Sloth Sanctuary - Costa Rica

"Over twenty years ago a small sloth was brought to my door. I cupped the tiny animal in my hands and knew I had to do something. This baby sloth, who many of you know as Buttercup, was dying of starvation. Her mother was most likely dead and I was faced with a huge challenge. At the time, little was known about sloths, much less baby sloths. I was warned that I should let the baby go, that I would not be able to feed her, that I would only prolonging the inevitable. I looked down at her little face and knew that I would do anything in my power to save this tiny sloth.

Buttercup had a few difficult months. But, through trial and error I was able to concoct a diet that brought her into adulthood. Today she holds the record of being the sloth to live the longest time in captivity and she reigns supreme over our veranda at the Sloth Sanctuary. Zoos from all over the world now contact us about our advice on food and care.

As the years passed, we became the "sloth people" Orphaned and injured sloths were brought to us for rehabilitation. We began a local educational program teaching that baby sloths are bad pet choices, we raised awareness about poaching, and we became a gathering place for an international group of scientists interested in sloth research.

Today we are responsible for over 150 sloths. Many have been maimed by electric wires, or tortured by cruel humans. They require our constant attention. We love taking care of these adorable, gentle animals, but we need your help.

Please consider helping us take care of these beautiful animals and to raise awareness in our local community so the needless cruelty and the pain will stop."

Judy Arroyo

PS - If you would like to give your tax deductible donation by check instead, please make the check out to: "Sea Save Foundation" with "Sloth Sanctuary" in the memo. You can send the check to:

SeaSave Foundation, 22631 Pacific Coast Highway #110, Malibu, CA, 90265