REHABILITATION
Most lions were rehabilitated from our main rescue facility Stichting Leeuw in The Netherlands. This foundation is a sanctuary for about 35 big cats; lions, tigers, leopards and cougars from circuses, private owners, zoo surplus, breeding stations and the entertainment industry.

Rehabilitation of the first lions to Africa
Only two years after the start of Stichting Leeuw, an amazing milestone was reached. Late May 2015 saw the return of two lions to Africa. The lion couple Masrya and Nero were the first lucky ones. Saying goodbye to these lions was a bittersweet happening. Both have had a harrowing past, and they were dearly loved by the keepers, volunteers and visitors of Stichting Leeuw.
Unfortunately, Masrya passed away in January 2021, as a result of kidney failure. Nero soon needed a new companion, so he was introduced to Nora, a former circus lioness. Pairing these two was done in careful steps and was very successful!

OUR MISSION
The Lions Foundation aims to
rehabilitate lions in need from
all over the world to their
natural habitat.
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located in Schrikkloof
Nature Reserve.
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NEWS
Sterilisation Lionesses
November 2021Our vet, dr Peter Caldwell, came with a group of veterinary students from...
Arrival Bakari Pride
26 August 2021 Today we welcomed Bakari, Sarabi and Jessy! This small pride arrived at Stichting...
Isolde
21 June 2021 Last week our caretakers at The Lions Foundation became worried when our dear lioness...