There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
Mmmm, I don’t think so. The tiger was not sleeping, it was fully aware of the situation. He just liked his paws and when someone touched it, he looked back or moved it huge tail. Interestingly, when I touched his back, he ignored me until I rose from the place. Its eyes were calm with its pupil very close and after that, he returned to lick its paws.
I think this is the same case that the tigers at the Tiger Island in Dreamworld. Those tigers are not drugged, but fully aware of all.
The case of the tigers in Thailand is different, as those poor specimens are always somnolent and it is impossible for the monks to control all those tigers. If you ask me, the Tiger Temple is a bomb waiting to explode, I don’t support it.