSTRATIONS Every Saturday and Sunday,rain or shine, during the winter season. Gate opens at 12:30 PM Demonstration starts at 1:30 PM

Call for Reservations:

(941) 371-6377

Available for large groups, company

picnics, etc. Fee: $12 for adults; $10 for seniors 65 and older; $5 for children 12 and under.

PRIVATE TOURS are available weekdays year round by appointment. Fee: $20 for adults and seniors; $10 for children 12 and under.

Call: (941) 371-6377.

Our location is 7101 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, Florida 34232.

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DIRECTIONS:
From the north: I-75 to Fruitville exit. West to first left on Cattlemen. One mile to left on Palmer Blvd. One mile on the left and you are here!

From the south: I-75 to Bee Ridge exit. West to first right on Cattlemen. Two miles to right on Palmer Blvd. One mile on the left.

 

Welcome to our Animal Sanctuary

Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary

is a non-profit safe haven for big cats, bears, and other animals in need. Founded by Kay Rosaire who enjoys more than 30 years of experience working with and caring for exotic animals. She began rescuing big cats in 1987. Our goal is to educate the public by fostering appreciation for animals and stressing the importance of habitat preservation.

Kay and Clayton with Conan

We thank the many people who attended our training demonstrations and gave generously for the support of our rescued lions and tigers.  Our regular weekend training demonstrations are over for the 2008 winter season.  Private tours are available year round by appointment only by calling: (941) 371-6377.   Training demonstations will be starting again in late fall.  The calendar will tell you when .

Tour days during July, August, September, and October are Thursday and Saturday each week. Gates open at 6:30 PM.  Donation: $20.00 for adults; $10.00 for children 12 and under.

Reservations are required: (941) 371-6377. No email reservations.

Parking is free.  Tickets available at the gate.
Proceeds benefit all the wonderful rescued animals at the Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary.

ANIMALS IN ACTION!

The Rosaires' special relationship with wild animals makes every demonstration thrilling to watch, with the opportunity to see the animals in a close encounter of the exotic kind! Be entertained by the individual personalities and characteristics of the animals. The Rosaire family's unique style of gentle handling, praise and treats encourages the natural behavior of the big cats.

Please check out the "Rosaire Movie" Documentary...