Naping with a Lioness

Cedar Cove is a non-profit organization devoted to the care and preservation of endangered large cats while educating the public on their behavior, physiology, habitats and the threats & dangers of extinction. Cedar Cove is the culmination of William Pottorff’s long-held vision to educate the public about the large cats of the world and the need to protect the many species endangered in the wild. The park also is a community dream. With minimal financial resources, the park opened because civic organizations, businessmen, Scouts, school leaders, students and hundreds of volunteers pitched in to help. Continued dedication, strong support and generosity have been required, provided and appreciated.

In the video below little lioness Shanta enjoys a some down time with senior handler Steve Klein who is arguably as comfortable as concrete.