Wildlife SOS was established in 1995 with the aim of protecting Indian wildlife. The Agra Bear Rescue Facility opened in 1999 as a response to the widespread practice of using sloth bears for entertainment. The organization worked closely with the Indian government to enforce the ban on dancing bears and provide a safe haven for rescued animals. Over the years, the facility has rescued and rehabilitated hundreds of sloth bears, giving them a second chance at life. The success of the bear rescue program led to the establishment of an elephant rescue center within the same facility.