The majority of us would never approach our large animal relatives, including lions, tigers, and leopards.
Since they do not pose a threat to us, we generally prefer to admire their attractiveness from a safe distance.
Armand and Beatrice Gerber, however, are anything but ordinary; they spend the majority of their time in close proximity to these wildcats.
Specifically, they spend every day in South Africa at the Iron Throne Predator and Wildlife Park getting close to ten lions, three tigers, two leopards, and a cheetah.
The wildlife park is a refuge where these rehabilitated, captive-born large animals can flourish and feel secure.
Surprisingly, these wild cats appreciate being cuddled by their caretakers, so Armand spends the entire day playing with and cuddling them.
Despite being aware of the risks associated with working so closely with these predators at the top of the food chain, he relishes his job.
Armand considers it a privilege to be able to admire these wildcats, despite the fact that some of us may think he’s mad.
However, it is not that straightforward, and you must maintain concentration and respect for the animals.
He considers the large cats to be his family, and despite being clawed occasionally, he is nearly always in a good mood.
