And just like that… They’re off! This morning at 8am, all 9 lemurs were loaded into the zoo’s van and headed to their forever! We’re so thankful to everyone that made this rescue and holding possible. Thank you to everyone who #animalrescue #lemur #ringtailedlemur

Our last work day for the semester! We had students from Texas A&M Veterinarians without Borders, Sam Houston (Pre Vet and Wrestling Club) and members of the public come to help! Thank you to all that came out! #volunteers #volunteering #workday #tamu #shsu #aggies #bearkats

Meet Tortellini: Our Sahara Survivor Tortellini's journey has been one of resilience and strength. For only $25 per month, you can be an official sponsor of Tortellini! Start sponsoring Tortellini! bearsetc.myshopify.com/products/torti…

Check out our first featured artist for the Art of the Wild Gala coming June 18! If you haven't already, be sure to snag one of the limited VIP tickets and you will get early access into the event to talk with our artists. #artgala #thewoodlandstx #wildlifeartwork

Happy Earth Day from BEARS Etc.! We take our role on this planet very seriously. Every resource that is donated, every animal in our care, and each chance to educate someone about the natural world is a part of our mission. Small actions add up to big impact for our planet. 🌍

#WishlistWednesday We are in need of additional UVB bulbs for our reptile friends. This light replaces natural rays of sunlight to ensure they can produce enough vitamins to survive. Will you light up their lives? Amazon list in linktree #givetoday #reptiles #wildliferescue

We are thrilled to share that Jack Babin will be one of our artists at the Art of the Wild Gala on June 18! Don't have your ticket yet? Be sure to grab it today. @jackbabin.art on Instagram #TheWoodlandsEvents #wildlifeartwork

It's Arbor Day; the day where we celebrate trees! 🐻Bears that climb use trees as a safe haven. 🐻Bears will mark trees during mating season to communicate. 🐻Bears offer great seed dispersal and aid in forest regeneration. #BearFacts #ArborDay #fridaymood

There's no better time to get your gala tickets! We can't wait for an evening of elegance and art with you. All proceeds benefit BEARS Etc., Bear and Exotic Animal Rescue Sanctuary in Huntsville, TX.

The April showers have been good to our plants at BEARS Etc.! Did you know we have a Horticulture Internship? If you are passionate about plants and animals, and interested in this type of work, please email a cover letter, resume, and letter of recommendation to us.

📷 Happy #TurtleTuesday from BEARS Etc! 📷 Today we’re celebrating the red‑eared slider, one of the most common turtles in the waterways of Texas! Every species has a purpose. Every animal deserves responsible care. These special guys keep waterways clean!

Our third featured artist is Jenny Briganti! @jennybrigantiart We can't wait to share her wonderful work with all of you at the Art of the Wild Gala, hosted on June 18 at the Kevin Brady Community Center in The Woodlands, TX. Get your ticket today!

The Texas sun is warming up for Summer time! This #WishlistWednesday we are asking for a shade cloth. These allow us to keep our outdoor residents more comfortable. You can visit our amazon wish list through the linktree to purchase! #SummerVibes #texaswild

If you are just finding us, or haven't already, be sure to join the mailing list! Our Executive Director and promotion team have awesome stories and updates that are sent out each month to keep you in the know. You can sign up by visiting BEARSETC.org 🐻

BEARS Etc. would love to come speak with your organization! Do you have an event or conference where you would like more information? Send an email to [email protected] to get started! #guestspeakers #wildlife #exoticanimalrescue

Our final artist reveal for the Art of the Wild Gala is Imerj Art & Advocacy Projects @imerjart We cannot wait for you to visit with them on June 18 and get your paws on some of the amazing artwork. Tickets are limited, so be sure to get yours today! #thewoodlandstx

Olive is our May Animal of the Month 💚 We love her fiesty spirit! She enjoys baths, listening to true crime, and startling volunteers. If you are interested in supporting Olive's food and care, you can become a sponsor today! Email [email protected] if you are interested.

Remember to shop small and use our store! We have soft t-shirts, snuggly sweaters, and awesome drinkware so you can rep BEARS Etc. #shopsmallshoplocal #wildliferescue

We are looking for more sponsors to join us in bringing the Art of the Wild Gala to life! If you or your business would like to be a part of this inaugural event, please comment below or reach out to us via email [email protected] We would love to partner with you! #sponsorship

Every day is BEARS Day at BEARS Etc. in Huntsville, TX! BEARS Etc. is a permanent, community-based, self-sustainable refuge for displaced exotic and wild animals. Support, share, or learn more about us to help spreading the word about the animals who call our sanctuary home!