Carolina Tiger Rescue, formerly the Carnivore Preservation Trust, is a 501(c)3 nonprofit wildlife sanctuary whose mission is saving and protecting wild cats in captivity and in the wild.






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Feeding with a Keeper

Participants learn the types of food that carnivores consume, their dietary needs, and how animal keepers interact with the animals during a feeding. Individuals will work alongside an animal keeper during food preparation and distribution (approximately 2.5 hours), seeing firsthand what it takes to care for exotic carnivores.


Please note: Feeding carnivores is messy, so participants of the "Feeding with a Keeper" experience may be exposed to raw meat, blood, and other unpleasantries. Participants should expect this and dress appropriately.


When: Available at 9am any day except Tuesdays, by reservation only


Price:
$40 per person, ages 13-17*
$50 per person, ages 18 and up


  • Maximum Group Size: 4
  • Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance.
  • Arrive at 8:45 to check in.
  • Ages 13-17 may only shadow the Keeper and observe feeding the animals. They cannot feed any animals.
  • Ages 18+ may feed animals at the Keeper's discretion.
  • Species included in "Feeding with a Keeper" is dependent on the feeding schedule for the day. Participants are not guaranteed the opportunity to observe any specific species being fed, including tigers.
  • All visitors will be required to sign a Volunteer Release form.
  • * Anyone under the age of 18 must have a Minor Child Volunteer Release Form signed by a Parent or Legal Guardian.