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The first locally born guidelines on captive wildlife interactions, specifically developed in the context of Southern Africa’s landscape, were launched yesterday by SATSA. A robust set of guidelines and a bold move to shun away from the most exploitative tourism activities.
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The Lion Coalition has sent a letter of support to the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve applauding them for their bold move to stop offering cub petting. The Coalition has also offered their expertise and support to further their improvements.
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I beg every single one of you to think VERY carefully before you pet a lion cub, or any other wild animal for that matter, as you will be part of the problem. Go and enjoy the Lion King, I certainly will, but don’t support the captive breeding and suffering of these magnificent creatures.
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By putting less emphasis on the mere entertainment value of captive wildlife and more on the unique storytelling around the species, we can not only enhance visitor experience, but also improve animal welfare and extend the educational impact of the activity. A win-win for all.
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Thanda Tau responds to our Open Letter, but fails to answer the vital questions on why they offer cub petting and where their lion cubs go when they outgrow petting.
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Thanda Tau is a new roadside lion cub petting facility on the N3 between Gauteng and Durban. With a continuous flow of new lion cubs arriving, the question needs to be asked: Where to your cubs go?
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What is the difference between tourist initiated and non-tourist initiated interactions? What does this phrase actually mean? Does that mean the interactions are initiated by the animals? Did this cheetah actually asked to be brushed?
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There seems to be an unsubstantiated belief that the training of the African elephant does not involve the same extremely cruel practices that are inflicted on its Asian cousin, so we debunk a few myths around elephant riding.
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I am often asked what is the harm in petting a lion cub or walking with a lion, as this doesn’t seem to harm the animal. Please read on if you want to understand why we say these cute cubs are bred for the bullet.
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Find your inner #HOWL and join us to #HOWL for our wildlife. Make a short video explaining what you #HOWL for with a massive roar or howl at the end. Share with our #HOWL and #HandsOffOurWildlife hashtags on social media.
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