Lion and dachshunds - an unusual friendship

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A huge lion and a miniature dachshund have become best friends. It is not surprising, because the dachshund came out of a lion cub when he was very small. Bondigger, a 5-year-old lion, and Milo, a 7-year-old dachshund, are so close that the dog helps his best friend brush his teeth after eating.

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Lion and dachshunds - an unusual friendship

Lion and dachshunds - an unusual friendship

1. The dog protected the lion when he was very young, and now Bondigger does not leave her step.

Lion and dachshunds - an unusual friendship

2. These two have been together for five years.

Lion and dachshunds - an unusual friendship

3. They live in a private zoo for exotic animals in Wynnewood, Oklahoma, USA.

Lion and dachshunds - an unusual friendship

4. Bondigger was born with a congenital bone disease that leaves him slightly paralyzed.

Lion and dachshunds - an unusual friendship

5. Then Milo and two other dachshunds took him under their wing.

Lion and dachshunds - an unusual friendship

6. Park manager John Reinke, 43, witnessed this unusual union.

Lion and dachshunds - an unusual friendship

7. “This friendship between a 5kg dachshund and a 226kg lion is unique,” he says.

Keywords: Friendship | Lions | Dogs

     

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