Safari Tom .
Saving the Earth and its inhabitants , One day at a time !
Updated November
10th,
2009
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AND YES , THAT IS ME
SINGING AND PLAYING THE INTRO .
11-10-2009
Introducing Charlie,
our newest rescue.
Charlie was given up by his elderly owner when she finally realized she could
not care for him any longer. It was a very sad situation. He had Red Mange which
has spread to his entire body. He is currently being treated and is expected to
make a full recovery. He is the sweetest and happiest little dog I think i've
ever seen.
Check out
SpearKilla, my Spearfishing clothing website. All proceeds go directly
towards helping wildlife and our four and sometimes three legged rescues !
Healthy and respectful hunting and fishing practices help keep nature balanced.
Please help us out if
you can.
Ci Ci
One of our oldest
rescues "CiCi" has been diagnosed with Cushings Disease. She requires the
medication Lysodren daily. This medication is very expensive and without it she
would not be able to live a happy life.
A few shots of our recent
rescues...
Zoe
Pluto
Jack and Jill
Sarge
Kona
Every dog has its own story. These guys are troopers. They
push on day after day even though they have been dealt a rough life. We make
their lives better.
Kinglsey 1998-2009
Kingsley, I have never bonded
with another animal the way I have with you. Thank you for 11 years of
unconditional love. I miss you more than words can describe. I love you.
There are way to may
people disconnected from nature, If this doesn't change we will lose precious
species to extinction. Please do what you can to prevent this ! Go to
www.defenders.org to learn more !
Myself and Jeff Corwin at the
2006
Defenders of Wildlife Carnivores Conference The focus was on
conservation and the reintroduction of the Grey Wolf into its natural habitat.
This is a link to a creature that I
am drawn to. It is called a Thylacine aka the Tasmanian Tiger. Man caused its
extinction in the late 1930's after the Tasmanian Government enacted a bounty
for every head.. There have been numerous reports of sightings over the years
and even some captivating video footage. Does it still exist? We need funding to
start an expedition into remote Tasmania and Isolated parts of Australia. If
willing to fund an expedition contact
Safaritom@aol.com
To look at a picture of the Thylacine, and gaze into its eyes, you can't
help but feel its haunting allure and the sadness it portrays.
The picture above is of "Benjamin" the last Thylacine in captivity. He
died due to being kept in poor conditions and being exposed to freezing
temperatures without shelter.
Introducing Zoe ...
RESCUED - 6/18/09
Zoe is a Saint Bernard we initially found on Craigslist. She was listed as
Free to Good home and was in dire need of medical attention. Unfortunately all
my emails were going directly to the owners"SPAM" mail box. She then took
Zoe to the Suncoast Humane Society in Englewood
FL. When she was surrendered she was extremely
emaciated (skin and bones), flea infested , anemic, intestinal worm infested,
eye infections and weak. The entire staff at Suncoast Humane Society were
extremely friendly and very concerned with Zoes' condition. They had just
received her and within a day or so she had already seen by a veterinarian and
was flea free and on the road to recovery! She is now with us and will be a permanent part of our
family. She is a gentle giant...
Notice her ribs and spine and flank !
The ride home
I will update her ever improving condition frequently ...
Please consider adopting a pet, Never buy one from a pet store. If interested
in adopting a lifelong friend, contact the
Suncoast Humane Society in Englewood FL. They have a wonderful website
updated with the animals available for adoption.
Picture of the Week
A Bitey Black Racer found in my yard...
This is a rescued baby squirrel. I am currently nursing and hoping to return
him to the wild by the end of January 2007.
This is a Colombian Tegu. This species is known for being ridiculously
aggressive and unhandleable ... Just call me the Lizard Whisperer ...
Email any pics you feel may be worthy of being the " pic of the week "
, If I post your pic you win all the fame and fortune of having your pic posted
on my prestigious website!! Send any pics to
Safaritom@aol.com
Thanks for stopping in!!
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True Heroes
- Terri Irwin, Bindi Irwin, Steve and Sui -
We miss you Steve. We lost a true hero. May you and Sui watch over all the
animals from the other side. Your spirit lives on in so many of us.
What have you done lately to help our planet?
We aren't the only species on the planet , So why do we act like it ?
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Be sure to check out the new pics under Florida Snakes and Other Florida
Wildlife !
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Wildlife Encounters!
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Encounter Wildlife with me , Safari Tom !!!
Due to our Over Development of its native habitat, the Florida Panther
has become virtually non existent in its own home. Click on the Panther to learn
more !
BABY ALERT BABY ALERT BABY ALERT BABY ALERT
Connor Quinn Peltier is due on Sept 19, 2006
UPDATE
- Connor Quinn was born September 21st at 430pm.
I cannot wait to Teach him how to catch snakes,
rescue animals in need and care for the Earth as a true Wildlife Warrior.
April 09 - Geez he is growing up so fast !
BABY ALERT BABY ALERT BABY ALERT BABY ALERT
Kayla Quinn
1993-2005
Word cannot express my unconditional love for you Kayla. I miss you with all my
heart and we will be together again.
Your Best Friend
Teach children about the value of all living things. From the smallest bugs
to the largest whales, They all have a home in nature, As do we.
Please Sign My Guestbook !!
Saving the Earth and its animal inhabitants,
one day at a time ! By LAND and SEA ...........
Donations are welcomed , We sure could use the help !
I am also Licensed with the Florida Dept of Fish and Wildlife as a
Trapper/Nuisance Pest Remover.
My 2 Cents
I am a full fledge naturalist devoted to saving our
planet and all its inhabitants.
I believe in common sense and doing the right thing . I do not
believe in being prejudice and I hate Ignorance. Ignorance is a lack
of knowledge. Education could transform the most ignorant into our
strongest allies.
If you get to know an animal , studied and learned from one , You
would have a new-found perception of just how unique and special they are.
I have a love for our world and I see a beauty in everything natural ,
From an old dead tree to dolphin leaping over high tide.
Every dog and cat in my home is a rescue from the street or from the
pound. They are my friends for life. Pets are not disposable. They are there for
life and should never be given up or thrown away. Would you give away your
children?
Adopt an animal from a shelter or the streets and give it love and care
for its lifetime.
I believe if a person sees an animal in need he/she should help it . Would
you help a child ? They are all children.
I rescue all creatures every chance I get , And I get a lot of chances!
You should too.
To
Katerina ,
You are the love of my life ! You are the most amazing and
passionate woman I have ever met . My one true life and soul mate.
My
Love and Me !Click
to enlarge
NEW
CoCo Has been Adopted !!!!
NEW
!!! ADOPTION !!!
Update
!! Adopted !!
Someone please help me to adopt CoCo . I
rescued her in downtown Lakeland Florida. She was following a homeless man and
was nearly hit by a car crossing Florida Highway ! She was kept for 2 weeks at a
wonderful Vet Clinic in Lakeland where she was thoroughly checked out .Now
she is here with me and she's up for adoption ... here are her stats ;
spayed female, heartworm negative, flea free,
housebroken, 2-3 yrs of age , great with dogs, great with cats, loves
people, great on a leash , 35pounds. here are some pics ..she is such
a beauty !! Call 941 685 3111 or email me
XxWulvexX@aol.com
if your interested .Please Help !!
What
a cutie !
Eastern Box Turtle Rescued
I've been rescuing my fair share of turtles and tortoises almost on a daily
Basis .. One of the cutest is this 3 and 3/4 legged Box Turtle. I'm
not sure how he lost his foot but it is well heeled and he is spunky
as heck ...he will either be released or sent to an outdoor home with other
turtles and tortoises.
And Sadly ...........
And on a sad note ....I spotted a HUGE
dead alligator on SR 37 , 15 miles South of Lakeland FL...This
is the largest alligator I have ever seen in the wild... The
stench was horrible...his skin was alive with movement from squirming
maggots and flies. I estimate him to be at 12ft long and approximately 500
pounds.. He had been hit by a vehicle of some sort ...here is the proof..
( how could you not have seen this guy ??) This was a tragic end to an old
man doing what he could to survive.
Click to enlarge A crushed skull ( note the MASSIVE
HEAD)
Click to enlarge
Next to my Xterra ...he was 12ft Plus !!
This is me on location on Boca Grande Island off
the southwestern coast of Florida. I was filming Plight of the Spiny Tailed
Iguanas when I happened upon a black Racer. Here I have caught him
and had already been bitten several times by this grumpy little snake !
Words we should live by ;
" You will never
feel as good in your life as you do when you help an animal and save its life or
save it from a miserable existence. The gratitude you receive is knowing that
you did something good to help another living being have a better life , That is
good for all human beings "
Quoted from John Paul of Paul Mitchell .
If you like what im doing feel free to make a donation ! It could
really help me with all that i have going on at any given time !! Anything would
be greatly appreciated!
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