Want a picture posing with a docile tiger or cuddling a baby monkey? Want a selfie with a sloth? You may just be contributing to the abuse of the animals involved. There are issues with vendors offering pictures with animals in heavily touristed areas, as well as travellers themselves expecting the opportunity in certain rehabilitation centres or sanctuaries where the animals should be getting less human interaction, not more. There are obviously some incidences where getting a photograph with an animal will be absolutely fine, but it is essential that the general public is educated on the issues involved so that they can make informed and ethical choices.
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