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LEOPARD CAT FOUNDATION: LCF was established in 2000 as a Leopard Cat breeding and research facility working with biologists, private breeders, and Zoos around the world to share in research and pool their genetic resources in the hope of providing the Leopard Cat species their best chance of survival, both in captivity and in their native lands. 

GOALS: To preserve the Leopard Cat prionailurus bengalensis species and all their individual sub-species both in captivity and in their native lands.  The overarching philosophy of LCF is to establish a large, healthy genetic pool of  pure Leopard Cat subspecies in captivity. This will enable biologists to reintroduce healthy, pure lines back into their native range whenever needed. LCF founders and supporters believe that both zoo and especially private facilities have vital roles to play in the breeding and continued survival of the Leopard Cat species. 

EDUCATION: LCF is educating the public on the plight of the Leopard Cat species and their subspecies both in captivity and in their native lands. LCF promotes responsible ownership and care. We will make every attempt to put the animals first, to work for the long-term benefit of the cats, to realize that we all have something to learn from one another, and to then give to the animals in our care. 

RESEARCH: LCF is researching ways to best propagate the Leopard Cat species in captivity, this includes habitat design, balanced diets, and proper medical care. LCF is also researching the best ways to raise captive Leopard Cats suitable for successful release into the wild in their native lands.

RESCUE: LCF rescues unwanted Leopard Cats around the world. It is estimated that hundreds of Leopard Cats die each year in captivity. Some are still being illegally taken from the wild. LCF works with authorities to offer assistance in keeping confiscated Leopard Cats from being euthanized.

Many Leopard Cats are purchased each year legally and illegally to be used in Bengal cat (Leopard Cat x domestic cat) hybrid breeding programs with high expectations, only too often to become unwanted when the owners soon realize that only about 1 out of 8 Leopard Cats will breed domestic cats and are difficult to care for. 

Many of these beautiful Leopard Cats are soon neglected, improperly cared for, or have even been turned loose to starve in the wild. LCF's management rescues, rehabilitates, cares for, seeks medical attention, and provides a life long sanctuary for those they get in time.

FUNDING: LCF is supported by the founders and donations from supporters. Funds are always needed to maintain LCF's many programs. 100% of all donated funds goes directly toward the care, medical expenses, and habitat construction. If you would like to make a donation to help LCF in it's causes, please send a gift donation to:

ADOPT A LEOPARD CAT PROGRAM: LCF has several Leopard Cats in their sanctuary that require special care, medical attention, and life long sanctuary. Some of these Leopard Cats have been rescued and are physically challenged and/or are aging. LCF has developed "Adopt a Leopard Cat Program", so people can adopt a Leopard Cat  and send monthly monitory gifts to take care of a particular Leopard Cat's daily needs here at LCF. Adoptees are sent an "Adopt a Leopard Cat" logo, pictures of the Leopard Cat they are supporting and receive monthly email updates on their well being. 

This program was mainly designed with Bengal cat breeders in mind who would like to give something back to the species "Foundation Cat" that has been exploited to develop their wonderful Bengal cat breed, but unfortunately the only Bengal cat cattery that has donated funds is our own Bamboo Cattery.

  WHAT IS A LEOPARD CAT?
  LCF's HISTORY/FOUNDERS
LEOPARD CAT CARE
LEOPARD CAT RESEARCH
LEOPARD CAT PHOTO GALLERIES
ABOUT LCF's FACILITIES 
ADOPT A LEOPARD CAT PROGRAM
LEOPARD CAT PRODUCTS 
PURCHASING A LEOPARD CAT
  LEOPARD CAT HYBRIDS (Bengal Cats)