The Heartwarming Journey of a Man and an Abandoned Lion Cub

That was so awesome! The amazing love they had for each other is priceless ❤️. Credit: / sirga IG: @sirgathelioness - / sirgathelioness FB: @sirgathelioness - / sirgathelioness

[@ontherunjg]

I like the fact you acknowledge she is a wild animal, not trained and lives that way. You are simply part of the family and really is all she knows. Great video.

[@stephintheatre6335]

Any animal can be wild or domesticated it depends on the environment there raised in.

[@Kbax3614]

@@stephintheatre6335not any

[@stephintheatre6335]

@@Kbax3614 Yes any

[@dreameroldsoul]

I also want to adopt a lion and do ‘Hey kitty kitty kitty’

[@NCHLTII]

@@stephintheatre6335It takes several generations of selective breading to domesticate an animal.

[@Chazz_US_Marine]

A lot of people don't know that these big cats don't forget. If you would have treated her badly, you would be either laid to rest or missing limbs. You raised her with love and compassion, and she's returning the favor. Big cats don't forget.

[@MsLilac88]

This is so well said. 😊💜

[@daveb6214]

You are so lucky to be able to care and interact with such a beautiful creature

[@BillBagBargensonsBarger]

dont forgot

[@Arun999]

Yea tell Sigfried and Roy that

[@williamcbrown7813]

​@@Arun999They were having Sexual relations with their animals it's different

[@DevTheDandy]

You can see the love she has for him❤️🐾 it’s a beautiful bond

[@narukami597]

Yes but it still doesn't make sense to interact regularly with a non-domesticated huge animal. One wrong move and you're dead.

[@DevTheDandy]

@@narukami597 Pretty sure he is aware of the risk and he is still alive.Clearly he is doing something right.Its his life he can risk it all he wants.

[@narukami597]

@@DevTheDandy The fact that he mitigates the risk with correct behavior doesn't mean there still isn't a risk... Nor does the fact that he's still alive lol. I didn't say I'm forbidding him from risking his life, I said it doesn't make sense. This comment section exists for people to give their opinion on what goes on in the video...

[@DevTheDandy]

@@narukami597 Of course there is a risk..there is risk in almost everything.Driving a car is a huge risk, flying in an airplane and so on.The fact is, this man knows that and feels safe enough to take the risk.Just because you choose to focus on the negative what if’s doesn’t mean that’s what will happen and he’s clearly willing to risk that possibility due to his love and loyalty for the animal.Seeing as how that makes no sense to you I suggest you keep your ass out of the wild and stay away from big scary kitty cats.Just because something doesn’t make sense to you doesn’t mean it doesn’t make sense to others.My original comment/opinion is about the undeniable bond they both seem to share..So clearly I do understand what the comment section is for so you can take a stadium full of seats.

[@nigelwillson6096]

That's her primary caretaker, her "dad/mom". She associates him with love, kindness, food, comfort, companionship, scratching, tummy rubs, rough and tumbles. She knows his smell, what he looks like, his behavior when in her company, he is her family. She loves her human. She will never forget him. Her loyalty is sure, as long as she's well fed, taken care of and he maintains regular contact with her. Any other human should probably not attempt the same priveleged association with her.

[@MsLilac88]

The man saved the lioness when she was a cub, she recognise him as her friend & rescuer. 💜 This is truly a heartwarming story of a close bond between an animal & a human. 💜

[@raphaellavictoria01]

she thinks its her mom :)

[@DAVEJJR]

@@raphaellavictoria01or daddy❤

[@tammyfitch6596]

Thank you for sharing and taking care of this beautiful animal!

[@shahariara5913]

❤

[@hanneloremarkiewiez3261]

Absolut 🫶🙏🇩🇪

[@richardbedard1245]

I can imagine that you "imprinted" on her as a cub, but being full grown she won't know her own strength. She could hurt you while expressing her love for you. It's still an honor to have such a relationship with that size of a cat! Thank you for being there for her.

[@jaf8771]

I had the gentlest, loving, female cat. One day I was putting an object on a shelf and the whole thing collapsed making this huge noise as it broke to the floor. When my cat heard this, she quickly ran over and bit my leg.... really hard. She did that out of fear, but I remember thinking if she had been a lion my leg would have had a huge gash. (Or, it could have been my neck!)

[@ofrapeters3952]

@@jaf8771 Cats are the only “ domesticated “ animals that kept their wild nature , I have 3 at home , they are as wild as a lion , and even though we have a loving relationship, I always need to be cautious and careful around them , yeah , especially with sudden loud noises.. I hope your wound has healed nicely..

[@Daniel-rd6st]

Of course she does know her strenght, all big animals do. Otherwise they would constantly kill their offspring (at least animals that raise their young) on accident. But human skin is very fragile in comparrisson to other animals of our size and lions have sharp claws, so scratches will happen.

[@jaf8771]

You certainly have your hands full with 3 cats. Yes, you can see that "wild nature" in their eyes. The incident that I wrote about where my cat bit my leg. Also reminded me of Siegfried and Roy where.... Roy was attacked by his tiger while doing their act. Some say that the tiger got frightened by a loud noise, (Perhaps from the audience) but they never did come to any conclusion. (If I'm incorrect...please let me know) @@ofrapeters3952

[@nomnom112]

​@@jaf8771if it was a lion you wouldn't have a leg

[@Likexner]

I just love how she jumps into his arms when greeting him, like shes still a 20 kg cub.

[@artjackson8360]

That's one happy kitty!

[@danholm4952]

you are the luckest man in the world

[@Iconoclast1919]

But he has worked and does work extremely hard for the privilege of being a part of Sirga's life!

[@CS-zn4bu]

Birds like geese are much more interesting. Cats are overrated. Hey, to each their own.

[@faverogibou6773]

@@CS-zn4bu It's your point of view , for me there' s no comparaison to do !

[@CS-zn4bu]

@@faverogibou6773 Birds are much cuter. But cats are also cute.

[@TheMagicalPoison]

She is like a super big dog with a gentle soul. ❤

[@MrGriff305]

Or... and try to follow me here... she is like a big *CAT* with a gentle soul. Yes, because *CAT* makes sense.

[@carldrogo9492]

CAT. 🤡

[@JotaV2502]

How is she like a big dog if she is a cat? I didn't understand your point

[@jenmarott3188]

You are both so lucky! But how wonderful you allow this beautiful lioness to be free !!!

[@user-qm2wl9ry9n]

I have watched a lot of videos about lions and this one ranks as probably the most privileged to me .

[@carolhayar3037]

Do not forget "A Lion Called Christian."

[@user-qm2wl9ry9n]

@@carolhayar3037 Ok

[@adarshmishra9685]

​@@user-qm2wl9ry9nwhat's the recent update? This news was first reported 12 years ago.

[@subromajum3518]

Kudos and respect to you

[@kuruptzZz]

From an adorable baby to a beautiful lioness. I can't imagine all the hard work and dedication it took to raise her, while helping her maintain her natural instincts. Amazing

[@johncarter6238]

Heart-warming video. this Lion sees this man as her daddy. she is also a killer, that is in her DNA. But it is also in her DNA that whoever raised her as Cup is her parent. she will never harm this man

[@Truchrissy76]

Some Children will turn on their parents and so will animals. Tell that to this lady that was just recently killed by her 13-year-old son and she just gave birth to her 14 day old daughter

[@Truchrissy76]

Never say never

[@JayJenkins-ps4jg]

@@Truchrissy76 Humans kill more than animals! so if an animal loves then it won't kill you

[@Noobzlikeu]

@@Truchrissy76 There's no way you just said that the lion might kill him because a human might. We've known for a long time that humans are the most unpredictable beings on the planet. That's not the case with lions.

[@Truchrissy76]

Umm yes I did and you don’t know what a wild animal may do just ask that Floyd dude who was attacked by one of his lions 🦁

[@Willowy13]

They are amazing animals. I hope something is done to preserve their habit and they can thrive. Sirga is beautiful and you are lucky to raise her in such a great space.

[@MrSilus2000]

The habitat problem originated with white people raping and pillaging Africa with no accountability

[@rudolf1482]

Sowas ist einfach nur wunderbar. Da kommen einem fast die Tränen. Es muss ein tolles Gefühl sein, so eine Löwin als Freundin oder eben Familienmitglied zu haben.

[@hanneloremarkiewiez3261]

hätte ich auch gerne ❤ ja ich weiss in meinen Träumen 😘🇩🇪

[@laurastern1759]

Kevin Richardson und Dean Schneider machen auch sowas ähnliches mit Löwen. Ich habe grundsätzlich nichts dagegen wenn jemand anderes mit einem großen Raubtier abhängt, wenn das Vertrauensverhältnis da ist und man weiß was man tut und der Respekt auch da ist. Alle drei Männer erfüllen genau das in meinen Augen. Der Valentin hat's gut gemacht mit Sirga.

[@Downecker]

I would be in heaven having a cat so affectionate 😂

[@malcolmwhite6588]

Lol my cat is much smaller, but equally as affectionate

[@Truchrissy76]

Only in heaven with that big cat 🤣😆😂

[@aztronomy7457]

The cat might put you in heaven tbh 😂

[@Shyne282]

Cats are super affectionate when raised with care and respect , obviously you did a bad job as a pet owner 😂

[@mikhailfong6234]

Very wise. And so considerate of lion's habitat. This is the way. Great respect for this man. Well done. Valentin and Sirga.

[@user-bz4oj5wu1u]

What a joy to experience life with a female lion… you can tell the bond is unbreakable!! 😍

[@gabrielhalston6726]

Incredible and beautiful!!! Reminds me of heart-warming and lovely movie, "Born Free" (1966). Love this!

[@Christine16425]

Yes 👍

[@yoanadimitrova8760]

It's a book about the true story of Elsa the lioness.

[@Elena-jl5jv]

Thank you for rescuing this beautiful girl and others.

[@vaughnmcmillan8400]

Thank you Valentin, for going so much out of your way to save & raise her! She is so sweet! ❤

[@truegrit7697]

Wow - what an amazing man. He put the lion's needs ahead of his.

[@rayray9996]

I have not saluted very many people in this world, but I salute you for taking care of Sirga with so much care and affection. God bless you.

[@arnoldarnoldr5114]

Beyond amazing. Pure love.

[@mausumichowdhury627]

Great job brother 👍

[@aaronTNGDS9]

Wonderful video, so heart-warming. I commend you for your wisdom in preventing the lioness from getting too accustomed to human trappings. Humans have got to think more carefully about family planning and habitat-preservation---a balance must be found.

[@MrSilus2000]

Ideally stop thinking entirely because it’s been a complete failure. Look around the world

[@TheTempest73]

I can't help but just laugh watching this story of father and daughter. It's so beautiful. She's always so excited and jumps on his arm.

[@ralcst-1977]

SUCH A BEAUTIFUL ANIMAL!!! SHE IS TOTALLY PRICELESS!!! AND A SPECIAL THANK YOU,...TO THE MAN WHO SAVED & RESCUED HER!!!😍😍😍😍😸😸😸😸👍👍👍👍

[@joehaney5482]

You are the luckiest man in the world to have such a majestic animal for a friend.

[@angelagardner5230]

bless you

[@AnonningAnon]

Thank you for saving and caring for them.

[@Florentia1963]

Lucky man. I can only imagine the sensations hugging and playing with this animal. A four-feet daughter.

[@thetooginator153]

You know this man raised this lion with lots of love. I was impressed that a human-raised lion knew how to hunt just by instinct. I wasn’t shocked - just impressed. This man clearly understands how cats communicate, so he does his best to communicate with his lioness. She clearly loves him, so, bravo!!

[@sharonmccoy5709]

Thank you for saving this beautiful lioness Blessing to you She is truly special 💖💖💖💖💖

[@Blessingz007]

This is beautiful. The love ❤️ between the two of them is pure love. True Love conquers.

[@gtrgenie]

Thank you for rescuing and loving her. A true man.

[@avrilstewart7621]

What a good, kind person you are. Keep doing what your doing and much love to you and your friend the lion.

[@francislozano6928]

Your commitment hasn’t gone unnoticed by Sirga - that much is very clear. God bless you for everything you do ❤

[@faverogibou6773]

Beautiful ĺioness and man !!

[@amitavamitra6407]

And that's how - 'Love goes', which always makes every aspect of it very special. Just like Sirga and Valentin making this special life, it was also a special moment for me when I watched it. I am sure it's the same with all who have watched it and will be watching it.

[@carylbodammer5134]

I love you for making the lifetime commitment for one lion. In my heart one lion is every lion and showing your love here for the world to see is massive inspiration for others to know about saving their habitat, and for caring for lions as you say, the right way. You are a special soul!! Thank you! 🌎 🙏 ❤

[@jaclynpavlica69]

It takes a specific breed of human to go the distance to protect these beauties. Very important message that it’s not all sweetness and light and many more need protection and care. You’re a incredible person and I thank you for sharing this. God bless ❤️.

[@Amuzic_Earth]

This is next level stuff..u didn't raise her like a pet, but actually raise her like a wild animal, she is meant to be and she treated u like her mother.

[@jdgoesham5381]

They're super smart. When you read about the story of the Tsavo lionesses and how incredibly smart they were you then can guess that this lion knows very well how much this guy did for her. They're so damned smart.

[@JohnNiemsMusic]

I was mesmerized watching this video! What a beautiful story.

[@84jdgregory]

Wow! This was a great video. That is a really special bond.

[@shawnp4714]

This guy is awesome! Need more like him

[@see-rious-ley]

What a beautiful journey the kind man and his lioness has gone through together ❤

[@ninez2698]

Wow! Amazing story ! ❤️😘🦁 A beautiful relationship between human and animals! Thank you for your love for our precious animals and your dedication🙏👍❤️😘🦁

[@johnwelsh6065]

Well done, Mate. A beautiful relationship. Too many people, not enough lions.

[@shahariara5913]

She is so beautiful & And you are Definitely a great Human ❤️❤love you both

[@marionwoodward5186]

What a honor it is to be able to watch you and you're lion together. Thank you sir.

[@daskapital3532]

Animals are much more intelligent that we imagine. Love all cats, small and big You grew up perfect friend. Congratulations. Love what you do

[@afvet5075]

It seems almost like an honor to have a lion accept you in her pride. She is a beautiful and magnificent animal.

[@katmeow5885]

The love ❤️and upbringing you have given your cub->lion is awesome!!

[@edwardnashen5960]

I love this! When an animal finds love, loyalty. Even a lioness. Of course, he is brave. But they are bonded.

[@DSWood358]

so sweet lion wants him to hold like he did when she was little❤

[@karinkottinger1173]

My ♥️ melts when I see VALENTIN💕 with SIRGA💕 - that is REAL LOVE🫶🫶! Something so BEAUTIFUL, THANK YOU from KARIN from NRW

[@shosheh114]

איזה סיפור מרגש, אדם מדהים עם לב ענק, כמה כבוד ואהבה ללביאה שאימץ כדי להציל, צדיק גדול, תבורך!❤

[@user-xl2kl5mt9l]

Huge respect for your empathy for the wildness of this fantastic part of the nature in Africa.

[@sjshar1510]

Huge respect for Valentin! The world needs more of your kind. ❤

[@cralston800]

Awww she’s so adorable with the tackle hug

[@user-vj9vz5mq4h]

This is the kind of life that make me feel jealous! Once that I don't match anymore with the business which I am involved here in England, I will do my best to move and live in any part of Africa that will let me to have a life similar to this man! Congratulation for what you have done!

[@PacoOtis]

Bravo! The world needs more people like you! The best of luck to you and your friend!

[@katjabischur9292]

Thank you so much for sharing this part of your life with us, Valentin! I have wanted to go to Africa for more than just a holiday; but now that I am sixty this dream has vanished - it is o.k., but still I am watching a lot of videos about Africa.... All the best to you!

[@Truchrissy76]

Just because you’re 60 doesn’t mean your dream has to Vanish in the words of Jesse Jackson keep Hope alive lol I hope you’ll be able to go there one day.

[@katjabischur9292]

@@Truchrissy76 Thank you for your kind words!🙃

[@Truchrissy76]

Anytime 😊

[@kikixatz6693]

You are such a good person. You raised this lioness, since she was a cub.There is a strong bond over here and she understands that. ❤❤❤

[@shanemorley9440]

That really was very moving ,thank you for taking care of her ,you have a special place in my heart ! Thanks always !

[@annegribben444]

Wow....she trusts you completely and we are so blest to see it ....can't buy that beauty... thankyou both....

[@andrewmcgee1001]

Such a beautiful cat and a wonderful life-long commitment you made for her. The love you both have for each other is so heart-warming. Thank you for sharing!

[@lauraspicks7114]

That big hug she gave you in the beginning of this video,it's like WOW !She's just like a big kid, glad to see ya. She's beautiful !

[@melory254]

Love those stories when a human save a wild animal and now they are playing together, like brothers 😊

[@remyasmar418]

Thank you for saving this gorgeous cat but please be careful . God bless!!

[@juliamiranda5318]

You must be the happiest man in the world. Be hugged by this incredible animal.😍

[@AdrianH1970]

You are a very special individual, your commitment to your lioness is truly amazing. Well done and thankyou

[@Christin5554]

die kleinen Löwen sind ja auch zu süß. Schön dass du eine so tolle Freundschaft hast.

[@sheltr9735]

What an amazing story! Thank you

[@zapot66]

What an amazing story. Gentleness and compassionate ❤Awesome

[@klecoxs2]

What a beautiful thing 🙏🕊

[@fosdyke71]

I love how she rough-houses with you but is still careful enough to not hurt you

[@golden-63]

A beautiful man inside and out.

[@isabella6075]

He’s hot 🥵

[@MasterMayhem78]

The fact that she let you hunt with her is awesome

[@alanchanwk]

Lions conservation is not an easy task, indeed. keep it up!

[@nsalaza]

Such a beautiful story!!

[@MM-yi9zn]

A giant Cat. This guy cracked the jackpot. Lion love can’t imagine anything better.

[@karenhill33]

What an extraordinary pleasure to raise a big kitty cat!

[@Julia-lm5hg]

Thank you! 😍💖🙏💖

[@richardmiller6422]

God bless your commitment to this beautiful creature

[@damiangordon8893]

dude you are an absolute legend for the work you are doing.pls keep us informed on how things are going

[@davidknox1229]

Caring and Love changes everybody's life. You are a life saver. ❤❤❤

[@danielgloverpiano7693]

Lioness is cute. Man is gorgeous. Those eyes! ❤❤❤❤

[@jcs3330]

To have the trust, respect and true friendship of with any animal...then you have been truly blessed. Total respect to you, for being part of the preservation of our wonderful animal kingdom and 'their' habitats, and just being kind to animals.

[@odinikita4821]

What are beautiful touching Soulful beautiful beautiful story what are lucky man what a lucky cub

[@familywu3869]

Such a heart-warming love and friendship!

[@bg147]

Awwww, she is beautiful.

[@shawnkincheloesr5192]

And she is beautiful too ❤🥰🙏🏾

[@gretafields4706]

I could talk about mt lions all day. I carry bear spray and depend on dogs, birds and mowing to be safe. I have lived 35 years, sharing a biodiverse hollow with one particular family. I have learned so much about them, and I respect and admire and like them. People don't believe it, but there's many around.

[@ababbington1]

You’re incredibly lucky to have formed this relationship and I am jealous beyond words. Thank you for all you do for lion conservation as well as looking after and committing to raising her over many years. You are a hero in my book 👌👌👍

[@mariagautier5956]

I love this!! So Awesome!! What a kind compassionate man to have rescued saved this abandoned newborn cub beautiful Sirga. And she never forgot. Lions are such magnificent animals. Lions need to be protected and more needs to be done for them specifically more land for their habitat & environment. I cant imagine a world without lions in it.