How Do You Recognize The Challenges Of Owning A Tiger?
Tiger care is expensive. Feeding, housing and medical expenses can add up quickly. Your tiger may live for 20 years or more and will require your constant love and attention. Tigers can also be destructive, even when they’re just playing around and can become dangerous without warning. Read on to learn more. Know that an adult tiger can eat 2 tons of raw meat per year, not including vitamins and supplements. Be prepared for unplanned medical expenses. Know that tigers are susceptible to serious medical complications, such as intestinal blockage and diet-related calcium deficiencies which can lead to bone disease. Always carry adequate liability insurance in case your tiger escapes or injures someone on your property. Maintain your tiger’s housing and perimeter fencing by monitoring locks and door hinges and replacing parts that are failing. Cancel those vacation plans. It’s difficult, if not impossible, to board a tiger or leave it in the care of someone else for any length of time, ou
