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In memory of
Kittie Sue Babineaux
May 14, 1959 - May 29, 2025
May 14, 1959 - May 29, 2025
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Background
In the beginning, before there was an In-Sync Exotics, there was Vicky Keahey, a hard-working veterinary technician. She spent her days caring for, comforting and playing with the array of animals who visited the clinic where she worked. Then on one fateful day in 1991, a female cougar was brought into the clinic for treatment. The cougar, named Tahoe, accepted her vet’s help graciously. But when it was time for Tahoe to return home, she was kept waiting and waiting until, finally, it became apparent that she had been abandoned. By this time, Vicky had grown attached to the 18-month-old cougar. Since the young cougar now needed a new home, Vicky happily obliged. So with Tahoe, Vicky got her first experience in rescuing and caring for an exotic cat.
Because exotic cats aren’t like average house cats, Vicky had a lot to learn about the specific needs of cougars. Vicky turned to her vet and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for help. Over time, Vicky and Tahoe built a bond of love and trust and learned to respect each other. Vicky had also earned the respect of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. In 1994, an officer brought Vicky a second cougar in need of help. Vicky accepted the ailing male cougar, whom she named Ranger, and nursed him back to health. Tahoe also accepted the presence of Ranger, and the two soon became inseparable. Vicky was now the happy and well-entertained owner of two beautiful cougars. She learned more with each passing day about their personalities, likes and dislikes, and she spoiled them terribly with her love and attention. She also learned that private ownership of two large cats is an enormous responsibility. The cats required very expensive food, shelter and medical care and tremendous time commitments. Though Vicky was content with her two exotic charges, once again fate intervened. Contribute to Insync Exotics
Because exotic cats aren’t like average house cats, Vicky had a lot to learn about the specific needs of cougars. Vicky turned to her vet and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for help. Over time, Vicky and Tahoe built a bond of love and trust and learned to respect each other. Vicky had also earned the respect of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. In 1994, an officer brought Vicky a second cougar in need of help. Vicky accepted the ailing male cougar, whom she named Ranger, and nursed him back to health. Tahoe also accepted the presence of Ranger, and the two soon became inseparable. Vicky was now the happy and well-entertained owner of two beautiful cougars. She learned more with each passing day about their personalities, likes and dislikes, and she spoiled them terribly with her love and attention. She also learned that private ownership of two large cats is an enormous responsibility. The cats required very expensive food, shelter and medical care and tremendous time commitments. Though Vicky was content with her two exotic charges, once again fate intervened. Contribute to Insync Exotics
All contributions made to Insync Exotics through Ever Loved will be sent with the designation, “In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue”, at Michael Babineaux and Kristina Babineaux's request.
Recent contributions to Insync Exotics
Manisha Mahendra
$50.00
June 29, 2025, 5:00 p.m. CDT
$100.00
June 27, 2025, 4:19 p.m. CDT
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Though it was our plan to attend our dear friend, Kittie’s, Celebration of Life, my own mother’s health has been so gre…
Though it was our plan to attend our dear friend, Kittie’s, Celebration of Life, my own mother’s he…
Though it was our plan to attend our dear friend, Kittie’s, Cele…
Sadly we will not be able to attend. Please know our prayers and love are with you all🙏❤️
Sadly we will not be able to attend. Please know our prayers and love are with you all🙏❤️
Sadly we will not be able to attend. Please know our prayers and…
I am so sorry Kittie that you were called home just when you were getting to the fun part of life! But then, you alway…
I am so sorry Kittie that you were called home just when you were getting to the fun part of life! …
I am so sorry Kittie that you were called home just when you wer…
I’m so sorry for your loss. I was saddened by the news when I heard she was no longer with us. I know she must be smili…
I’m so sorry for your loss. I was saddened by the news when I heard she was no longer with us. I kn…
I’m so sorry for your loss. I was saddened by the news when I he…
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