When Norman was a baby, the heartless man who owned him severely kicked him in the face after Norman bit him. The impact of the man's kick crushed Norman's lower jaw, and the man never took him to a veterinarian. Norman developed gangrene and lost the majority of his lower jaw. Fortunately, someone heard of Norman's ordeal and he was rescued and taken to a Florida sanctuary.

While visiting that sanctuary, our EARS president, Jaye, met Norman, and there was an immediate trust between them. Jaye visited Norman often, took him toys, and spent precious time with him; and a bond soon formed.

The facility where Norman lived took very good care of him, but Jaye wanted more for him. She felt that with all Norman had been through, he should have a large turn-out with a pond, so that he could run and swim. The owner of the sanctuary recognized the bond that Norman and Jaye had, and she knew that Norman would have a great home at EARS, Inc.

Norman was so nervous on his journey to EARS that Jaye rode with him in the transport trailer, talking with and reassuring him for the entire trip.

When Norman arrived at EARS, he was released in his very own, large turn-out. Norman's pen is so large that he actually thought he was free. He ran, played with his toys, and jumped in the pond for a swim. Needless to say, it was a wonderful day at the EARS Sanctuary.

Norman is now living at EARS, and will have a safe home for the rest of his life. He is the kindest and most loving of all the cats. It is hard to believe that he is as gentle as he is, with the horrible experiences he endured as a cub. Ears, Inc. is honored to have the opportunity to care for this magnificent tiger.