Iringa, Toka & Thika: The day after their arrival at PAWS

[@feradivinci1891]

I absolutely despise the idea of any animal living at a zoo. This was a very good plan. Thank you to all involved.

[@irukakudjira8154]

Thank you Bob Barker for your wonderful action in favour of Iringa, Toka and Thika! and Thank you Paws!

[@nrqed]

Bob Barker earned my forever admiration when he fought to stop the use of fur coats on Price is Right. He is truly a hero for the animal cause.

[@mikehall9468]

Patrick. The elimination of the use of seal fur in clothing was certainly a positive move to stop the brutal killing of baby seals that were killed solely just their fur pelts. However when the EU presented this as a total ban on fur it also had a negative impact for our northern Inuit population. The Inuit hunt seals as a food source and they responsibly use the whole animal to support themselves. The fur pelts they did not use for clothing were sold to generate an income which was used to buy fuel, ammunition, snow machines, and other materials to support themselves. I really never gave this much thought myself until my daughter became a teacher on a small island for a 600 person Inuit community. As we followed her time teaching there she would often tell of students who would miss school days because they were “out on the land” helping to hunt for food for the family. You might find this KZbin video interesting to watch. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmaxpGxqebx0h5o

[@mimishella4915]

Bob Barker was a man with money who didn't hoard it, but rather used it to help the lives of Earth's inhabitants. Thank you, Bob.

[@laurelsheart]

Yes thank you Bob, this is tremendous

[@carolynminter7839]

It will never be much wrong with a person who loves animals and want too see them free. Thank you Bob, for being that good and kind person!*

[@gabe-po9yi]

What a great man. He said he intended to die broke, spending all of his money helping animals. I don’t think we know but a fraction of everything he did.

[@Cherrysmith2809]

Mr. Barker donated to our animal shelter on Maui ❤️

[@soniadowney7427]

You make it sound like he's dead

[@jayneterry8701]

Always special to see these 3 elephants when they started their life at Paws in California. ❤ I know one has since died but did get to enjoy a life closer to her original country. Ty Mr. Barker , you did something good. 🙏🇨🇦

[@babytaz4u21963]

I live near the Toronto zoo and was very happy they were rescued. I went after and some of the workers were not happy at all. Can't understand why they wanted these beautiful animals locked up. They didn't like what I had to say. Thank you Mr. Barker for all you help.

[@claritadeluna6609]

babytaz4u21963 - I went many years ago and when I saw the sadness on these elephants’ faces, I stopped going to the zoo. It was unbearable! I’m glad they are in a happier place!

[@gerhardtmuller7439]

i visited from uk in 2004 and i thought they'd gone insane, like the bears and the injured solitary moose. i've now seen this in 2023, so, pleased for the 3 golden girls

[@jrjulesrules1]

Its a shame that so many years were taken away from them.. to see them when they rock back and forth at the zoo literally makes my stomach ache and my heart hurt.. thank you paws...

[@lilianflower3017]

I stopped going to zoos for that reason. It’s horrible to see and feel so helpless.

[@JamieM470]

@@lilianflower3017 Me too. I hope someday zoos will be banned along with circuses. The "preserving species" is BS. The barbaric way zoos obtain their animals, cage them for decades, then the cruel way they get rid of them when they're no longer "entertaining"....I can't stomach it. If they truly want to "preserve species" rather than turning animals into sideshows for money, they would create sanctuaries; not zoos.

[@antipetaassociation4279]

@@JamieM470 not all zoos are bad kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHyyqYaHiJV1ppY

[@ntl9974]

@@JamieM470 we need to #EndZoos. Spread the word widely

[@judiwelch7053]

So wonderful ! Free at last !🐘🐘🐘

[@naomij66]

Bob barker your a very special kind of hero, you’ll share a table with god at meal times and you’ll walk by his side god bless your beautiful heart.

[@OliviaPileggi]

So beautiful! Brought tears to my eyes. Thank you Bob Barker!! &PAWS and everyone involved. The elephants thank you every minute they are there.

[@dohoca1]

How beautiful to share the beginning of their new lives.

[@immenseTie]

Its pure joy. The Bible says Man gave names to all the animals. Man has a obligation to treat Animals kindly. I am so wrapped for these 3 Eles' - Australia applauds what PAWS and Mr Barker have done & too all the people unmentioned and behind the scenes, A very big Thank You.

[@rangerjaxmaxmay7742]

The little one is SO thin!! All three are, & we have never seen Elephants look like that unless dying in a drought. Thank you so much so saving them.

[@tdk7388ify]

Bob you are their champion

[@pamknoll7383]

Sunshine on their backs, sand the earth beneath their feet, grass to eat, FREEDOM wide horizons blue skies, an ELEPHANTS PARADISE 🐘 💙

[@judithcampbell3354]

It’s so peaceful watching these beautiful girls adjusting to their new home. Freedom at last from the Zoo. Thank You Bob Barker and Paws for your rescuing and hard work getting them to the sanctuary. Please Please Mr Barker get the elephant in Edmonton! It needs your help. It’s suffering terribly! Thank You for everything you have done for the elephants and wildlife in need of rescuing. Next time the one In Edmonton please? Thank You and blessings to you Bob Barker 💙

[@liseouellet9705]

Thank you. 😊 ❤

[@moshimonstercutie]

Yes, it's time for Lucy in Edmonton to join our Toronto girls in paradise! To the good, caring people of Edmonton...fight for what is right, which is freedom for Lucy. Write your Mayor and politicians and make it happen!! Start a petition! Together, you can make a difference! The world is watching...make us proud!

[@bachtran5533]

God bless the people who care.. Thank you Soooooo much.. 🐘❤🙏

[@EvansBrosRacing]

Reading the story at the top is so great . T.V. game show host Bob Barker is quite a guy , so glad he is a caring and sharing man . These poor elephants have done nothing wrong but being born into our selfish society . I hope they can live in peace and EAT and drink the way they should .

[@bonnieguerra6300]

What a beautiful sight seeing them free it’ll take time to adjust a lot of land to roam

[@Aroseya]

So happy to see these girls in a hot climate!!! Thank you so much Bob Barker for making this possible... Please post more of these 3 girls. Us, Canadians would love to see them more. Thank you!

[@Gambler77713]

Good to see the girls made it safely. They'll be wondering what's happening when there not stuck inside for the winter, when they've been use to it for so long. Happy to see they'll now get to spend there remaining days, months, years in a more natural setting for them.

[@marylamanna3325]

I went to the Toronto Zoo once when it first opened....I never went back...never went to any other zoo!

[@pannalover326]

Congratulations, Ladies! You made it! Thank you to everyone at PAWS for giving the girls such a beautiful place to retire. I hope both Lucy and Mila will be able to come soon. Especially Lucy. She needs you so badly.

[@deborahmcnally2482]

Someday, I will get there,to PAWS,; on my bucket list

[@RebeccaFitzgerald-u4l]

What a lovely video. My admiration goes out to you and the helpers. You must have the patience of a saint.

[@maxineparker3372]

Such intelligent animals! I’ve seen their drawings of other elephants that are as good as mine, and I’m an artist!

[@anniepatrick]

It is so good of you to have posted this video of the elephants in their new home, as many people have been worried about them. What an ordeal it has been! Looking forward to further developments with Thika, Toka and Iringa at PAWS :)

[@stevevassallo4323]

Saw all three of those beauties at the Toronto Zoo as a kid and I remember wishing that they would someday get away from their pathetic existence as confined and constrained examples of their magnificent species.

[@c.a.greene8395]

Me too! We also went t the african lion safari in Toronto when i was young. The camel spat at my cousin and the girrafe stole my bubblegum right out of my mouth! The moneys damaged my grandpas radio antenna, so we never went back again. Growing up in the 70's zoo's and aquariums were everywhere, even then i knew it was wrong. The only zoo my kids have ever been to is the baby lambs, bunnies and goats petting and grooming zoo's of the temporary kind which pop u around easter on local farms. The kids get to pet the animals and learn about local farm animals and their care. Who doesn't want to brush a week old baby lamb?!!

[@j.cassavoy4661]

Petting farms are exploiting animals too, if you love them don't eat them. What do you think happens to these babies after you are done petting them? Vegan because I love all animals.

[@kimh7568]

Gosh they are majestic. Look at the beautiful way they lumber along. Such grace.

[@lostfound6819]

Kim H So peaceful. I dozed off for a few seconds there and then the ringtone woke me up ha ha.

[@madambutterfly7513]

Kim H - they can barely walk, Will need to strength their muscles after being confined in long journey from Toronto to San Andreas, CA where Paws is. I was there today, these two beautiful elephants look good & moving much better, they’ve been at Paws now for six years!! Safe, secure, well taken care of & loved by the staff, 2300 acres!!

[@GoLightly01100]

Hooray for everyone who got this done. I KNOW they'll be happy, healthy and loved here. Thanks for posting, this made my day :)

[@Lelliott1122]

I love all these beloved elephants❤️ thank you for saving them❤️

[@Nitka022]

awwwww....look at them! The space! The weather! Peace! Amazing!! Simply breathtaking.....THANK YOU ! Love you guys for making that to happen.....a bit late in watching but still emotional....:-)

[@madambutterfly7513]

I and my friend were there today, saw these two magnificent elephants!! They are so sweet, have their forever home to live out the rest of their lives in peace & happiness!! ❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘

[@sweetpea6814]

Did they say how Iringa passed away.

[@PAWSWEB]

@@sweetpea6814 Our July 2015 newsletter announcement on Iringa's passing can be found here: archive.constantcontact.com/fs126/1101778242429/archive/1121759425371.html And our press release here: www.pawsweb.org/documents/IRINGAPRESSRELEASE.pdf

[@Paul-fm3cf]

I can't believe a developed, 'first world' country like Canada still keep animals in terrible conditions in zoos. Their lives must've been terrible for them to show such caution in their new freedom here. I sincerely hope they get over the years of misery they endured and live the rest of their long lives in happiness. Thank you to all involved in making it possible for these beautiful, graceful animals.

[@traygerr]

Thank you to all who were involved in moving these ladies. Too bad the politicians and officials here in TO took so long to come to their senses. Now, please, help the elephant in Edmonton. Thanks, you're wonderful.

[@Liveoak7891]

Just imagine how lovely the silence is, after decades of screaming children throwing things!

[@bethlavender9442]

What a beautiful site! Thank you so much to Bob Barker, PAWS, the Toronto Zoo and each and every person involved in the relocation of our beautiful, majestic ladies. Let's put all the disparaging remarks aside and concentrate on the wonderful life our girls will now have. Still a little concerned about Thika. I know she's timid but I hope she adjusts. These beautiful animals deserve the best; long life, happiness and good health because the world would be a very sad place without them..

[@fharasimiw]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! For leaving the camera on for so long. We can watch how they move and get to see that there are good people there, not leaving them alone. I was so worried about where they were going. I know they are ok, now.

[@13howlsalot]

They are slowly investigating every square inch. So wonderful to see them start their new lives!

[@polarbear8304]

I hope to see more of our zoo's Iringa, Toka and Thika in there new home soon. I am so happy the trip there was so successful. I was so worried the stress of the move might have killed them and glad to see it went so well. Hope they enjoy the retirement in a much better environment .

[@judyvalencia3257]

There is something so calming, so soothing watching them.

[@christineswan1937]

Better than koi!

[@vallee3140]

They seem so subdued were they badly treated?? thanks so much for rescuing them, and thanks to everybody that helps animals be free.

[@Bruineca]

Thank you so much Paws and Bob Barker and everyone involved in this wonderful outcome for much deserving old gals. I love Bob Barker, nothing sexier than an animal loving man.

[@RoulinBrooks]

Yesterday it was as cold as hell here in Toronto. The girls are going to have a hugely better quality of life in California. Sincere thanks to everyone who fought so hard for so long to get them to PAWS.

[@katygitlin9615]

Cool stuff, makes me smile 😁

[@unscreenedopenlines6421]

Welcome to California girls! Hope you have a happy and healthy life here!

[@dionnedunsmore9996]

I love African elephants ❤😊

[@stacy4633]

Thankyou Bob Barker! If only the Edmonton Valley Zoo would have let Lucy go. Lucy is still trapped in cold Canada 😔

[@barbarasanderson8436]

Barbara Sanderson I live in Mississauga, Canada. Thank you so much to Bob Barker and the Paws Sanctuary for giving these three wonderful elephants the life they deserve.

[@patshhi4620]

I read an article recently that said Bob Barker is fading fast. I think he has developed Failure to Thrive and just doesn’t want to keep living without his wife who died several years ago. All these sanctuaries that Bob supports will feel the money pinch when he passes. Betty White, another animal supporter, is also quickly fading. I don’t know if there are other, younger Hollywood people who will step up and carry the torch. For these animals’ sakes I hope someone does.

[@raedarden9830]

Patshhi4: Not many in "Hollywood" these days think beyond themselves. I believe it will be up to the public to take over when benefactors like Barker and White no longer can.

[@christinehutchins123]

Perhaps, I hope, they have already planned ahead for this in their will..

[@Brembelia]

@@raedarden9830 Sadly, I believe you. The people in Hollywood today are supporters of the neoliberal element that is currently running the country. They collect massive mansions instead of being involved with charity causes. They checked their willingness to serve the greater good at the door. :(

[@raedarden9830]

@@Brembelia Unfortunately, the self-absorbed attitude of the "elites" is becoming pandemic, much like covid..."How I perceive and feel is tantamount to anything else." God bless the Bob Barkers and Betty Whites among us. (I give what I can to help trustworthy foundations.)

[@kawythowy867]

Thanks Bob Barker. You da man buddy.

[@pamelahicks517]

Freedom for these beautiful ladies!!!! Little by little they will realize how much life for the better will be for them. ❤🐘

[@whipchick90]

Beautiful place for them all!

[@viclaney6575]

Thank-you Paws for rescuing these beautiful, deserving animals. An update would, indeed be appreciated. Also, many of us are wondering if you've had a chance to check into the possibility of rescuing an elephant with plight addressed on Facebook. A woman sought your help not too long ago regarding the featuring of her picture and name on youtube in an effort to raise awareness of her suffering among global citizens, hence, donations for rescue. The elephant's name is Mai and she too is chained, hurting and lonely. Please!!! Let us know if you can or have already helped her so, if necessary, a funding venue can be set up for her. I'm praying that the outcome for Mai will be so positive that photo, name and bio of each elephant in need will be routinely posted on KZbin so as to raise awareness of their plight among the millions of folks to whom Facebook is, for whatever reason, unappealing. Blessings, always.

[@miahyde8249]

They look so confined.im sure will have a outdoor large space with plenty of water.i hope they feel safe and know they are cared for.

[@PAWSWEB]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWTSfK2lht58e8k

[@mmorandin]

They're so beautiful!

[@ruthdodds1735]

To watch this video and see how well cared for these elephants are in the beginning of their life to freedom at last is extraordinary. They finally have peace and purpose.

[@avrilbowler8755]

The first elephant seems so wary of everything. They are such precious, majestic animals. They don't deserve to be kept penned in small areas and condemned to such an unnatural life as they had before.

[@ac8907]

Be happy beautifull girls, and enjoy your new life

[@stephaniebowens9958]

This makes me smile and my heart joyful.

[@cindywines2126]

The last ele seems scared. Maybe overwhelmed. The first two went right out. They will love it!!

[@lindaharrison995]

Thank you for showing the video. I was so worried about the elephants and the long travelling that they did. Take care of these precious animals, I know that they have gone to a great place to retire. Thank you so much for caring.

[@danabrear9832]

Thank you for posting this video. It is so nice to see them! We Toronto residents were so worried about them! Please keep the updates coming. And the elephants were never chained at the zoo. I had a season pass yearly and never were they treated badly or chained. Please don't be ignorant and know your facts before u post lies. Keep our ladies happy and healthy PAWS :)

[@dantyler7374]

Dana Brear so you were there 24/7 and saw what happened to them when the zoo was closed or they were not on display? You went into all the back areas? You were there at night too?

[@soniadowney7427]

@@dantyler7374 what about cold winters

[@liliasgordon3565]

I am coming to this a good number of years down the line. I think, from this footage, it is safe to say that these Ellie's are all enjoying the new found freedoms they have now. The zoo model does not work on large foraging animals such as elephants as they world normally travel large distances on search of food/water. From that perspective where these babies are now should suit their needs better. Let's focus our attention now on getting Lucy free from Edmonton zoo where the 'general practitioner' vets associated with the zoo are still refusing to release her to sanctuary saying she is too ill - no she bring in too many tourists and dollars. 😡

[@c.c.3878]

It is so terrible what humans have done to elephants worldwide. I hope for the day all elephants will be released from captivity and moved to sanctuaries like this one. And I hope in the years to come that the elephants will always be safe and secure in these sanctuaries. Because of changes in governments, elections and so forth, recessions, in a human world it always affects the natural world and the animals.

[@RReederONE]

Truly heartwarming to see the "girls" loose and in warm sunshine!

[@shiboof]

Welcome Gorgeous Girls!!

[@kirbyharris5576]

Hoping their release to the large enclosure will be a quick event. I am sure the freedom eles will let them know - no pain here! :) Can't wait for an update video.

[@BLUESBRIGADEBLUESBRIGADE]

The first day after their arrival, I can already see them walking faster as if nothing happened , today 12days later,, they must be totally loving the new climate of sunny side California,

[@TheCowboneneck]

They seem to be getting used to the lay of the land. Thika seems a bit reluctant but she was born in Toronto so that May have something to do with it. They were never chained in Toronto. That was just for their safety while traveling. I wish these gorgeous ladies a wonderful life in my home state and will miss them very much. :)

[@streyteam]

Speechless ~ So Sweet

[@patshhi4620]

I just thought of something. We are all so happy these elephants are now free to do what they want to do. In a way, I bet they are terrified. They have spend their whole life having someone dictate what they were supposed to do......now all of a sudden they can do what they want. They probably feel lost. They have not developed the skills necessary to cope with freedom. I hope they have or bring in an animal psychologist to help. These elephants are a lot different from the other video. In the other video the elephants were running around squealing, jumping around in the river and having a good old time.

[@madambutterfly7513]

Patshhi4 - Geez, give them time, they arrived the previous night from Toronto, over 3,000 mile journey!! Six years later, 2019, I saw them today, open house wkend at Paws, they look happy, are happy, peaceful & well loved by the staff. 💛🐘💛🐘💛🐘💛🐘🐆🐘💛💛💛

[@kathythompson1174]

could we have an update 2019 thanks

[@robinquirk7201]

I'm soooooo happy happy 2 c them there now ur complete

[@maheshvarma7222]

See kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXfCnY1mosaaZ80

[@cacampbell3654]

Yes! It’s now January 2021, and I’m wondering how this move has worked out in terms of the horrific fires California has been struggling with?!

[@sylonis55]

They look SOOOO good!

[@crikeymos22]

That's was easy to donate. Just click on left of screen. Great Job guys.

[@hippohavenk]

fantastic result for African elephants to now have sunshine and space compared to what they have been living with. Well done to Steve Gordon who picketed at the zoo and pasionately followed his dream to get them released and thanks to BobBarker for funding it all. Wonderful to see. Steve by the way was eventually banned from the zoo, his heart is in the right place as are all that helped with this move. Love to you all Karen and the Turgwe Hippos

[@forbsio]

They had to have each leg chained to the crate for stability whilst travelling. Up until the TZ keepers started the crate training, over a year ago, they had never had chains for anything. Broke our hearts to see them wearing them but knew it was part of the process. So glad they are off and our girls have safely arrived.

[@leigh-on9thims]

Today is year 2024,any updates on all of these beautiful elephants in california?

[@gabrieleruth1220]

thank you so much

[@jimclarke1108]

Great work

[@WildflowerNJ1]

Thank you xxxxxx

[@guyski666]

If these Elephants are happier now that they are not up here in Canada, then I am very happy too.

[@Kaytee5657]

I saw them unchained many times. In fact, they only had chains on their legs in preparation of the move - the chains were to safely secure them for their long move.

[@davidhill1220]

Krista Thompson ¡

[@heyjude4842]

Now you will be taken care of, you can enjoy the rest of your life in kindness

[@mienamie4448]

Yes Amen and Amen🤗😇😑😊☺😍😗Thank you so much xxx.

[@lindamorris6646]

Toronto zoo should be closed down PERIOD!! Thank you Bob Barker for making this happen!!

[@barbarasanderson8436]

Barbara Sanderson I love Bob Barker too!!!!

[@jennyjones4859]

I love watching the elephants as they are getting uused to their new environment.But I was wondering do you interact with the Elephants like touch them and play with them?

[@brendatenorio5721]

Ditto. Update would be great. Gratifying to watch after all these years but update please.

[@VaitheeswaranRamaswamy]

Nice to see them without chains. Thika unchained!! Iringa unchained!!!. Toka unchained!!! Well done folks at PAWS

[@maryblakelock1030]

I would love to see more tape on our Toronto Elephants please let us Toronto residents see more oToka, Thinka and Iringa. Thanks.

[@myfanwy1136]

Scottie beamed her out at 7:47.

[@frankcolumbo9615]

Well, they beamed 2 whales 🐳 from a Klingon Bird of Prey in Star Trek IV, subsequently an elephant from the Enterprise 🐘 must be routine

[@susanhuber1932]

How are all the elephants doing now? 1/1/2024 They are such exceptional and loving animals when they are free to be elephants together.

[@SeniorLassy]

I'm wondering why they were transferred from Toronto. They don't look very healthy and I would never have thought that Toronto Zoo would abuse animals in any way. Bob Barker was an Earth Angel! We have a wonderful elephant sanctuary here in Middle Tennessee called The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee!! So happy for those magnificent animals!

[@veronicalake2751]

Going to the Zoo Was Not a Good Day For Me as a Child. I Never Went To Another One Again.!!! It's about Time They Take Elephants back Home.!!!

[@chowmikki]

Some americans, canadians included seem to think the 3 ladies had always been chained. Glad you set the record straight.

[@judyvalencia3257]

I was wondering how do they get them back to their "pens" at night. Or do they have the option to stay out?

[@PAWSWEB]

Thought you might enjoy reading "Elephants After Dark", an article from our August 2018 newsletter: conta.cc/2PhypIu

[@raedarden9830]

PAWSWEB: Thanks. That was interesting.

[@marshhen]

This is the retirement that all elephants in captivity in zoos, circuses etc deserve. For those incapable of reading the description and freaking out about the size of the space, they are being slowly introduced to an 80 !!! acre piece of land. Why don't you take out your hostility on the people profiting off the suffering and enslavement of these magnificent creatures instead of leaving nasty comments on this channel's videos. I am glad to see this place is here. It needs more generous rich people to get involved to stop the suffering of these animals. In the meantime for those "expert" commenters who dont know an African elephant from an Asian elephant, why not just go rant on the videos of tourists who ride elephants on holiday.

[@mollycanadian]

I'd love to see them meet the other three "girls!"

[@chowmikki]

@Vaitheeswaran Ramaswamy: I replied previously to your comment. Chains, 3 on ea. elephant were only used in preparation for the trip and during the trip. It's standard procedure.