Dear John,
Removing the animals from Cricket Hollow Zoo — after our landmark court victory — was only half the battle in saving these animals’ lives. The cruel treatment and lack of proper veterinary care at Cricket Hollow Zoo has taken a serious toll on animals, like Mrs. Wilkins, a senior rhesus macaque who is in need of serious medical care.
It’s critical that animals rescued from Cricket Hollow Zoo and other situations of abuse and neglect can live safe, healthy lives while their abusers are brought to justice. Please make your renewal gift today to provide animals like Mrs. Wilkins a second chance at life and ensure animal abusers are held responsible for their crimes. |
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Primary exams on Mrs. Wilkins show she has severe dental disease and will need surgery. She has visible abscesses that likely play a role in the fact that she doesn’t fully close her mouth. She was observed eating the soiled straw bedding at the time of her rescue — which can be a sign of starvation.
She also has a mammary tumor which will require additional testing as veterinarians suspect cancer. Many of her body’s lymph nodes are enlarged, trying to fight her ailments. She has lost mobility of most of her right hand — but can still climb. She has a long road to recovery — but she is on that road because of you. |
Mrs. Wilkins is just one of 400 animals from Cricket Hollow Zoo who are getting a second chance. Without our lawsuit, Mrs. Wilkins and the other animals would still be in small, urine filled cages. John, you made her rescue possible — and your generous renewal gift today can help her, and many other animals, live the life they were meant to live.
Even when we win, there is more work to be done, because we ensure all our clients get the care they need to thrive. With your renewed support now, we will continue to fight for animals in the courtroom — and ensure they receive the care and soft landing they so desperately deserve. |
For the animals,
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Elizabeth Putsche
Associate Director of Communications
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| P.S. If you’ve already renewed your membership, thank you! Your patience is appreciated while we update our records with your renewal gift. |
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