Circus lions taste freedom for first time

[@GeoBeatsAnimals]

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[@pamelaeggleston845]

Beautiful!

[@mariarohmer2374]

Thank you for sharing this info and the work of ADI. Please share more. People need to see what they do.😀

[@zhamiladamn2975]

May Tripal Gem Bless you 🙏 long life for u.

[@feederdiaries4862]

There is nothing wrong with a circus as a concept in general, it's how they actually treat the animals that makes it okay or not. I hope these people had actual proof these lions were not being treated well before they went and took them from people. They could have been very loved.

[@karenS6392]

No animal should be in a circus they should be free.

[@sbffsbrarbrr]

These two are amazing. Years of commitment to each animal and they brought 33 back to Africa. Just astounding. Thank you.

[@Gaius__]

There are several videos of them rescuing animals, mainly big cats. It appears they are a retired couple who use their considerable wealth (rescues of this scale eat money like you wouldn't believe) to rehome animals that should never be pets or "zoo attractions". They have special cages built, charter planes, et cetera, so they probably spend millions on their mission, so far.

[@aimeewaldron383]

​@@Gaius__ one of the best ways to put your wealth to good use 💜 it's a shame that it costs so much though. And years? For permits and vaccinations, etc; makes me wonder if any died while waiting to go home. Years is crazy

[@Gaius__]

@@aimeewaldron383 Yes, it is an excellent way to spend your money. You can't take it with you, right, and doing something really cool with it sure feels good ... especially considering how few of those magnificent creatures are left. We keep encroaching on their territory and their life, so every single one saved is precious, and valuable to the species.

[@BetrothedtotheBeloved]

Yes, and it also makes you realise the danger they put themselves in. Not with the animals but the humans. 😊

[@leepiper4621]

They are pure hearts💕

[@suzanneta8]

The roaring of 33 lions is their sound of freedom. They're finally home!

[@lxik2677]

As a Peruvian, to the team interviewed in this video, thank you for rescuing these animals so much. Quite a few people don't care much for animals here, and there's a culture aspect called "viveza" where people don't protest against injustice and even do it as long as it benefits them. Thank you for overcoming all the people who had those defects, and I hope you got help from the kindness some other Peruvians represent. As for the lions, as their names, Rey and Simba, suggest, they are kings and deserve basic respect at least. It makes me delighted they could taste freedom for the first time in their lives!

[@a.w.thompson4001]

Thank you for explaining this. People raised to love and care for animals can sometimes have trouble understanding cultures where the attitude is very different, and presumably vice-versa.

[@NMN_CP]

@@a.w.thompson4001 Western societies aren't 'raised to love and care for animals'. They mass kill and breed vulnerable animals for meat, fur, eggs, dairy and perpetrate unimaginable horrors while pretending they specifically care for animals kept as pets. Your comment attempts to portray white people in the global north as the standard for empathy and compassion towards animals as a marker for 'civility' while othering 'cultures where the attitude is very different' as cruel and uncivilised. You 'thanking' a person from Peru for describing animal abuse taking place in their country is patronisingly pandering to white supremacy delusions, thinking themselves civil, kind, caring for those they consider inferior, like animals and people of colour.

[@gailgarcia5117]

I love those Lions. So happy for them! So sorry the past life they had to suffer through. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for rescuing them! Job well done!🥰❤️

[@rcmrcm3370]

Those people are not defects, rather it is a set of social defects. After 500 years of colonialism and neo-colonialism, where people are treated brutally, it's easy to become brutal as a reaction. Ayacucho massacre is an example of how brutal and corrupt the institutions built up over 500 years to crush the people and rob them have gotten. That this event was allowed to happen is an indication that the people are starting to gain some sovereignty and with it the dignity that is necessary to extend dignity to others.

[@mariarohmer2374]

Thank you for the insight and for being one of the kind-hearted in the world. It's always really upsetting how so many communities that struggle lack compassion for the creatures of the world. They see cruelty and abuse everyday and are immune to it.

[@andreageiger8951]

I can barely stop crying watching this. The isn't enough gratitude to day to Tim and Jan for all of their hard work and dedication to rescue these majestic creatures from a horrible life of captivity. You two truly are Angels 🙏 😇

[@TiaBijou]

If they could just go around emptying zoos all over that would be a dream for both the animals and the world...😢 🦁 🧡

[@NikkiGRocks4Ever]

Me too. I was crying watching this video. I absolutely loved it when Rey and Simba was reunited.

[@bridgetmasomera4261]

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[@bridgetmasomera4261]

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[@bridgetmasomera4261]

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[@IBTU]

These people are true heroes

[@linda-louiseanthony1979]

Agree 💯

[@mariagraziaantonini3958]

So true! They are ❤

[@zakiasultana1459]

Seriously ❤

[@Trund27]

Absolutely.

[@elieteoliveira-janus2416]

Yes they are.

[@anniemac3075]

What lovely people, thank you for everything you're doing for the lions. ❤

[@userused3199]

Watching them lift their heads to enjoy the breeze nearly brings you to tears. Such a simple pleasure denied to them for too long.

[@TheRealGSmith]

It wasn't a miracle that brought these lions home. It was your hard work and determination.

[@suzannemarienau2760]

​@@elieteoliveira-janus2416Very well said! 😊

[@boymatmat]

Its a miracle that there are some good people left

[@elieteoliveira-janus2416]

@@boymatmat 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Personally, I believe that there will always be, even if there are few in number so that the miracle is greater on both sides. I liked your comment. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Lucienne-zz1sw]

It is nothing to do with God. This was achieved by two good people and many supporters who donated money.

[@plague_doctor0237]

@@elieteoliveira-janus2416 i'm not Christian, but I understand what you mean, it's not God itself that does miracles, it's the good people he sends in this earth

[@DawnOldham]

When I heard that all 30 of them were roaring at the same time on the airplane and again at sunrise and sunset, I was moved. Years ago, our family was treated to a behind the scenes tour of the San Diego Wildlife Preserve. We went into the holding cage where one male tiger was held for a week or so while another male tiger was out in the habitat. I had our one year old daughter on my hip, and when the tiger roared, I RAN from the room that held the cage, straight outside. It was that fight or flight instinct that I'd never felt before! Their roar is SO loud and rumbling that you have to admire it. I could imagine 30 of them at one time. Majestic! (And terrifying, if you're in the wrong place!)

[@PrettierAfter50]

You two are true heroes!.. To have the determination to pursue this rescue against all odds and against ignorant people that would prefer to have them locked up to die, is admirable!.. Thank you for providing the resources and for being there until the day of their release. That's where they belong, free and at home!...

[@Gaius__]

Yeah, it is the determination ... but also the resources. That couple must have spent millions on those rescues, what with all the specialised, custom-built equipment, airplane charters etc.

[@boosted2.4_sky]

The cost and work involved in rescuing these lions is huge.. good for you 👍

[@tiffanybenefield1980]

Oh look at those 2 beautiful creatures. They need love & tenderness just like all other humans & animals.

[@nobheenobhee3902]

The commitment for energy, time, money and long process to rescue 33 lions back to their home. You two are amazing ❤❤❤

[@555BeTheLight]

Incredible story. These humans are heroes and angels. A long procedure to move them but they made it. Thank you so much!!!

[@a.w.thompson4001]

It was a joy to see these lions so happy, and to admire the excellent people who made it happen.

[@brendatenorio5721]

Wonderful! Yes, these people, rescuers, sanctuaries are truly amazing.

[@jenniferpeace2860]

Just crying in happiness for them. Your rescue is incredible

[@mimzyc9949]

Truly amazing that these boys made it all the way to Africa.❤

[@jenjones3035]

Thank you to all of those who work so hard and spend so much time pursuing freedom and happiness for these wonderful creatures. This is what God intended for them. Thank you.

[@xxxvcvv]

To ALL the people involved in saving the circus animals; Thank You So Much!! It just means the world to me and my child self who was horrified the one time I went to the circus 🎪 thank you for going to the top of the world to big those angels home to SA❤

[@michaelangelo7511]

I would think better about some of the Billionaires if they would step forward using their money and influence to help the dwindling wildlife and captive creatures. Instead the pigs spend their money on billion dollar yachts and vulgar opulence. What a sick world. These people put it all on the line and are mountains compared to the cockroaches with the money.

[@C-Here]

@@michaelangelo7511 🎯😥

[@dawngoring7881]

What fantastic news guys, credit to you both well done and Thank you for helping these beautiful boys

[@shadowhund]

Standing ovation 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏BRAVO!!!! Now they're home in nature, where they always should have been🦁❤🦁❤

[@linda-louiseanthony1979]

Loved this. Thank you so much for telling their story Geobeats ❤

[@melaD333]

What miracle workers. Thank you for saving them and giving them a better life - together!

[@truthserum5202]

Congrats to Tim and Jan for your efforts to give these poor mistreated Lions a chance at some peace and relaxation for the remainder of their lives.

[@gracebland8272]

Thank you so much for all the hard work you do to save these lions. I am in tears, happy tears. That finally something good happened.

[@MissBarker93]

They both got their happy ending. ❤

[@LordJHouse]

Respect to these people for their tenacity, patience and execution that they got these lions to an incredible place. All the hoops they had to go through, the opposition, and then the patience...wow. Thank you!

[@buzzyboo6673]

Thank you for your loving hearts and your perseverance.

[@cattailer1077]

No words can ever express our love and gratitude for what you have done! My heart almost can't take it! Thank you soooo very much for the profound love you have for these magnificent animals!🙏🏻 🙏🏾 🙏🏿 🙏 🙏🏽

[@kiko7247]

I've watched the full documentary, it's powerful and emotional. You get to know the crazy amount of organization and coordination it took to the whole team to make this rescue happen. They deserve much support and donations

[@munchiis2486]

Do you have the link for that video?

[@tmm5115]

Amazing to see these lions experience freedom and joy with each other. 💛💛

[@marjoriegoodwin2993]

What wonderful souls you are and what wonderful souls, you have. Blessings for what you have achieved for those who cannot speak for themselves.

[@Sunbeargirl]

ADI achieved a truly remarkable thing in rescuing 33 Lions including these brothers from unnatural & in all likelihood very stressful lives. I’m in awe

[@ice9594]

This story made me cry happy tears 😭 What beautiful, dedicated people rescuing these wonderful abused animals & bringing them back home!

[@hannypressley343]

These people had a pure heart n kind soul i can feel it just watching this video

[@conniehanses]

I can't thank you both enough for ALL of your time, effort, and determination to rescue these beautiful lions. Seriously a wonderful thing to see!💙🌎

[@lynnemanning9553]

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! Such a beautiful story with beautiful animals, and beautiful people 💟💟💟 Lions are so special and such a family unit,, very heartwarming...Hope everyone has very long and happy lives!!

[@Moka4all]

Thank you so much for saving these beautiful lions, this makes me very happy and sad at the same time .

[@carriemclaren-jones159]

They looked so happy in their new sanctuary holding their heads up to sniff the fresh African air. Even animals have guardian angels it seems, and they found that in you.❤😊

[@jaycee5968]

Happy felines. Oh my gosh this is like the movie “Born Free” for real. I’m crying I remember that as a child. That’s so beautiful I wish I could go there. My dad used to fly for TWA and I used to beg him for a trip to Africa for a safari.

[@annhaney8014]

Thank you for saving them. My heart is warmed by the work that you do.

[@dad4ever-c90]

During the flight home, the lions could snack on raw steak instead of peanuts. And their in-flight movie should be Born Free!

[@Lakemichigangirl]

That was so special and beautiful to watch.

[@rebelmaam]

Cannot thank you both and your organisation enough for everything you do 👏💞🇦🇺

[@lesliebrown5446]

Hearing them roar made me cry. Such beautiful beings. ❤️

[@Twistedheart619]

The story and most touching thing as seen in a long time I really needed this today. True heroes. Crying ❤loving it.

[@jaycee5968]

They are the best of humanity ❤

[@phoenixrising5088]

Thank you for this amazing, incredible video of seeing these majestic Lion's being taken back to Africa to the life they deserve. What an incredible journey. You are the best of Humanity. 😍💓🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁

[@iagnesstoltz2874]

Thank you for making this miracle happens for those lions! It’s so heartwarming to see animals who lived in captivity for the whole life, suddenly feel what freedom looks and feels like!🙏❤️

[@cb5117]

This husband and wife are absolutely adorable, and even better people. Saving 44 lions s simply an incredible achievement.

[@l337pwnage]

Ya, well, hopefully someone releases them into the wild so they know what it is like.

[@danaw23]

What a heartwarming story. ❤❤

[@wendiyee6442]

What a wonderful rescue! 🦁♥️🦁 Thank you for helping them live the life they were meant to have. You all are angels of the earth…Be blessed! ♥️🫶🏽💙🫶🏽♥️🫶🏽💙🫶🏽♥️🫶🏽💙🫶🏽♥️🫶🏽💙🫶🏽♥️🫶🏽💙🫶🏽♥️🫶🏽💙🫶🏽♥️

[@Prizzy999]

I've always hated circuses, even without animals but even more so with them! Thank you so much to these two extraordinary people and all the people involved in the rescue to make the miracle happen. This world needs more people like you ❤

[@rpittillo]

Priceless. Thank y'all so much for rescuing all the lions. ❤❤

[@janesantos9868]

All I can say is THANK YOU to you both those involved in this rescue effort. Heartfelt gratitude for all that you do to save these animals and for giving them the life that they truly deserve.

[@indigowolf556]

❤❤ What great people! The lions are acting like they are kittens. This is where animals been long in the wild I am so grateful for people like this. 🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁

[@pvtimms2]

As a child I was taken to the zoo, and I was saddened by everything I saw... Thank you for taking these animals home!

[@missreg333]

What a miracle! How beautiful your dedication and perseverance to get those two brothers home and a better life! Heart warming!

[@marykh59]

Every save you do just is incredible! I was in a place where all the lions began to roar for a few minutes together and there was nothing like that cacophony!!

[@gaynorhead2325]

It warms my heart that these wonderful people dedicate their lives to rescuing these incredible creatures from miserable lives to retire back where they belong!

[@LCLW63]

Amazing rescue! So glad they are together along w/the other 31 lions. May they have many more years of this happy life!

[@msmargiek48]

Beautiful story. Thank you for what you do!

[@mariarohmer2374]

It takes an extraordinary soul to do this work and see the horror, cruelty they do on a regular basis and yet still be able to smile and glow. It would break me but they keep going. I don't have the proper words to express my admiration and my gratitude. Bless ADI!✨

[@stacykuster9409]

Such a beautiful story between 2 brothers. So happy 33 lion were rescued. Thankyou ADI ❤ and everyone involved in their rescue

[@flyby9741]

This story is both heart-wrenching and heartwarming at the same time 😢❤

[@luciafp1142]

Thank you so much for all your hard work and commitment to these beautiful big cats 💖

[@mariach46]

Stories like these makes me tingle all over and want to tear up at the same time. What an amazing rescue! Thank you guys for your dedication and persistence, these majestic creatures deserve their lives back ❤❤

[@menmykrazycat8129]

I’ve seen a lot of beautiful things in my life. But to me, nothing is more beautiful than abused, neglected or captive animals realize for the first time that they’re safe.. and they’re home 💞🐾

[@joyfuljennifer4125]

Thank you for helping these majestic ✨️ cats get back home where they belong💪🏻🙌🏻🫂💞

[@texacola]

Love your work, thank you for rescuing these beautiful animals! What an amazing and well deserved retirement home for them!

[@mochimochi82]

These people made that miracle happen!

[@cookiedee8473]

The endless contribution from ADI has freed so many animals. They are some of the greatest people out there. We are so lucky to have them to help and heal the welfare of our animals worldwide!! 💝🐾

[@patroberts5449]

All my greatest appreciation to you two and ALL the others that were a part of this!

[@RedPanda74]

Tim and Jan truly are animal angels. Keep up the amazing work guys. Bless

[@carolynperry7060]

May God Bless you Tim and Jan for what you did for these beautiful boys!! This is God's work through Angels like both of you. What I wouldn't give to be a part of this by volunteering for you ❤

[@Pkai-hd3gm]

What these two are doing bringing these animals back to Africa is truly Amazing👍

[@shayday6808]

You both are the miracles. Your will, dedication & accomplishments are just the results. I’m so grateful for people like you.

[@brentmason6782]

Incredible rescue! The two of you and all those who helped to rescue these brothers are proof that Angels Walk The Earth!! THANK YOU!!!!!!

[@bassdmin7436]

This was such a beautiful story. They are heros. 💜

[@AliceR27]

When i was about 2 or 3yo , according to my mother, i saw a tiger in a cage at a zoo. I never forgot the overwhelming depression i felt from this animal. Just watching lions on TV, they seem to be such incredibly emotional animals who form deep bonds for life.

[@lindaopperthauser2284]

Just AMAZING!! I absolutely love this for them!! All wild animals should be free!! Thank you for loving them so much!!

[@daisybee1439]

Thanks for extending compassion and understanding to these beautiful creatures!😀😀😇😇

[@nessus47]

I am forever grateful that there are good caring people out there to save animals in distress. Thank you so much for saving these majestic animals, they deserve to be treated with respect and dignity❤

[@kokuhakuqiun4215]

ADI are the same people who rescued that lion named Rueben!! Poor babies!!

[@EGSimon-ds1vf]

Thanks ADI for all the work you do to save these magnificent cats!

[@erikadowdy2382]

Beautiful!! Need more people like this 😊

[@weatherwitchandfelinefamiliars]

Miracles like this can only happen with people like you though, and those who help you. That's dedication, devotion, fighting the odds and never giving up. Precious people and precious lions ❤❤❤

[@louisevanderlinde8590]

Fellow South African here, well done!!! They're home, at last!

[@dmcdaniel2009]

THANK YOU FOR SAVING THEM AND FOR SHARING IT!! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@SusanSpeckmann]

Thank you ADI for saving these two incredible lions, may they live an incredible life as they take their place in the Savannah of Africa.

[@Apchestangenightout]

Sir , you and your wife are the miracle of those Lions . You both cared so much that they are freely walking in their habitat 🇺🇲🙏😇💯❤️🙌👍

[@sandesilva2733]

Both of you will be blessed amply for your kindness to these awesome couple of lions! Blessings!!

[@SandraBullock-rn3vs]

Hello 👋🏻 how are you , I must say you are handsome your handsome caught my attention

[@syndihanson5710]

Thanks to you two, great to see you care ❤

[@NikkiGRocks4Ever]

God bless all the people that work for Animal Defenders International. It is truly beautiful to see all the lions home in Africa.

[@lindavenport9788]

You two & your associates are the miracle in motion. Thank you, God Bless you for doing what is necessary despite the opposition. You're my heroes 🥰

[@cherylgabriel8514]

These storied make me cry my heart out with pure joy and bliss. There are still good people left in the world. This couple, Tim and Jan, if I'm saying it correctly. THANK YOU FOR YOUR KINDNESS AND DEDICATION to saving these magnificent beasts. It takes people with compassion and love for animals to go to these lengths to do this. Many blessings in perpetuity for these two angels on earth. These lions are finally home! Zoos should be banned all over the world. Circuses too. These animals are beaten. Starved and forced to do tricks at the mercy of uncaring humans. Thank God they can enjoy freedom. Thank you to all who had a hand in getting them home. THANK YOU!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@denisemezynski8014]

Need to give this another go( watch), it was that great! I wish ALL caged Animals could have this outcome or better. Thank You to this AWESOME COUPLE❤ Edit: Animal Defenders International❤👍💯

[@a2zin125]

Magnificent animals that should have never been exploited for human entertainment. So happy to see them free!!