Columbia Gardens--Butte, Montana

The Zoo is one of the attractions which the visitors find a source of a great deal of pleasure, for here are seen a variety of animals and birds which belong to Montana's fastnesses and plains. These animals and feathered treasures are becoming reconciled to their bondage, and it is doubtful if any of the number would really care to leave were the opportunity offered." (pg 30)

Two of the finest specimens of wild cats that any trapper or hunter ever coveted are in captivity and they, too, like their homes among their admired neighbors. Bobcats above.

The porcupines, badgers, ferrets and some other new arrivals all take kindly to their new surroundings. Porcupines above.

There you have it, from the official Columbia Gardens Guide Book. Except for this memorable quote under the picture of the raccoons which I am sure Vincent and Joey will appreciate:

Rastus, Eliza and Sambo comprise the raccoon family, and they are the admired of all admirers, especially those admirers who have lived in the land where the 'coon' is hunted with gun and dog.