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Highlights
- Mike the Tiger--the only live tiger mascot in the United States--is an iconic presence on LSU's campus.
- About the Author: David G. Baker was the primary veterinarian for Mike the Tiger from 1996 to 2022.
- 120 Pages
- Nature, Animals
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About the Book
"For almost a century, Mike the Tiger has symbolized the spirit and resolve of Louisiana State University. The only live tiger to reside on a college campus, Mike now reigns from his sanctuary just outside Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge. In this new book about Mike, his longtime veterinarian David Baker reflects on his experiences with Mikes V, VI, and VII. Fresh material includes accounts from Mike's student caretakers over the years, Mike VI's death, and Mike VII's arrival on campus. Readers will also learn about the woman behind Mike's popular social media accounts. Over 100 photos, virtually all of them not previously published, further enhance the volume"--Book Synopsis
Mike the Tiger--the only live tiger mascot in the United States--is an iconic presence on LSU's campus. From his tiger sanctuary next to Tiger Stadium, he draws a steady stream of fans, adults and children alike. In this new book about LSU's favorite tiger, Mike's former veterinarian David G. Baker reflects on his decades of caring for three of the live mascots, beginning with Mike V in 1996. Baker gives fascinating behind-the-scenes glimpses of the tigers as he recounts episodes such as Mike VI's cancer diagnosis, treatment, and death, and the search for Mike VII. He gives details about the tiger's daily care and routine, provides answers to commonly asked questions about the mascot program, and discusses Mike's popular social media presence. He also delves into new traditions, such as the creation of "meat art" for Mike to devour before home football games and the overnight holding of graduation rings in the night house with Mike. In addition to Baker's own text, Mike: The Tigers of LSU includes remembrances from many of the tiger's veterinary student caretakers over the years, who reveal how caring for Mike the Tiger impacted their lives. Loaded with more than one hundred new and historical photos, Mike is sure to please the most avid fans of LSU's mascot.About the Author
David G. Baker was the primary veterinarian for Mike the Tiger from 1996 to 2022. He lives in Lincoln, Nebraska.Dimensions (Overall): 10.08 Inches (H) x 9.06 Inches (W) x .63 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.7 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 120
Genre: Nature
Sub-Genre: Animals
Publisher: LSU Press
Theme: Big Cats
Format: Hardcover
Author: David G Baker
Language: English
Street Date: August 16, 2023
TCIN: 89496325
UPC: 9780807180303
Item Number (DPCI): 247-29-5120
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 1.7 pounds
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