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Posts by Cheetah Conservation Fund

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A behind-the-scenes look at the most recent #rescue at the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland. These #cheetah cubs were confiscated from wildlife traffickers three weeks ago and are not being rehabilitated.

Want to learn more about the #cats we rescue? Visit cheetah.org

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Just in case you needed a few minutes of Livestock Guarding Dog (LGD) #puppies today! While they are tiny now, in a few months these #dogs will play a vital role in our frontline #conservation efforts in #Namibia.

Want to learn more? Visit cheetah.org

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The #CheetahFitChallenge is back for 2026! The virtual #fitness challenge runs from June 1-15, and EARLY BIRD registration is open now!

➡️To learn more, visit cheetah.org/events/cheetah-fit-challenge-2026

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Spend an evening with Dr. Laurie Marker, founder and executive director of CCF while she is in #WashingtonDC next week! 🐾 Join for us RACE AGAINST #EXTINCTION on April 14! Enjoy dinner and drinks while getting the latest #conservation updates!

➡️For tickets, visit:
cheetah.org/events/chang...

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Meet the most recent arrivals at the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland. These two #cheetah cubs were rescued from the illegal wildlife trade just a few days ago, and are now being rehabilitated.

Want to learn more about the #cats we rescue? Visit cheetah.org

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Cheetah researcher and conservationist Laurie Marker shares how her career began in Oregon As the founder and executive director of the Cheetah Conservation Fund, we'll hear from Marker to learn more about her work and career beginnings.

Dr. Laurie Marker, founder and executive director of Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) has spent nearly 50 years working with #cheetahs -- but did you know her career began in #Oregon? Check out Dr. Marker's recent interview with Oregon Public Broadcasting (OBP)

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Happy #Easter from Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF)! Forget the lambs - it's #puppy season in Namibia, and have 24 cuties on site! While these #puppies are stealing the show today, these Livestock Guarding #Dogs are also an important part of the work we do to support farmers and protect #wildlife.

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Happy Birthday to Dominic! Dom was rescued in 2018, when he was just ten days old - and was very sick when he arrived. Over the last eight years, he's grown into a beautiful #cheetah!

Want to sponsor Dom - or one the other #cats we've rescued? Visit cheetah.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/sponsor/

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Meet our Cheetah of the Month, Aidan! He was rescued in 2025, along with nine other #cheetah cubs and is currently being rehabilitated at the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre in Somaliland. Want to learn more about Aidan - or the other #cats we rescue? Visit cheetah.org

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#Rabies kills 59,000 people worldwide every year. The #disease can also be devastating to #endangered species. On #CheetahTV host Brian Badger chats with Dr. Andre Coetzer, CEO of the Global Alliance for Rabies Control (GARC). The new episode drops at 1 PM EST! 🐾

➡️Visit youtube.com/ccfcheetah

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After two weeks without a sighting, Tupuka is back! Our camera traps in #Namibia captured him on the way to his favorite playtree! Tupuka was returned to the #wild in September and this male #cheetah often graces our cameras!

Want to learn how we are protecting #cats like Tupuka? Visit cheetah.org

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Exciting news from Namibia - one our Livestock Guarding #Dogs, Misty-Lee, delivered eight healthy #puppies this month! While they are tiny now, one day these puppies will be a vital part our frontline #conservation efforts - helping to prevent conflicts between humans and #wildlife.

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Poop pills and gut microbes: Wildlife microbiome studies aid conservation Human microbiome research is a blossoming field of study, shedding light on the millions of microbes living within us — microscopic species frequently vital to our health. In tandem, researchers acros...

Microbiome studies in humans have revealed the connection to human #health, now researchers are exploring the implications for #animal health and wildlife #conservation, with studies being done on several species, including #cheetahs.

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A rainy day at the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland - and the #cats are loving the cooler weather! All of these #cheetahs are #animals who have been rescued from the illegal wildlife trade or cases of human-wildlife conflict.

To learn more, visit cheetah.org

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The Convention of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (@cms.int) is underway - and the CCF team has been busy! On Monday, CCF co-hosted a side event titled ‘Cross Border Protection for #Cheetahs’ highlighting the need for transboundary cooperation.

To learn more, visit cheetah.org/events/ccf-a...

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Want to catch up with Dr. Laurie Marker in person? She is visiting US from March 30 to May 20 – and making stops across the country to discuss #cheetah #conservation and our efforts to save the #cats. For a full list of dates and public events, please visit cheetah.org/get-involved/ccf-events

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In #Namibia, CCF hosted the Nazareth Private School – and the students thoroughly enjoyed the visit! The kids learned about technology used for #conservation and spent time at the Model Farm. Of course, they also visited the creamery’s for ice cream!

Want to learn more? Visit cheetah.org

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Returning #cheetahs to the #wild is a vital part of saving the species. #Rewilding can restore the #cats to their historic range, and boosts wild populations by adding genetic diversity. This #WorldRewildingDay, we join a movement to restore #ecosystems and build a future where #nature thrives.

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Join Dr. Marker for unique evening #Portland, OR! Hosted by Wieden+Kennedy, the event will include updates from the field, a CCF marketplace, and the chance to connect with Dr. Marker in person! Ticket specials just listed!

➡️cheetah.org/events/wieden-kennedy-sa...

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A new episode of CheetahTV premieres today at 1 PM EST! Host Brian Badger chats with #wildlife educator and content creator Jordan Veasley, also known as Jungle Jordan! Be sure to tune in for a special #surprise at the end of the episode!

Watch the episode at youtube.com/ccfcheetah

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Next week, during #CMSCOP15, CCF and partners invite participants to a side event: Cross Border Protection for Cheetahs. The session will offer an overview of cross-border protection for #cheetahs.

To learn more, visit cheetah.org/events/ccf-at-cms-cop15-cross-border-protection-for-cheetahs/

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Zimbabwe has proposed including the country’s cheetah population on CMS Appendix I & II.

Cheetahs are semi-nomadic cats with home ranges of 800-1500 km². In Zimbabwe, they have fallen by approx 85% and only 150-170 remain.

Read this #CMSCOP15 proposal in EN, ES or FR: www.cms.int/document/302...

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Migratory species are wild animals a significant proportion of whose members cross one or more national borders, cyclically and predictably.

Some of the most iconic animals are migratory species, such as elephants, big cats, birds of prey, whales, sea turtles, sharks, and even butterflies.

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Wieden+Kennedy: Save the World Save the Cheetah • Cheetah Conservation Fund

Spend an evening with Dr. Marker in Portland, all supporting #cheetah conservation! Hosted by Wieden+Kennedy, this special event will feature a CCF marketplace supporting our #livelihood program, a paddle-raise for prizes, and updates on our #conservation efforts.

cheetah.org/events/wiede...

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Just a few #cheetah cubs for your Monday! These two siblings were rescued in #Namibia last year, and are being rehabilitated by CCF.

Want to learn more about the #cats we rescue and return to the #wild? Visit cheetah.org

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Recently, our clinic in Namibia has a special patient -- Jenny! A four-year-old Livestock Guarding Dog, Jenny was limping and was treated by our #vets. Fortunately, x-rays showed the injury was just a strain.

Want to learn how #dogs like Jenny are keeping #cheetahs in the wild? Visit cheetah.org

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POV: When Cloud insists on weighing herself.

Rescued in 2018 as a young cub, Cloud is one of the oldest #cats at the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland.

Want to learn more about #cheetahs we rescue and rehabilitate in the Horn of Africa? Visit cheetah.org

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Recently, we welcomed a group from Art Safari (artsafari.com) at our Centre in #Namibia! It was a pleasure hosting the #artists - and we were amazed by their creativity!

Our Centre in Namibia welcomes day-visitors and overnight guests! To learn more, visit cheetah.org/get-involved/visit-ccf

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Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Today, we are celebrating all the incredible women making a difference in #conservation at Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) and all over the world! Their efforts are boosting conservation outcomes and creating more #sustainable future!

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Race Against Extinction - A Fundraiser for CCF Hosted by Explorer X • Cheetah Conservation Fund

This month, you can join Dr. Marker for a fun-filled evening in Seattle - all supporting cheetah #conservation! Hosted by Explorer X (explorer-x.com), the event will feature tasty food and drinks too! Visit➡️cheetah.org/events/race-against-exti...

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