With 196 exotic felines calling the EFRC home, we are one of the largest rescue centers in the United States for abused, unwanted and neglected exotic felines.  Our mission is simple:  We provide permanent homes for exotic felines that have been abused, abandoned or for some reason have nowhere to live out their lives, while educating the public about these beautiful cats. We do not buy, sell or breed cats We give big cats a home for life We provide stable social groups We provide enhanced enviroments We provide the best veterinary care

Since its founding in 1991, the EFRC has served as a nationally recognized leader in big cat rescue, conservation and care.  In the past 18 years the EFRC has grown from its humble beginnings with only three exotic felines to today caring for 196 cats, representing nine different species. We hope through our website you learn not only a little more about the EFRC and our work, but the plight of these majestic cats.

Located one hour west of Indianapolis, Indiana, we are open to the public six days a week (Tuesday - Sunday) from 10:00 am through 5:00 pm.  Closed on Monday except by appointment. Admission is $10 per adult and $5 per child under the age of 12.  Group tour rates and educational programs are available upon request.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS  2010 calendars are here - order now!              Click on the Tony Stewart Auction button.  Tony's charity auction will include exclusive items and 1/3 of all proceeds benefit the EFRC!  UPCOMING EVENTS Pumpkin Party - November 7 Go to our Special Events page for more information.   Saving the Big Cats Charity Auction - January 23 Go to our Charity Auction 2010 page for more information.

The documentary film The Tiger Next Door made its world premier in Indianapolis over the summer. It  is a fascinating and infuriating film about white tiger breeders, human-animal relationships, the exotic pet trade, and animal hoarding in the United States.  Filmed on location in Indiana, Illinios, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, California, and Wisconsin. The EFRC is prominently featured in this full-length movie, as we began accepting exotic felines from a facilty in Flat Rock, Indiana, as early as 2002.  To view a trailer of the film, click here.  For more information about this DVD, please call or email the EFRC.

 Please contact us at efrc1@verizon.net or (812) 835-1130.

2221 E. Ashboro Road, Center Point, IN 47840