Arnie, a stray cat who became
known for his extraordinary talent as a “babysitter” of abandoned newborn
animals brought to the Linton Zoo, passed
away peacefully last week. Arnie’s favorite
creatures were lion cubs, and he babysat all four of the zoo’s adult lions as
well as some of their cubs.
Photo Credits: Linton Zoo
Arnie wandered onto the zoo
property in 2000 and quickly worked his way into the hearts of the zoo staff. Named after Arnold Schwarzenegger, Arnie
gained fame after photos of him with a lion cub made international headlines. Even after his moments in the spotlight,
Arnie didn’t let fame go to his head. He
continued in his role as a friend to all, greeting zoo guests (especially those
who were carrying tasty treats), controlling pests, and cheering up anyone who
was feeling down.
Linton Zoo staff described
Arnie as a “real live Garfield” whose outstanding personality will be missed by
not only the people who loved him, but by his many animal friends around the
zoo – especially the animals that he babysat over the years. Rest in peace, Arnie.
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