An injured tiger cub is nursed back to health with the help of a puppy playmate.
Cliff Grant the tiger cub was accidentally hurt by his mom, so he needed to be separated while he was rehabilitated. While he was getting better, workers at the zoo where he was decided he needed a playmate, and introduced him to Prada the dog.
The two quickly became best friends, and now they play all the time! Zoo keepers are so confident the two won’t hurt each other, that they even let them play by themselves! (Source)
NOTE: The tiger is an iconic species, and tiger conservation is involved in attempts to prevent the animal from becoming extinct and preserving its natural habitat. This is one of the main objectives of international animal conservation charities. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has played a crucial role in improving international efforts for tiger conservation.
Fast Facts
Tigers can measure up to 9 feet long. Tigers are very vocal and make friendly “chuffing” noises to communicate with one another. A tiger’s tail hangs loosely when relaxed and twitches when nervous or agitated.
Cliff Grant the tiger cub was accidentally hurt by his mom, so he needed to be separated while he was rehabilitated. While he was getting better, workers at the zoo where he was decided he needed a playmate, and introduced him to Prada the dog.
The two quickly became best friends, and now they play all the time! Zoo keepers are so confident the two won’t hurt each other, that they even let them play by themselves! (Source)
NOTE: The tiger is an iconic species, and tiger conservation is involved in attempts to prevent the animal from becoming extinct and preserving its natural habitat. This is one of the main objectives of international animal conservation charities. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has played a crucial role in improving international efforts for tiger conservation.
Fast Facts
Tigers can measure up to 9 feet long. Tigers are very vocal and make friendly “chuffing” noises to communicate with one another. A tiger’s tail hangs loosely when relaxed and twitches when nervous or agitated.
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