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WELCOME TO Sybil's
Den Home Page Meet
Sybil and Benny the Happy Black Bears
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This site is intended to help
explain
what it is like raising black bears
and other exotic animals.
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All the information
within this web site is only based on my experience of
raising black bears.
Black Bears are NOT for
everyone.
They should be understood , researched, talking with other bear
owners before even
considering buying a black
bear.
Black Bears are expensive to keep, mostly due
to the pen and housing.
They require water flow.
Please keep in mind, that owning a black
bear will change your life style.
This means no more vacations, less time for
other activities.
Also, please keep in mind, that they are
very strong animals as they grow.
This is going to require a very sturdy
enclosure for them.
Bears still have wild instincts. Sometimes
their moods can change
in a split second.
Also, building too small of a pen, and lack
of activities for them,
will only bore them. "A bored bear is a
bad bear".
Many states are now banning large animals.
It is important
to check with your state for their
requirements.
If you are considering a bear or any exotic without a
permit (if required)
most likely the animal will be taken and
killed.
A fine most likely will be
incurred by the owner.
If you have a bear and decide to
release it to the wild.
Chances are slim the bear will
survive.
There is much more to
be said about raising black
bears, as is, other exotic
animals.
Most exotic animals CANNOT be raised like
dogs or cats.
They all require special care, understanding and diets.
Please
visit my message board.
There is
a lot of knowledgeable members that will be happy to answer any
questions you might have.
http://sybilsden.com/bb/
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A few words from Sybil
Lynn
The Black Bear |
My
name is
Sybil Lynn
I am a black bear that was
born in captivity. |
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My Mom and Dad adopted me April 27, 2001 at the age of 3 months.
Mom and Dad had to bottle feed me when I was a bear cub..
I was a bit cranky then. Being a real bear, I did not understand their
type of love.. I now understand them more and love
them.
Being raised in captivity is great. Unlike most other bears, we are
fed whenever we want. We get treats..
I love hard candy.. I will sit up when mommy has hard candy for me..
I
have a black bear to play with, his name is Benny. We are two very
happy black bears. Benny and I get along great. We play all day and I now
have someone to sleep with at night.. We both are very happy together..
Benny and I never have to worry about being shot by a bear hunter or being
caught in a bear trap or hunting for food like the other black bears in
the wild.
Benny and I have our very own house with a loft and steps going to our
den. Of course a big yard to play in. We sure have a lot of fun together.
However, we are not easy to
raise, and use to get in a lot
of trouble when we were young.
Mommy and Daddy
does everything they can to take
the proper care needed. I
know it was not easy for them.
We do need a lot of special care
and a lot of understanding.
Please check out my care sheet. It will give you a
little bit of an idea on what it is like raising black bears.
Don't
forget to check out my
Ask any questions about me and all my friends or leave a helpful message.
I
would love to hear from everyone.
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MORE EXOTIC
PETS ~ FARM ANIMALS ~ DOMESTIC PETS
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What is it like to raise Black Bears,
Llamas, Foxes, Raccoons, Pet Cows, Emus, pigs and more.
Can all these animals actually co-exist with each other?
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Do raccoons make good pets?
Get more information
on this site.
I highly recommend doing research prior to owning a raccoon and checking with your
state to find out the legality of owning a raccoon.
Raccoons need to be understood, prior to getting one.
If they are not raised properly, you will have a
mean raccoon. It is a MUST they get fixed, and you will need to find a vet
that will treat them.
Raccoons can bite very hard, sometimes to the point where it would require
hospital treatment.
Mine have never bit
me, and never showed aggression.
My raccoons have a lot of activity and are never bored.
Keeping a raccoon in a small cage is asking for trouble.
CLICK HERE
for more information about raising a raccoon.
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FOXES |
Have you ever thought of raising a fox? or
do you already have one.. Foxes are very intelligent and yes, SLY animals.
I highly recommend doing research prior to owning a fox.
Foxes are NOT like dogs or cats, therefore, they need to raised
different than dogs and cats.
Foxes need special care as with most
other exotic animals.
 Did you know that foxes will mark?
Their urine smells almost like a skunk.
Please do research prior to buying any type of fox.
Please check out a care sheet on raising a
red fox.
To view care sheets for different breed foxes/ exotic animals/dogs
CLICK HERE
There is a lot of good information on my message board,
along with a
lot of experienced fox owners.
Feel Free to join us.
http://sybilsden.com/bb/
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COWS/STEERS |
What are cows really like when they have the
opportunity to be with people and other animals?
This is Oscar, he is a steer. I bought him when he was only a few
weeks old.
I recommend having the horns removed (only when they are young calves)
Unfortunately when I had Oscar's horn removed, one grew back.
NEVER, have this procedure done in hot weather.
Oscar is a great guy. He loves attention and gets along
with all the other
animals.
Find out on many of the links for different animals.
CLICK HERE for more pictures
and information.
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Mini Donkeys |
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Mini Donkeys make great little pets.
They are naturally friendly and get along great with
other animals, even dogs.
Mini Donkeys, love attention, and like to be petted.
My mini donkeys get along good with all the other animals.
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EMU'S |
Do Emu's make good pets? You bet they do.
Emu's are very gentle birds and like people.
But, I recommend understanding their proper needs prior to buying an emu.
CLICK HERE for more Emu
Pictures and information and the care sheets for
Emu's.
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COONHOUND DOGS |
What are coonhounds like?
Do they make
good pets? 
 Coonhounds are not
strictly working dogs.
If raised properly, coonhounds can
co-exist with other species of animals. (foxes, raccoons, bears, mini
donkeys, cats.)
Keep in mind, just like all dogs, they need understanding, attention and
exercise.
It is sad that there is so many unwanted dogs and cats. Many are given up
because the owner can't control them, get bored with them. When you bring
a dog home, be sure to understand his/her needs. You give them love, and you
will have more love returned.
CLICK HERE
for a care sheet on dogs. |
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