We have an update on all the cubs and yearlings today, and some ABR history, as well! History first – It was in July, 1996 that we welcomed our first orphaned bear!
An article about the first ABR Bear, Zero! That was the start. Since then, we have cared for over 370 bears. The most recent arrival was #379!
Lovey, a yearling who arrived in February with a broken femur, will soon be released.
Lovey passes the “pear shape” test, showing that he has filled out very well.
HRH Rover is entering his Acclimation Pen to eat.
Rover passes the “pear test,” also.
HoneyBunny and Townsend are yearlings who will soon be released. They have become friends during their stay.
It appears that they are sharing secrets.
Townsend performs some workout moves.
Townsend is properly pear-shaped.
Four cubs sleep together on their platform.
But not for long! Soon they are awake and scattering through their enclosure.
Tater is licking yummy Beary sauce off the mat.
Doodlebug enjoys a Beary sandwich (two pieces of wood with Beary sauce and honey spread between them).
The Fourth of July cubs, Martha Washington and Betsy Ross Bear, have finished their medications and are together again. Soon they will be out in a Wild Enclosure.