Any time an animal is held in a cage, especially a gorgeous lion, it is distressing. But regrettably, these lovely wild cats are still forced to live in circuses all over the world.
For two of them, it all came to an end when they were saved and given the freedom to wander by a dedicated crew. It is nothing short of dramatic as the two lions make their first contact with grass.
For over eight years, Tarzan and Tanya have been forced to live a miserable life as part of a Guatemala-based circus. The two massive felines were kept in tiny cages, and they have been untreated well all those years.
Fortunately, the Animal Defenders International(ADI) – a worldwide animal welfare group – learned about their story, and rushed to rescue them.
Though these giants are usually fearless, the two were so scared and confused when Jan and Tim, the president and the vice-president of ADI, went to rescue them.
They had endured a very tough and sad life that left scars deep into their hearts, and on their bodies as well. And these last ones show just how neglected these adorable creatures were.
Thankfully, after living such a depressing existence for so long, Tanya and Tarzan were ultimately brought to a treatment facility before being transported to their new home—a refuge in South Africa. Once they arrived, the pair had the opportunity to walk on grass for the first time, and it was a breathtaking sight.
In the video below, find out more about Tarzan and Tanya’s rescue.
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