Description
Mike the Tigerthe only live tiger mascot in the United Statesis an iconic presence on LSUs 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 LSUs favorite tiger, Mikes 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 VIs cancer diagnosis, treatment, and death, and the search for Mike VII. He gives details about the tigers daily care and routine, provides answers to commonly asked questions about the mascot program, and discusses Mikes 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 Bakers own text, Mike: The Tigers of LSU includes remembrances from many of the tigers 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 LSUs mascot.
Author: David G. Baker
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: LSU Press
Published: 08/16/2023
Pages: 120
Weight: 1.7lbs
Size: 10.08h x 9.06w x 0.63d
ISBN: 9780807180303
Language: English
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