Saving Kaavan, the world’s loneliest elephant

[@FOURPAWS.International]

Dear South China Morning Post, thank you so much for telling Kaavan´s incredible rescue story! It was one of the most challenging missions we have ever carried out. Best, the FOUR PAWS team

[@nallaguntlavamshi7098]

Love your work. Great job guys❤

[@deooconer3963]

hey Four Paws thanks for all the effort on this. Can you look into Mali as well in Manila Zoo?

[@k1thya]

thank you as well

[@Rathod-1123]

Ayy

[@MikeOck88]

amogus

[@LEELOLKH]

Kaavan is no longer lonely here in Cambodia. We’ll take care of him the best we could. Shout out to Cher that made this happen.

[@teachingclinic2378]

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[@triptipratapsingh5063]

Please please take great care of kaavan 🌻

[@511dydy]

Please take care of him

[@donnageorge6506]

can not could

[@GeorgeMartinus]

Do you believe the life after love?

[@Albertdepena]

It wasnt your smell, nor your hair, nor your voice. It was your heart that he trust Dr. Amir. You treat him with love and respect, something he never felt before. You are a wonderful human being.

[@RobertMcD]

If only the same heartfelt feelings were applied to cows, pigs, chickens, etc. 😢

[@ZentaBon]

@@RobertMcD their time will come soon.

[@marieindia8116]

@@RobertMcD it is, sometimes. Especially on smallholds.

[@RobertMcD]

@@marieindia8116 not on mass scale consumption at fast food restaurants etc.

[@matthewheeke4377]

I could not have said it better myself. The vet is amazing 😊

[@kapral_jedziniak]

Treating animals is a measure of humanity

[@thecashewtrader3328]

Index

[@grapeshott]

“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way in which its animals are treated.” “Mahatma Gandhi

[@neerajchoudhary3709]

Leaving them alone is measure

[@marieindia8116]

@@neerajchoudhary3709 I say you are wrong.

[@vegan1545]

I hope Dr. AMIR will be able to visit KAVAAN again in Cambodia... that would be marvelous reunion....Thank you Dr. AMIR.....

[@ginahall5163]

That is what I was wondering about, and hoping for, also. I am sure that Kavaan misses his dear friend.

[@donnageorge6506]

agreed

[@LaoSoftware]

Elephant belong in the forest with other animals. The forests is natural home. No more animal abuse.

[@Allan_kalbo]

@@LaoSoftware but they can die with out a pack of them because in nature if ur just 1 ur gonna be the target

[@happyllama1160]

@@LaoSoftware Unfortunately since he has been captive so long he wont be able to go free. It’s far better for him to be looked after in the sanctuary with other elephants and lots of space and enrichment

[@karnadyjuan]

not his voice but its his amazing heart that makes kaavan trust him

[@cr8114]

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[@karnadyjuan]

@@cr8114 thank you for the unrelated link promotion... you've earned 1 more dislike

[@champaperera8487]

You are right .kindness can do marvellous deeds.

[@sanhestar]

Dr. Amir: it is never a mistake to form a bond with an animal. Even for a vet. Thank you for giving Kavaan your friendship.

[@ValeriePallaoro]

He's a vet ... imagine what that means for him to bond over his animals. I'm very much glad that Kavaan is the animal that created this bond for him though.

[@araelenecaletti1665]

Cher a famous singer. Is a legend

[@BlueBirdsSong]

Please don’t cry sweet man, you saved him, he will remember you forever. I am crying now, not only because I see you sad but watching you sing to him, hug him…you will be rewarded for your kindness and empathy if not here on this Earth but when you meet him in Heaven a long time from now. Thank You so very much for all you did and I think you have a beautiful singing voice 💫✨🐘🐘❤️

[@tessariles4488]

Moved my heart. Thank you Dr Amir.

[@nazs3332]

Dr. Amir you're wonderful. Kaavan cried because he found love in your presence. Thank you for being the conduit to saving his life

[@mpandunky]

I have followed this story intently. Dr. Amir is truly a world hero. Hope this raised awareness that animals in zoos mostly suffer and we must treat them better.

[@cr8114]

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[@udanigunarathne6693]

Agreed 💯

[@Leyla7292]

@@udanigunarathne6693 OH me too 🌺

[@juliasewillfarmer6073]

Me too

[@sunilramakrishnagandati4297]

There are many kavaans out there in this brutal world, We need more DR Amirs here.

[@divyarathor9992]

@ Sunilramakrishnavarma Gandati, you can be one too, why wait for someone else to come. Just need to have a desire and put your will behind it.

[@jasminatf]

In a way, we can too! If people stop going to zoos, eventually they would have to shut down and the animals relocated :) although I don’t know how to help elephants in the wild being poached

[@kayleighbyrne5191]

@@jasminatf Actually, some zoos are beneficial to wild animal populations (for example Marwell and the Hawk Conservancy in the UK). Closing zoos won’t help the populations, particularly with the species that are being poached. Edit: for example, the scimitar-horned oryx was extinct in the wild, but there is now a “world herd,” which consists of different oryx from zoos from all over the world - the oryx were bred in the zoos and then released into the “world herd.”

[@alvexok5523]

Yes, especially since elephants have the most simple and compassionate natures, all they ask for is love and kindness and they are full of joy. Elephants do not want to attack anyone but feel they have to if they or any of their fellow phants are threatened, that's what causes most attacks, that and males in musth. Otherwise, if phants are free of threats and treated kindly and lovingly, they truly are compassionate gentle giants. Sanctuaries are the perfect place to find the gentle phants for that reason, and males in musth are taken to a separate enclosure until their musth cycle ends. Male musth attacks in sanctuaries are rare because sanctuary staff are trained to notice the early musth signs in adult males before they enter the aggressive stage, so again, it's basically a garuntee that the phants roaming around the sanctuaries are full of joy and compassion, see how the phants at the Thai sanctuary are also

[@ahmadyulyfirmansah5937]

The Elephant is social creature, that mean he need a friend. Be it Human or other Elephant or even another species of animals. After more than 30 year, I hope he live full of happiness to the end of his live.

[@cr8114]

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[@equarg]

Bull elephants can be more isolated and alone for short periods of time. But, elephants in general and social creatures. I am glad he his no longer alone.

[@mane367]

the vets smile can clearly tell you how wholesome he is to work with the elly, thanks doc you are a gem, love from India

[@cr8114]

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[@horsecrazyky]

This man is so clearly something extraordinary and special. It’s almost like he has light coming from him. What a beautiful elephant and a beautiful human! We should all follow his lead. Bless his heart.

[@asanthabandara2615]

Elephants are smart. I'm a sri lankan buddhist and its said when the buddha was meditating in forests it were elephants who brought him food. I'm happy that he will be relocated. Have a happy life kavaan

[@troll2637]

I am Sri Lankan too! Hi.

[@asanthabandara2615]

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[@Overlordvoldermort]

This is so bittersweet. Blessing to the whole team and I’m so glad that kavaan is in a better environment now. I hope that the vet can work with him soon again

[@ahmadrazaupdate9505]

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[@MissesWitch]

I'm happy Dr was there for him when he was alone. That REALLY makes a difference to his health!

[@kookiescream1539]

I remember watching his journey from Sri Lanka to Pakistan and then going to combodia for his forever home. I remember i saw his whole journey i watched every update four paws international gave on its ig. It was sad to see kaavan struggling n living alone for so long. And now he is finally home in safe place. I remember not just the people in Pakistan helped and supported but the whole world came forward to help. I am so happy to look back again at this beautiful journey. thanks to the four paws team, the zoo keeper, the Pakistan Court , the people who helped, the media who covered the whole news properly and patiently ♥🐘💚

[@cr8114]

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[@maraclausum]

This man is so beautiful! he should open his own animal sanctuary! And he will by his beautiful and empathic personality get many people supporting him.. I am sure of this! Kaavan trusted him because he felt his beautiful soul.

[@littlebirdy845]

Seeing so many people coming together to give this incredible sentient being that had suffered for so much of his life, a better life gives me hope for humanity. I hope one day all animals are no longer in zoos but living naturally with their own communities

[@araelenecaletti1665]

But. ??? They do get killed for their tusks ivory

[@melomelodie8279]

That doctor is an angel on earth!! I'm so glad Kaavan is doing better now. Elephants are such precious creatures. 💖

[@jourdainhiini6548]

The saddest part in this story is that they're not together anymore. I hope Kaavan can find a new friend just like his best friend the Vet. It's your heart that he trusted. I😭 when you he said the Elephant cried. I'm glad he's in Cambodia now.

[@ksc743]

He has two new human friends - Pedro an Australian man and a local mahout who are the only humans who have contact with him. He's a very very happy elephant these days with his own piece of jungle, a wonderful mud pool that he wallows in and the best diet ever! The only thing I haven't seen is him interacting with other elephants which I hope we see soon❤

[@志瑜杨]

I’m glad he won’t be lonely anymore. Hope the vet can someday see him again.

[@clintwestwood1895]

Thank you for saving Kaavan, I hope he gets to have some happy Golden years now.

[@Equiinoxxi]

What a great person, to have been trusted and befriended by one of the most gentle, and intelligent animals on the planet. Truly great

[@66lesjo]

A great man with a big heart, just like his elephant friend.

[@laurasharp7955]

I absolutely love elephants and this story has brought me tears once again. For a social animal the loneliness must have been excruciating. I hope he will find happiness and new friends

[@brendasays2324]

Ok the ending got me. The mother in me, and the love I have for all animals. What a loving outcome for that beautiful animal. Thank you the crew for doing such a great job at rehabilitation, support, love, and passion. Great job!!!!

[@ahmadyulyfirmansah5937]

The Elephant is social creature, that mean he need a friend. Be it Human or other Elephant or even another species of animals. After more than 30 year, I hope he live full of happiness to the end of his live.

[@ahmadrazaupdate9505]

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[@Food-Dharma]

Thank you so much to all the people who worked to save and bring back Kaavan to Cambodia, his native sanctuary. He is loved and cared for here, no longer lonely.

[@kandis5576]

Very sweet when you sung "I did it my way"! Not only appropriate, it was clear he was enjoying it😍. He is going to miss you...

[@rapaper]

Ok I cried again ... was an amazing experience to be part of.

[@akolangito4208]

Respect for this man

[@sashapillai7430]

One becomes a true human when one shows kindness and compassion to a living thing that has no voice. Thank you Dr.Amir, long live.

[@clareswinney1087]

This made my soul smile. 😌

[@vasanthakolongahapitiya3926]

As a Sri Lankan, I will pay my Great Tribute to Cambodian Government & its people and who contribute the man power and the spend money to get KAAVAN free from the loneliness Specially to Populer singer Ms. Cher and Dr. Khalil @ FOUR PAWS , My salute and Thanks and LOVE to you all ...........

[@judyjackson2260]

So precious to see the ending where the elephant found an elephant friend. They need their own kind. They are very social. No one wants to be all alone, animals too.

[@shelley-anneharrisberg7409]

Dr Amir you actually have a lovely voice - and an enourmous, beautiful heart. Thank you to all the team who worked so hard to make this happen! 💓

[@yourhighness4746]

This Doctor is just AMAZING, I want someone like him for all the childrens suffering around the world.

[@vblackwell3347]

DR AMIR,, Kaavan must miss you dearly! It's too much & too late for either of you to ever forget. You've said that when you see Kaavan, it won't be a "meeting" but from afar. You both deserve so much more than that. I so-ooo hope you'll be at his introduction to his paradise in a few days. It wouldn't have happened without you. PLEASE reconsider. Complete his happiness & show him that you are there to celebrate this wonderful life you've helped to give him. 💖 Please

[@goodlad1961]

Kaavan’s torment and story is heartbreaking. Thank you for sharing!

[@kevinb8800]

Thank you Dr.Amir and thanks to all the crew members for making Kaavan's life better. Bless you Kaavan 🐘

[@NitishSingh-tm9ek]

As Indian from south loved the documentary . We regularly see elephants as it's important in our culture. Happy he's safe home.

[@Litchen-sh7lr]

What a great guy, great team and great outcome for the beautiful elephant! So glad he transported well and got to his happy place with other elephants! Humanity working at its best! Thanks to all that took part, your amazing!!

[@1lenav8]

Thats absolutely beautiful that he can have joy for his final years with other elephants...after such a hard life

[@vblackwell3347]

There's so many "never to be rescued" Kaavans.Especially the bulls. Heartbreaking for all!

[@1lenav8]

@@vblackwell3347 Thats a real shame... they have so much to offer

[@SusanneWatson-hr8pf]

What happiness you have given this sweet animal. ❤❤❤

[@ChooseCompassion]

This was a complete and utter joy. Seeing the tragedy of his life for years and years and now this is a true miracle. I hope that people that see this are motivated to fight against elephant exploitation. These gentle sentient beings do not belong in zoos, circuses, riding parks or logging businesses. Looking at the footage of him swaying in that shack made me weep all over again. It was the highlight of last year for me when he was finally set free and they’ve done such an amazing job working with him and loving him and offering him a second chance at a beautiful life. I love you #Kavaan 🤍🐘🤍

[@lorrieluckey1797]

What a beautiful group of people. Kavaan fell in love with you because you treated him with friendship from your heart 👏👏

[@briankleinschmidt3664]

You have a wonderful voice. Kavaan is very pleased to see another elephant.

[@cr8114]

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[@jesi3336]

You've been blessed with a very special gift...one that will last both your lifetimes. 🐘🥰🇺🇸

[@loritouma5899]

This is very special all the things he has done for KAVAAN and I am happy

[@cr8114]

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[@lynnhoffmann247]

@@cr8114 Quit spamming Minecraft BS

[@kanishkaroy1159]

What a beautiful effort and animal. Hopefully he finally finds the family he deserves

[@syahrizaal]

Im happy that Kaavan doesn’t feel lonely anymore, in other way im sad because Kaavan had to say goodbye with the person who helped him. Hope dr. Amir can meet Kaavan someday.

[@death2putin718]

I’m glad we got to see him interact with another elephant, but It should have been shown much longer with some context, not only shown in the final few seconds of the film.

[@RariqaD]

i think they show only those bits because that's all they have currently. animals introduction should always be done slowly to make sure it goes well. i have seen an elephant herd(?) rejects another elephant before.

[@Layput]

Well it's like a movie where they show that the journey arrived at the final destination.

[@Hero4fun77]

With kavaan he was probably in need of other elephants so it wasn't a problem.

[@donnageorge6506]

agreed James

[@laneatkinson6441]

They can be aggressive so I'm guessing they have to introduce them to each other gradually. He was all alone for longer than I've been alive, so he may need to learn some social skills.

[@Nitka022]

Awwww....beautiful documentary about Kaavan' journey to sanctuary and his relationship with the most amazing Dr Amir. I followed his rescue like a hawk. It was such an important rescue! And such emotional one for so many ppl around the globe, myself including. So so happy Kaavan was given home in beautiful Cambodia. Forever grateful to all ppl who made it happen: Four Paws, Cher, Cambodia Wildlife Centre, and Pakistan for letting him go, and many many more...Thank you!.

[@glennmcgrath971]

Beautiful team and kaavan. Thanks dr Kaali. The Cambodian monks were showing respect to Kaavan. Great to see.

[@caht00]

Thank you Dr Amir for the tremendous amount of work it took to orchestrate this- being there with him from start to finish. But most of all, thank you for your kind heart and for being the friend Kavaan needed in order to live the life he was meant to live. It was beautiful to see him finally touching a fellow friend.

[@marismet1276]

THANK YOU for taking care of Kaavan & all the other Elephants -- I wish they were NEVER pulled out of their habitats & out of their communities in the first place for a life of abuse & cruelty -- nevertheless, thank you, Dr. Amir, for being there for Elephants -- KEEP ON singing!

[@memeno1574]

The Silence at 13:10 shows everything. How much he loved Kavaan and his smile ahead showed the pain he is going through 🥺😶

[@juliasewillfarmer6073]

I lost it when the dear elephant cried. It's so sad how abused he was and how he knows he is loved now is wonderful

[@NU2UTX]

This was a beautiful, multi national endeavor. I loved the bond between the Dr and Kaavan.

[@hyancarr]

what a beautiful & life changing story for Kaavan. so grateful for Cher’s generousity/determination and Dr Amir’s love & dedication to save Kaavan. we need to see more stories like this to bring awareness to animal cruelty & slavery.

[@fraiser3330]

This made me cry 😢 Thank you for all you did for this animal !!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️👍🏼

[@daw6105]

Dr Amir your kindness is beyond the normal man and I was so emotional at the end of video but so happy about Kaavan.You are a real human while Sri Lanka was not interested to get Kaavan back to our mother land.

[@jagdishhiranandani5467]

The trust & bond created between the two souls is seen between Dr Amir & Kavan and it was beautiful.... Thank you for sharing this heart warming video 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@AzlianaLyana]

Thank you whoever involved saving Kavaan. Thank you for giving the best life for him. Bless y'all.

[@whitelies2024]

Don't worry sir.. I'm sure he's going to be fine and share his beautiful story with you to his new friends 😊 And he will never ever forget you 💕💕

[@cr8114]

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[@dixiee3554]

Dr. Amir has a lovely soul.❤❤❤

[@JL-bx2uf]

Kaavan knew that Dr. Amil was there to save him. I’m so glad that finally he is in a proper place with another ellies. Tears of joy. No animal should be encaged in a zoo.

[@dee00-00]

I feel sorry for what you had to endure for such a long time. Hope you find forever happiness at your new place dear Kaavan!! So much love from Sri Lanka!!

[@AniSu9]

Blessed are the people who have love, care, compassion and determination to make other creatures happy.

[@evelynsuiaunoa2699]

This was truly a bittersweet story of true love and total compassion between two very different species! I have never been moved the way I have been watching this RESCUE, FRIENDSHIP, DEEP LOVE UNFOLDING WITH TOTAL TRUST AND FAITH AND ACCEPTANCE BETWEEN MAN AND MAJESTIC BEAST. To hear the Dr say it's his FIRST TIME he had formed a bond with an animal FLOORED ME! To know he's a vet and THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME it just blew me away! How can one NOT form a bond with such an intelligent, emotional, deeply feeling on all levels of his psyche that we as humans are just now realizing because we were too ignorant to believe other creatures are just as intelligent. We have barely touched the surface of how intelligent and consciously aware this most noble animal truly is. Thank you for those who aided in the preperation and relocation of such a worthy animal. To know he lived such a horrible existence for so long is heartbreaking. To know that he now lives in a world of love and friendship is so heartfelt and faith restoring to anyone who has lost hope in man's compassion for all beings. You inspire us to be better guardians for all that lives and thrives on planet earth. This is mankind's legacy and it starts with keeping our planet clean ....throwing your trash away, recycling, no pollution. Then we work on the next thing and the next thing to make our planet it's healthiest . If we can't do this for her then she can't do it for us and all other plants and animals living on her! Every animal is worthy and honorable to live their lives filled with compassion and empathy and freedom. No mistreatment, cruelty, or abuse in any way, shape, or form. We STILL HAVE MYCH TO LEARN FROM THEM! If only we weren't to ignorant to know and understand this truth.

[@miahbrowning3354]

2 mins in and Im already crying bless you amir and your lovely singing voice a pleasure it has been

[@noramartin96]

Thank you Dr Amir Love from the UK

[@aminirwana6325]

A big thanks comes from Sri Lanka for saving the jumbo from his loneliness . Grate job! 👍

[@geoffreywilliambradley5015]

That man deserves a Nobel prize

[@pranjalvw2193]

for 30 years he was blessed with love of all Pakistani especially from Dr. Aamir. Im not sad coz he left sanctuary but happy that he is with his own species now. Live happy Kaavan. Lots of Love from India

[@celestialstar124]

Chain Kaavan and badly treated is not a blessing.

[@tessariles4488]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!! I am so sad for the loss od a friend but l am also so happy for Kavaan.

[@maama3071]

sometimes we need to watch this kind of videos as a reminder that there are people out ther who cares for animals. This #soothingpieces of pure love and care is almost forgotten. thanks Doc and the team for the unconditional love.

[@mydiary1195]

U are right sister.

[@anne-louiseholmberg8194]

Thank you for taking Kaavan as your friend❤its 2023 but still too many elephants lives miserable lives

[@liberte5847]

This is an hight emotion relachionship , bravo and keep on loving this extraordinary elephant ! Merci beaucoup from Paris France.

[@robi1816]

13:17 When Dr. Amir says " That's it " , that bittersweet emotion of missing Kaavan reflects so nicely. From the words of a young writer, after watching this video the only thing that came to my mind is that Dr. Amir may you be blessed in life as abundantly as an Elephant's long lasting memory 💙🐘

[@anneterry3660]

The individuals with the reserve and sanctuary, the people that rescue and provide life are heroes to me. These are the people providing a future for my grandchildren through sustainability, conservation, lessons in humanity and respect for life. You brighten my days, you are my heroes. Remember, Kaavan was in chains in a concrete enclosure for about 30 years, solitary confinement, an animal, a creature that is known for the strong family bonds they have in nature.The earth is limited, we can only use up so much and then we cannot reverse the losses. Thank to each and every individual.

[@miahbrowning3354]

Such a beautiful story from the man helping kaavan to the people blessing him when he landed in his new home 🥺🥺🥺 love it everyone had such a great part in his life

[@gangakholiya8324]

Dr Khalil you are doing a great job..well done! The idea of staying with kaavan later after retirement is more than ordinary work..

[@ismailabdelazim2206]

Truly, dr. Amir is the pride of Egypt, and i am honored to have him represent our country internationally.

[@traceybee1409]

I’ve been following Kaavan daily from Pedro and Darrick posts but never realised until seeing this that Kaavan was aggressive. Wow, he is definitely a different elephant now 🥰🥰

[@linda6987]

My heart breaks for you and losing a friend. He will be much better in his new home. Love love ❤️ 🐘

[@judybraviere2715]

My favorite animal ..the Elephant ..he became calm because you gave him second chance..he will never forget. 💜🌈💙

[@jennifercullen3760]

Rewatching this video was a reminder of how trust and love between two species can bring about the ultimate achievement. Kaavan's trust in his team who cared for him, gave him the strength to endur the journey and arrive in Cambodia.

[@nietwaar246]

Real friend 😊😊😊😊

[@bethabrahamson5622]

I really loved this journey of Saving Kaavan, the world’s loneliest elephant. He had a great handler and Kaavan, will do well. Elephants are wonderful. I really loved this video and I am sure Kaavan will always remember this moment for the rest of his life and his handler will too. Wonderful and I will I remember and I wish you both well. Thank you!

[@novembrasheva6213]

Who's cutting the onions here? What a beautiful story, amazing Vet and team and wonderful Elephant. I'm so touched how the Cambodian welcoming him, even the Monk give him a blessing ceremony. ❤❤

[@elinazalite1541]

I'm crying the whole way through .what a beautiful video.

[@btsforlife5180]

You can see the love in his eyes for Kavaan. 🤧😭

[@CLSHBBY]

It is very emotional to see Dr Amir interacting with such beautiful animals. I hope the world will have more of people like Dr. Amir. love this

[@lorrieluckey1797]

I would to see a reunion between these two!❤️

[@bernadetteelliott7511]

Wonderful man Wonderful elephant who we helped set free..

[@elkemilanetto8803]

THANK YOU ALL FOR SAVING THIS BEAUTIFUL CREATURE!!

[@sowbhagyadurga8318]

Love the bond between you and the elephant....the giant was following you just like a child that trots behind the mother...their absolute trust in you shows how even such gigantic animals respond to ' love and care....thanks for sharing this lovely video....

[@Catherine.Dorian.]

How can you be a vet for that long and not have these amazing bonds with animals? I’m so glad Kaavan (spelling may be off..) was able to show him that and together it worked beautifully