Remember When?

For anyone who has followed the Triple D animals, is starting to follow, or even if this is your first time....it is always fun to witness the development from  baby to teen to adulthood of our animals.  So I just wanted to take a moment to post a few "Then & Now" pictures for our amusement.  ENJOY!!!

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Kali & Khia:  
Mountain Lion Litter Mate Sisters 
Born: July 05, 2011

Kali (right) & Khia (left) - 2 months old

Kali - 2 years old
Image provided by Donald Knight

Khia - 2 years old

Aryaa: 

Snow Leopard 

Born: May 13, 2012 

2 months old
Image provided by Donald Knight

1.5 years old
Doesn't quite fit the same on Heather's shoulder 

Casey: 

Black Bear 

Born: January 17, 2011

Casey Bear at 6 months old
Image provided by Jurgen Sohns

Casey Bear at 2.5 years old
Image provided by Chandelle Cotter

Kupalo: 

Amur Leopar 

Born: May 10, 2012

Kupalo @ 2 months old
Image provided by Anita Erdman

Kupalo or "King Kupa" at 1.5 years old
Heather's left shoulder is often his "throw
Image provided by Chandelle Cotter

Bruno: 

Brown Bear 

Born: January 16, 2012

The day he arrived at his forever home with his forever "mom" at 2 months old.  He weighed 6.2 lbs

This is Bruno as of September 24, 2013
He still has another year and a half to grow!!
Image provided by Tom & Pam Holmes

Hershey: 

Tiger 

Born: March 19, 2013

Hershey Kiss at 2 weeks old in Mariposa, CA
Image provided by Lacy Deist

Hershey at 6 months old playing with Hank

Overview for 2014 Road TripSSSSSSSSS

That's right!  The Triple D will be taking more than one road trip in 2014!

We have already announced that in April, 2014 we will be traveling to Cortez, CO; more specifically the Canyon of the Ancients near the Four Corners.  We will have our best wildlife models exhibiting their natural physique amidst impressive Anasazi ruins.  In addition, we will offer an Authentic Western Horse Roundup, which includes a running herd of beautiful horses that will be showing off their majesty alongside the distinct red rocks at McElmo Creek!

Below are some images of one of the available Anasazi ruins that we will be using for our April sessions. Just imagine....a bobcat, a wolf, maybe even a mountain lion jumping up & around this incredible ancient structure!!!

Image provided by Garry & Ming Adams @
canyonoftheancients.com

Image provided by Garry & Ming Adams @
canyonoftheancients.com

Image provided by Garry & Ming Adams @
canyonoftheancients.com

So if these amazing ruins weren't enough to get you through the year, don't you worry....we've got you covered!!!!  Next stop, SLOT CANYONS!!!  Canyon X to be more specific....

Dates and more information will be released soon, but I'd love to post a teaser image just to get those photographic wheels spinning....

We will have exclusive rights to ensure an uninterrupted experience for our guests and our animals.  

Image provided by Charly Moore @
overlandcanyontours.com

Image provided by Charly Moore @
overlandcanyontours.com

Next stop, Canyons of the Ancients, Colorado! April, 2014

It has been decided!

Triple D's annual April extravaganza will be held just west of Cortez, Colorado.  Located about 40 miles north of the Four Corners, The Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is the perfect site to showcase an elite selection of our wildlife! Many of our photography sessions will be staged right on the Canyons of the Ancients Ranch; home to beautiful, historic Anasazi ruins.  In addition to our carnivorous wildlife, we will be offering a running horse herd and possibly a "Birds of Prey" session as well.

More details are to come so stay tuned!!!  

Something to "cool off" with....

We are definitely in the full swing of summer & it has certainly been a notably hot one for Glacier's backyard.  Continual highs in the mid-high 90's has certainly called for many many ice cold teas and lemonades and some much needed R&R lakeside!  But why should we get all of the fun???  Don't worry we don't!!!  Many of our animals enjoy splashing around the pond or pools that we provide them!  Some of them even get to chase the hose water around!  Here at the Triple D, the animals take advantage of the midday heat with long summer snooze.  We also help them cool off with some frozen carnivore treats, also known as "bloodsicles!"  It is as simple as it sounds....big chunks of frozen blood/water to create the perfect delight for our super stars.  Our bears often get frozen juices & fruits!  There are edible frozen toys for all!

Bruno enjoying a playful break from cleaning as
the hose gets redirected from his mess
to his mouth......
Bruno: 1 Water: 0

We certainly enjoy our beautiful summers here, but nothing beats the winters.  It's Montana!!  Our most adored winter animals are looking forward to it more than anyone!!  More specifically our snow leopard, Amur leopard, Canadian lynx, and our Siberian tiger cub.  Don't miss out on our winter wildlife sessions in January & February...it is without a doubt a sight to see & an moment to capture.

Aryaa (snow leopard) enjoying this past winter snow!
(Photograph provided by Jeff Wendorff)

NatGeo Wild!

Last night, NatGeo Wild aired a three-part series called "Wild Wild West."  Kali & Khia were superstars on national television once again!  They're building up quite the resume for themselves!  If you missed it, it will rerun on June 13, so set your DVR!  Many of you have seen Kali & Khia in action and have taken many photographs of the two beauties so don't miss watching them on the big screen in action!  We are so proud of them!!!!


Click on the link to view show times:
http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/wild/the-wild-west/series/the-wild-west/episode-guide/

This is a picture of Kali & Khia actually on TV...Love it!!!!

School's Out For Summer!!!

Ok, so most of us are no longer in school, but I know I still get super giddy the closer we get to summer!  Right now we're shaking off the last of our Spring showers (hopefully) and eager to get back to business with our incredible summer season.  There are many exciting things about summer; the sun, the warmth, BBQ's, boats, lakes, pools, tans, fresh fruit, baseball, and of course, Triple D's animal babies!  This year's rookie line up consists of a tiger cub, wolf pups, coyote pups, red fox kits, bobcat kittens, and a baby porcupine!  While those baby faces are going to instantly melt your heart, don't forget about our seasoned veterans!  Returning to our active roster is as follows:

• Adult Black Bear - "Casey"
• Adolescent Grizzly Bear - "Bruno"
• Adult Mtn Lions - "Kali," "Khia," & "Andy"
• Snow Leopard - "Aryaa"
• Amur Leopard - "Kupalo"
• Wolves - "Gracie," "Ebony," "Lakota," "Big John," "Julia," & "Cila" (and many more for our wolf pack)
• Coyotes - "Bailey" & "Otis"
• Red Fox - "Big Joey," "Little Joey," "Baron," & "Singer"
• Cross Fox - "Dudette"
• Silver Fox - "Jessie"
• Grey Fox - "Simon" & "Roxy"
• Bobcat - "Cpt. Jack" & "Buffy"
• Canadian Lynx - "Simba," "Avy," & "Lanny"
• Siberian Lynx - "Dora"
• Badger - "Opie"
• Porcupine - "Phyllis Quiller"
• Fisher - "Ferrah"
• Pine Marten - "Ernie," "Tarzan," & "Jane"
• Raccoon - "Missy"

The whole crew, two-legged & four-legged have been working their "tails" off to make sure that this busy summer goes off without a hitch!  We all look forward to seeing you, sharing laughs, and making memories that last forever!

Our tiger cub, Hershey is literally the "cat's meow" around here....

CORRECTION!

Earlier we had announced the birth of a precious baby boy tiger.  We had requested from the breeder a male, and they had said we got our wish.  Well!  When our little bundle of striped fur arrived in California, there was a little bit of confusion as the health certificate said "female."  (A side note: it is extremely difficult to determine the sex of a baby cat.)  We had a boy's name picked out, but we did not want to start calling this little tiger by a boy's name if she was indeed a girl!   So!  For a couple of days we referred to the tiger as a "He-she."  Well, after a couple of days of uncertainty, we all agreed that "he" was indeed a "she."  At that point, the "he" became a "her" & "Hershey" was named.  We were prepared to raise a male, but looking at that face and listening to her friendly chuffs (a tiger's form of purring) for a month straight, how could we send her back?!?!?! We all fell head over heels in love with her and she is now and forever a part of the Triple D family.

Hershey was born on March 19, 2013 and is now, at just 2 months old, 15 lbs.  Pretty soon she'll be growing 10 lbs a week!!!!  She won't be a little fluff ball for very long!  She is curious, playful, & eager to learn! She loves the company of her human (& domestic canine) family, but she likes her space as well.  She is very independent and always trying to explore new things.  We are SO excited to welcome her into our  hearts and our lives.  She will be rocking the ranch all summer long as the new "baby" here.  She will soon go from "cute & cuddly" to "large & in charge!"  Don't miss the "cute & cuddly" stage!!    

Hershey in Mariposa, CA at 1 month old 
Photo taken by Cesar Aristeiguieta
http://cesar-photo.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cesar-Aristeiguieta-Photography/141726335934601

Hershey at 7 weeks old playing with her new "Lamb Chop" squeaky toy