Frikkie Von Solms isn't your ordinary pet owner. His "pet" and best friend happens to be a 560lb (254kg) lion named Zion. The native South African has spent the past 11 years raising Zion, after rescuing him from captivity as a cub. These touching images show their affectionate bond with one another. There is also a bonus video at the end that you won't want to miss.
Bonus Video
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Amazing Nature: Can a Lion Fend Off 20 Hyenas?
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True Love Never Forgets - Touching
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INTERACTIVE: Click on an Adorable Animal to See a Video
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Get Up Close and Personal with a Pride of Wild Lions
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Up Close and Personal With an Arctic Glacier!
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What is a Terrier, Anyway? Explaining Dog Breed Names
here’s a good reason we call dogs our best friends: they’re unerringly loyal, loving and they’ve been at our side for a long, long time. Lets look at the etymologies of dog breed names.
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These Rapid Blooming Flowers Will Brighten Your Day
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These Roses Look Just Like Peonies but Bloom All Year
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You May Learn Some New Dance Moves Thanks to These Birds
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The Astonishingly Beautiful World of Seahorses and Dragons!
Who knew these bizarre little creatures can be so beautiful?
Cover Your Garden with These Pretty Evergreens
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This Article Will Clear Up Any Misconceptions About Dogs
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Super Slow Mo: How Do Dogs Get Up So Fast?
This incredible slow mo camera video shows once and for all how dogs get from lying down to standing so fast.
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Gentle Bull Has Special Bond With Woman Who Raised Him
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11 Adorable Polar Animals that Will Warm Your Heart
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Some Flowers Are Absolutely Stunning - Like These Beauties
The petals on these flowers make such beautiful ornaments that you'll wish you were a bee.
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Whoa! I've Never Seen Dogs as Enormous as These!
Have you ever seen dogs as enormous as these ones? We bet that you haven't!
These 24 Gems and Minerals Will Take Your Breath Away
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These Orchids Look Like Anything Else Other Than Flowers
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To Save a Forest, These Folks Took the Help of Goats
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What Did These Breeds Look Like a Century Ago?
Certain breeds of dogs have changed a lot over the last century. Check out some of their evolutionary changes here.
The Best Underwater Photos You’ll See This Year
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Up Close and Personal with Some Adorable Wolf Cubs
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From a Day to Forever: Comparing Animal Longevity
Time is the ultimate currency, but in the animal kingdom, the exchange rate varies wildly. Let's learn about their different lifespans.
Ever Seen Flowers as Gorgeous as These?
Nature really does create some extraordinary, colorful flowers. Check out a wide selection of them here!
Hilarious! Nobody Tells Mother Nature What to Do!
Here are 18 ironic photos that prove that nature doesn't care about what people want!
Whales Can Be the Most Majestic Creatures in the World...
Whales are truly majestic, beautiful creatures. Here is a wonderful pictorial tribute to the giants of the world's oceans.
After Almost 200 Years, the Galapagos Tortoises Return
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These Beautiful Bird Photos Are Beyond Incredible
The Bird Photographer of the Year Awards receives some of the most stunning examples of bird photography. Here are some of those.
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The Beautiful and Elusive Snow Leopard of the Himalayas
The snow leopard is one of the most poorly-understood cats in the wild, mainly because it's so hard to see one that doesn't want to be seen.
Gaze in Wonder at These 35 Amazing Photos of North America
North America has so much wonderful natural variety that it's easy to see why many believe it was blessed by God himself. Here are 35 amazing photos.
Touching Photography of Animals From All Around the World
Photographers set out to nature all over the world to show us an intimate view of animal life in the wild.
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Which Animal Has the Sharpest Eyesight?
The famous saying goes, "the eyes are the window to the soul." And it turns out that it rings true all across the animal kingdom.
Witness the Beauty of Birds in This Gorgeous Collection
In this collection, we’ve compiled the very best bird photos we could find - from stunning birds or paradise to most exotic birds on Earth
Can We Introduce You to Some Animals You've Never Seen?
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All Dogs Are Loyal, But Which Breeds are the MOST Loyal?
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Why Do Cats Sport Vertical Pupils?
Why do they need these vertical pupils? Learn all about it right here in this fascinating video.
15 Sublime Proofs of Our World's Natural Magnificence
Our cities are so cluttered and busy that sometimes we need to remove ourselves. These incredible nature photos allow you to do just that.
13 Incredible & Intricate Homes of Animal Architects
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10 Beautiful Horse Breeds Everyone Needs to Know About
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If These Stunning Flowers Don't Amaze You, Nothing Will!
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Animals Have the Most Poetic Collective Nouns Imaginable!
I must say I never knew most of the animal group words. What about you? How knowledgeable about the animal kingdom are you?
15 Views of Marine Life That Feel Almost Otherworldly
Marvel at the astonishing underwater photos of American photographer Rachel Moore.
Have You Ever Seen Animals As Odd As These?
These animals will shatter any stereotypical notion of what, say, a pig, or a turtle, should look like. Here are 15 animals you've probably never seen before.
The 19 Most Breathtaking Fall Photos From Across the Globe
Let's celebrate the unique beauty of autumn! Admire this beautiful season in 19 different places around the globe with these stunning photos
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