The story of Kenny a Bengal Tiger white who had Down Syndrome

The story of Kenny a Bengal Tiger white who had Down Syndrome

The history of Bengal Tiger Kenny White is heartbreaking. It's old, but I think is worth telling. Died because of cancer in 2008 at 10 years of age, he became famous for a kind of feline Down syndrome. The reason? A cross between inbred brothers made in captivity that caused a genetic problem. This is a common activity, because so rare type of tigers suffer enough demand from zoos and pet shops exotic.

As his deformity prevented him from being sold, its creator delivered in 2000 to Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, a haven of animals in the United States. With mental retardation and limitation of movement, Kenny was a sweet, super friendly with the visitors of the place.

He went to live with him in space his brother Willie, who also due to this type of cross, suffered a strong strabismus. After a few years, when they could no longer play, the parents of both were also living in the refuge.

Sad to think that for some people the animals are so disposable. So that there are these places run by good people, is not it?