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    Big cat ownership proves to be both a blessing and a curse
    John Slaby, co-founder of Kowiachobee Animal Preserve in Golden Gate Estates, stands outside the enclosure of 12-year old orange Siberian tiger Subaliczar on Dec. 12. Photo by Kelly J. Farrell
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    By Kelly J. Farrell  
    22 December 2023
    KOWIACHOBEE ANIMAL PRESERVE

    Big cat ownership proves to be both a blessing and a curse

    This Christmas Eve, instead of reindeer at Santa Claus’ side it will be Sabeena the tiger at the Christmas Extravaganza at Venetian Village. The tiger’s public appearances, along with her home of Kowiachobee Animal Preserve in Golden Gate Estates, are catching the watchful eye of big cat advocates, particularly on the first anniversary of the Big Cat Public Safety Act limiting such public exposure to large cats.

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