Located in scenic southern Utah, Best Friends Sanctuary is home to over 1,700 animals. And you’re welcome to visit!
There’s not much cuter than a lion or tiger cub! Unfortunately, a lot of tourist experiences take advantage of this vulnerable stage of development and offer cub petting or photo experiences. Even worse, unsuspecting tourists are actually often participating in larger breeding and hunting schemes without their knowledge. Read on to learn the truth about cub petting!
It’s easy for well-meaning tourists to hear the word ‘sanctuary’ and assume that they’re supporting a legitimate operation that prioritizes animal welfare. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple.