Dear LSU President,
We are aware of the petition that has the intention of convincing you not to acquire another live tiger for the habitat at LSU. We all want you to know that we hope that you will not let overzealous animal advocates, that have no knowledge of these animals specific needs, sway you to not allow the veterinarian doctors and students to rescue another tiger to house in the habitat at the school. Most of us are animal rights advocates just as much as those supporting our opposing petition but we, on the other hand are realistic. We love that you guys rescue these tigers. We know they are very well taken care of, and live better and safer than they would if released into the wild after already being in captivity. We support your decision to replace Mike VI when he passes which is sadly coming soon. Most of us are deeply saddened by Mike VI's current health issues, however, we know that it is to no fault of the school. Mike the Tiger is not only our LSU mascot he has been an ongoing tradition that most of us have known since we were children. He has been family to the staff and students that care for him and he has been a star to LSU fans and others as well. Please do not break a decades long tradition and please do not stop rescuing tigers due to a small percentage of over bearing animal rights advocates. We would also like to ask that you consider making Tony from Tiger Truck Stop our next Mike, if the owner can be convinced to do so!!!
Thank you
Mike The Tiger Fans
Updates
October 15, 2016
I have been thinking a lot about the tradition of having a tiger on campus and how much it really means to so many of us who grew up with it. It gets a little overwhelming reading all your comments about how important this is but please keep them coming because it helps me stay focused when people start sending me harsh messages about the habitat.
October 15, 2016
Seeing all this movement makes me think about those old games at Death Valley and how deeply Mike is woven into everything we love about LSU even through the sad times. I am honestly just buzzing seeing so many people chime in with the same thoughts I have had rattling around in my head for years about holding onto our traditions. It is clear that this beautiful cat means the world to so many of us.
Reached 100 supporters
October 15, 2016
50 Comments
I don't support the circus because of the way animals are treated. HOWEVER....LSU has the capability of caring for a wild animal with quality care. Please don't break the tradition.
Not LSU Alumni. What tiger wouldn't thrive and feel at home in the beautiful habitat at LSU! Better facilities than so.e zoos have and a full compliment of wonderful veterinary staff to go along with it!
LSU has always treated their Mike the Tiger with 100% care and affection. Ask some of the Vet's and their students how they are feeling right now because Mike is ill. He is a part of the LSU family. Many students have visited him each day to get a break from studying and being away from home it made their day and his to have all the visitors.
As the mom of two tigers, I've seen first hand the love for mike and how well he is taken care of. He is far from an abused animal. Any future tigers would be lucky to be his successor.
I am deeply saddened by the the diagnosis of Mike VI :( I have pictures of him all over my house that actually survived the flood.. I am also very grateful for what y'all do by getting a new tiger from an uncertain future and giving him everything he could want and more! I can't wait to meet the new Mike The Tiger!! LSU!!!!
This is nonsense. Who is next. Clemson. Auburn. Tennessee. The Gators?
We need the tiger.
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Dear LSU President,
We are aware of the petition that has the intention of convincing you not to acquire another live tiger for the habitat at LSU. We all want you to know that we hope that you will not let overzealous animal advocates, that have no knowledge of these animals specific needs, sway you to not allow the veterinarian doctors and students to rescue another tiger to house in the habitat at the school. Most of us are animal rights advocates just as much as those supporting our opposing petition but we, on the other hand are realistic. We love that you guys rescue these tigers. We know they are very well taken care of, and live better and safer than they would if released into the wild after already being in captivity. We support your decision to replace Mike VI when he passes which is sadly coming soon. Most of us are deeply saddened by Mike VI's current health issues, however, we know that it is to no fault of the school. Mike the Tiger is not only our LSU mascot he has been an ongoing tradition that most of us have known since we were children. He has been family to the staff and students that care for him and he has been a star to LSU fans and others as well. Please do not break a decades long tradition and please do not stop rescuing tigers due to a small percentage of over bearing animal rights advocates. We would also like to ask that you consider making Tony from Tiger Truck Stop our next Mike, if the owner can be convinced to do so!!!
Thank you
Mike The Tiger Fans
Updates
October 15, 2016
I have been thinking a lot about the tradition of having a tiger on campus and how much it really means to so many of us who grew up with it. It gets a little overwhelming reading all your comments about how important this is but please keep them coming because it helps me stay focused when people start sending me harsh messages about the habitat.
October 15, 2016
Seeing all this movement makes me think about those old games at Death Valley and how deeply Mike is woven into everything we love about LSU even through the sad times. I am honestly just buzzing seeing so many people chime in with the same thoughts I have had rattling around in my head for years about holding onto our traditions. It is clear that this beautiful cat means the world to so many of us.
Reached 100 supporters
October 15, 2016
50 Comments
LSU VET school has the facility and the skill and the dedication required to rescue. Educate! Do not succumb to well intentioned but ill-INFORMED protests. Search and Save another "MIKE"
I don't support the circus because of the way animals are treated. HOWEVER....LSU has the capability of caring for a wild animal with quality care. Please don't break the tradition.
Not LSU Alumni. What tiger wouldn't thrive and feel at home in the beautiful habitat at LSU! Better facilities than so.e zoos have and a full compliment of wonderful veterinary staff to go along with it!
LSU has always treated their Mike the Tiger with 100% care and affection. Ask some of the Vet's and their students how they are feeling right now because Mike is ill. He is a part of the LSU family. Many students have visited him each day to get a break from studying and being away from home it made their day and his to have all the visitors.
As the mom of two tigers, I've seen first hand the love for mike and how well he is taken care of. He is far from an abused animal. Any future tigers would be lucky to be his successor.
I am deeply saddened by the the diagnosis of Mike VI :( I have pictures of him all over my house that actually survived the flood.. I am also very grateful for what y'all do by getting a new tiger from an uncertain future and giving him everything he could want and more! I can't wait to meet the new Mike The Tiger!! LSU!!!!
This is nonsense. Who is next. Clemson. Auburn. Tennessee. The Gators?
We need the tiger.
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LSU VET school has the facility and the skill and the dedication required to rescue. Educate! Do not succumb to well intentioned but ill-INFORMED protests. Search and Save another "MIKE"