tranquilize

Example Sentences

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They were joined by San Francisco police and staff from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the San Francisco Zoo, who helped to tranquilize the animal, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times

“Nanuq here was tranquilized and spent a month in Polar Bear Jail before being released back into the wild,” George explained.

From Literature

The bear was tranquilized and later shot and killed last month after wildlife personnel confirmed they had the right bear — a call based on a distinctive patch of fur on her back.

From Los Angeles Times

When a fish and game warden tried to tranquilize the big cat, the officer missed.

From Los Angeles Times

Zadeh said it was shortly before 1 p.m. when deputies were called to assist after a fish and game warden tried to tranquilize the big cat.

From Los Angeles Times