Скачать или смотреть Farewell to our beloved white tiger, Baikal

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Baikal, our beautiful white tiger, was put to sleep on Thursday 28th August following a decline in his health. In recent weeks, Baikal began to suffer from kidney failure, a condition common in older big cats.

Despite the dedicated care of our veterinary team and keepers, his kidneys could no longer function properly, meaning his body was unable to filter waste or maintain the balance it needed to keep him well. With no further treatment options that would have ensured him a good quality of life, the kindest decision was made to let him go peacefully.

Baikal arrived at Hertfordshire Zoo as a six-month-old cub and has been a much-loved part of our family ever since. He then arrived at the Sanctuary in 2018 and became a fan favourite amongst our team and guests. A gentle soul full of personality, he loved nothing more than roughhousing with his big blue barrels and greeting us with his deep, chesty chuff, a beautiful, friendly sound that will always be remembered.

He shared a special bond with Amasia, often seen nose to nose through the mesh, chuffing at each other. There aren’t many who could win Amasia’s seal of approval, and his presence will be dearly missed by all of us

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