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In-Sync Exotics celebrates 20 years of rescuing big cats

by | Jul 16, 2020 | Life & Style

There’s a hidden gem in Collin County. A ha­ven for the neglected, abused and the unwanted. It’s a place where lions roar, chee­tahs run, servals play and le­murs climb. To some, it might sound like a children’s book or a zoo, but no – it’s a rescue facility for exotic animals in northeast Wylie called In-Sync Exotics.

The animals come from de­funct zoos, collectors, breed­ing and entertainment facili­ties or the misguided few who think owning an exotic animal is like owning a cat or dog.

Located in the quiet coun­tryside just off Lake Lavon on Skyview Road, the facility is home to 5 lions, 34 tigers, 8 cougars, 3 leopards, 2 cheetahs, 15 bobcats, 1 lynx, 3 servals, and 2 lemurs – a total of 73 exotics, all taken care of by founder and president Vicky Keahey and a staff of dedicated volunteers.

For the full story, see July 16 issue or subscribe online.

By Sonia Duggan[email protected]

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