In the Bible, it says God gives us charge over the creatures on land, sea, and air; Animals. God says to take care of these animals with respect and care, letting no harm come to them. Michael Jackson loved lots of animals and took those words to heart, as he said it did bring him closer to the creator. Michael starting his pet collection while still living at his family home in havenhurst, with mice, snakes, birds, llamas, tiggers, and ofcourse dogs and cats (witch he had many of) continued his missioin when he move out and into his ranch in Santa Inez Califonia. But where did he get these animals from? Im pretty sure he got the dogs and cats and mice from pet shops, but what about the rests?
The llamas, tiggers, deer, giraffes that Michael housed and feed, and took care of were mostly rescues. Abandoned and some set to be slaughterd thought of as uselss, Jackson rescued these animals. they were often older, put to pature showbiz animals. some were from closed down zoo's, or ex trained circus animals. And some were just gifts from friends and colleges, they new how much michael loved & cared for all animals. Though he had help with them Jackson still read and reasearched on his own to make sure his pack was given the best care. Michael was well versed in the origins, care, and need of these exotic creaters, and did everthing thing to keep them feed, safe, fit and make them comfortabe.
The llamas, tiggers, deer, giraffes that Michael housed and feed, and took care of were mostly rescues. Abandoned and some set to be slaughterd thought of as uselss, Jackson rescued these animals. they were often older, put to pature showbiz animals. some were from closed down zoo's, or ex trained circus animals. And some were just gifts from friends and colleges, they new how much michael loved & cared for all animals. Though he had help with them Jackson still read and reasearched on his own to make sure his pack was given the best care. Michael was well versed in the origins, care, and need of these exotic creaters, and did everthing thing to keep them feed, safe, fit and make them comfortabe.
Sabu & Thriller
Michael Jackson had a deep love and interest for animals and the planet. Michael’s Neverland Ranch was filled with domestic and exotic animals within the gates. During the 1980’s one of Michael favorite pets, was Bubbles the chimpanzee. He was Michael’s constant pet of choice even appearing in videos like "Liberian Girl" and "Leave Me Alone." As he aged, Bubbles became aggressive and Michael had to give him to an animal sanctuary in California. Bubbles has been living in the Center for Great Apes in Florida, since 2004.
Michael also had a great interest in cats domestic and wild in nature. There are numerous pictures of Michael as a child and young adult with kittens. This love for cats also materialized in his videos as well. Domestic and wild cats were featured in Jackson’s videos like "Billie Jean" and "Remember the Time." In Michael’s short film, "Black or White" a panther was featured as It was revealed that the panther was Michael causing him to break into that controversial panther dance that was censored in the film for some time. The outtakes photos for the infamous "Thriller" album included the singer holding a tiger cub. Michael’s love for animals found its way within his art.
Jackson’s self-penned songs Will You Be There, and Childhood were featured in the film, "Free Willy" and the film’s subsequent sequel. The film’s main purpose was for animal conservation and giving the killer wale, Keiko a more suitable environment to live. Jackson’s care for animals and the planet continued to serve as inspiration for his art. In 1995, Michael Jackson released the single "Earth Song." The song’s video features the breakdown of the planet including several pieces of footage that features animal abuse. "Earth Song" is Michael’s biggest selling single in the UK, and the singer received the Genesis award for positive attention given to animal rights.
Michael Jackson made the painful decision to give his animals up for adoption when he left his ranch permantly in 2005. In an interview with Tippi Hedren, she talked here about Michael's care of his animals. Ms. Hendren, mother of Melanie Griffith made famous by Alfred Hitchcock Film The Birds, is best known for her lifelong love and commitment to animal rights, particularly The Roar Foundation's Shambala Preserve in California, which she founded in 1983.
This is the place where Jackson's Tigers Sabu and Thriller were sent to go live when he had to give them up for adoption. she was asked about the treatment of Jackson's tigers knowing that her experience qualifies her to determine the health and stability of these creatures, she replied "They were absolutely beautifully treated. " also learned that for a three year period she and Michael Jackson shared the same veterinarian, Martin Dinne. She said, "Everything was perfect for those animals, they had the best food, best human care, wonderful areas to live, it was spectacular. Michael loved those animals. When Michael had to give them up he asked Marty (the vet) to find the best homes in the U.S. for them. Michael once said about his animals, "Everything that I love is behind those gates. We have elephants, and giraffes, and crocodiles, and every kind of tigers and lions. And - and we have bus loads of kids, who don't get to see those things. They come up, sick children, and enjoy it." Foundation like make a wish and Inner-city schools from Los Angeles and throughout Southern California would ask to have students feild trip there, kids who's families can't afford a theme park, or who have never seen animals up close, got the opportunity to visit with the animals.
The ranch occupies 2,700 acres, this was a place for the animals to roam free, no cages no lock ups, and the pople really enjoyed the beauty of atmosphere there. It was beautifully landscaped, manicured land with lots of flowers .Even when Michael was not there, he still opened up his home and shared it. Neverland was a place for people of all ages to come and feel super-special. A place he shared with children who greatly benefited from his charitable efforts. Everyone enjoyed movies at the theater house, popcorn and cotton candy and other types of food provided by Michael. But Neverland was not just a "theme park" it was Michael's home, a place were he could be comfortable, inviting freinds and other celebrities-colleges to visit with him there. And when he was home, Neverland accommadated his whole family, where his chidren, brothers, sisters, cousins, nieces and nephews gathered. A place where friends came to see him, and he provided for them.
Michael also had a great interest in cats domestic and wild in nature. There are numerous pictures of Michael as a child and young adult with kittens. This love for cats also materialized in his videos as well. Domestic and wild cats were featured in Jackson’s videos like "Billie Jean" and "Remember the Time." In Michael’s short film, "Black or White" a panther was featured as It was revealed that the panther was Michael causing him to break into that controversial panther dance that was censored in the film for some time. The outtakes photos for the infamous "Thriller" album included the singer holding a tiger cub. Michael’s love for animals found its way within his art.
Jackson’s self-penned songs Will You Be There, and Childhood were featured in the film, "Free Willy" and the film’s subsequent sequel. The film’s main purpose was for animal conservation and giving the killer wale, Keiko a more suitable environment to live. Jackson’s care for animals and the planet continued to serve as inspiration for his art. In 1995, Michael Jackson released the single "Earth Song." The song’s video features the breakdown of the planet including several pieces of footage that features animal abuse. "Earth Song" is Michael’s biggest selling single in the UK, and the singer received the Genesis award for positive attention given to animal rights.
Michael Jackson made the painful decision to give his animals up for adoption when he left his ranch permantly in 2005. In an interview with Tippi Hedren, she talked here about Michael's care of his animals. Ms. Hendren, mother of Melanie Griffith made famous by Alfred Hitchcock Film The Birds, is best known for her lifelong love and commitment to animal rights, particularly The Roar Foundation's Shambala Preserve in California, which she founded in 1983.
This is the place where Jackson's Tigers Sabu and Thriller were sent to go live when he had to give them up for adoption. she was asked about the treatment of Jackson's tigers knowing that her experience qualifies her to determine the health and stability of these creatures, she replied "They were absolutely beautifully treated. " also learned that for a three year period she and Michael Jackson shared the same veterinarian, Martin Dinne. She said, "Everything was perfect for those animals, they had the best food, best human care, wonderful areas to live, it was spectacular. Michael loved those animals. When Michael had to give them up he asked Marty (the vet) to find the best homes in the U.S. for them. Michael once said about his animals, "Everything that I love is behind those gates. We have elephants, and giraffes, and crocodiles, and every kind of tigers and lions. And - and we have bus loads of kids, who don't get to see those things. They come up, sick children, and enjoy it." Foundation like make a wish and Inner-city schools from Los Angeles and throughout Southern California would ask to have students feild trip there, kids who's families can't afford a theme park, or who have never seen animals up close, got the opportunity to visit with the animals.
The ranch occupies 2,700 acres, this was a place for the animals to roam free, no cages no lock ups, and the pople really enjoyed the beauty of atmosphere there. It was beautifully landscaped, manicured land with lots of flowers .Even when Michael was not there, he still opened up his home and shared it. Neverland was a place for people of all ages to come and feel super-special. A place he shared with children who greatly benefited from his charitable efforts. Everyone enjoyed movies at the theater house, popcorn and cotton candy and other types of food provided by Michael. But Neverland was not just a "theme park" it was Michael's home, a place were he could be comfortable, inviting freinds and other celebrities-colleges to visit with him there. And when he was home, Neverland accommadated his whole family, where his chidren, brothers, sisters, cousins, nieces and nephews gathered. A place where friends came to see him, and he provided for them.