Elwood Jaguar



Date of Birth


Date of Death:
11/1/2005

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History
Elwood lived at the CPT for 24 years. Yes, 24 years. At that time, he was the oldest animal in the compound, and almost a CPT mascot. Both of his parents were some of our first rescues and Elwood himself rescued many a tired CPT staffer, volunteer or visitor from feeling glum. True to his jaguar nature, he was exceptionally strong and powerfully built, and he routinely splintered his enrichment platforms with his massive feet and claws. Elwood could spot a treat bag from a 100 paces, loved posing for pictures and melted at the smell of rosemary.

Despite his advanced years, Elwood was vibrant, timeless and his jaguar coat, said to represent all of the stars of the heavens, was brilliant. His eyes revealed an impish, laughing gleam that never failed to lift the spirit, open the heart and inspire. Although Elwood's spirit was indomitable, his advancing arthritis crippled the quality of his last years. When medication could no longer relieve his extensive pain, CPT made the difficult decision to euthanize. Elwood left us on November 1, 2005. Elwood jaguar remains the heart and soul of CPT.

Tribute by Julie Brittain/Amanda Byrne.
photo/s courtesy of Andy and Melissa Foshee, ©CPT'