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  • Character Catch-ups Part Two! Kevin continues visiting the animals at the Sanctuary after a break. What kind of greetings will he get?
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  • @LionWhispererTV
    @LionWhispererTV  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +376

    I just love the curiosity of.... how i think things will be on my arrival at the Sanctuary and.... how the animals react, with these reunion situations when i have been away. Some varying types of greeting and some interesting behaviour to enjoy. Let me know in the comments below which are your favourite moments. Thank you so much for the support and hope you enjoy !

    • @dianaadams1875
      @dianaadams1875 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      Does a lion know when you've just come from seeing another lion? From smell, like dogs?
      It's always exciting to see how they interact with you!

    • @Z28Blake
      @Z28Blake 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      What happens if you ignore a lion that wants attention?

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      ​@@dianaadams1875or worse, hyenas....

    • @ruthwolfer4154
      @ruthwolfer4154 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Meg of course

    • @mary-anneswanson1428
      @mary-anneswanson1428 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      I think the bond between you and the animals in your care is strong and they each respond according to their personalities .

  • @donnadibiasio1375
    @donnadibiasio1375 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +325

    Meg looks spectacular for 21 yrs old. ❤ Everytime I see her, I still think of Amy 😢

    • @mariaharrison7228
      @mariaharrison7228 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Me too, Amy's been gone so long, remember that horrible day.

    • @joshuat3970
      @joshuat3970 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What happened to amy?

    • @foxtrotstudios2958
      @foxtrotstudios2958 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@joshuat3970she had Leukemia

    • @mariaharrison7228
      @mariaharrison7228 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@joshuat3970 Amy died 😥

    • @joshuat3970
      @joshuat3970 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@mariaharrison7228 oh sad 🥲🥲

  • @karherineware3508
    @karherineware3508 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +340

    Ahhhh, Meg never disappoints! She is looking marvelous. Icky is his usual moody self, but he was "on duty" at the time. Vayetse and Ginny are looking good too! Who knew Thor's group were such piggies 🐷for eggs! Everyone was happy to greet you, Kev! It's a real privilege to be able to share in it with you! Thank you for all that you and your team do!I have learned so much, and stretched my heart to include you all! 🦁💖

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

      Great to hear Katherine, thank you for the support

    • @qwanyin6423
      @qwanyin6423 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      Amazing how rules-sensitive Thor's group is with egg sharing ! Glad Charlie got a little treat too 😘😺
      Betting the hot weather is affecting their enthusiasm 😅

    • @Thehomelessathlete
      @Thehomelessathlete 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

      honestly kinda hilarious icarus is so old and he's staring down 4 lions all day for fun

    • @karherineware3508
      @karherineware3508 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      @@Thehomelessathlete Lol....guess what Icky looks like in his head

    • @grace-shantif2073
      @grace-shantif2073 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Aww Thor's group bring extra smiles and feel-good moments... the size of Vayetses Paws never fails to amaze me! ❤😊❤😊❤ Wonderful to see how well all your getting older Charges are thriving ❤😊❤

  • @tigerwoodz8711
    @tigerwoodz8711 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +281

    WOw Meg is 21! She looks amazing and still has an abundance of energy. Good to see you re unite with your family! Thanks Kev and much love!

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +58

      i know it is crazy how time flies, Meg is amazing. Thank you so much for the support !

    • @tinasattler1
      @tinasattler1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      Boy the. Lord has blesed Meg and Icarus praise god fore it

    • @evanoneill619
      @evanoneill619 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      ​@tinasattler1 to each their own, but Kevin is mostly responsible for their long lives.

    • @Steinfeld93
      @Steinfeld93 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      @@LionWhispererTV Isn't Meg the lioness you have became famous with as the lion whisperer due to the news video clip in which you were swimming with her in a lake and everybody was astonishing how you did that?

    • @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia
      @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      ​@@Steinfeld93 Yep, that's her. He's hand raised her and her sister Amy (who passed away a few years ago) since they were 1 day old because their mother didn't want to take care of them.
      And now Meg is 21 years old. That's incredible, I still remember the documentary where she was still a cub...

  • @skygenisis7875
    @skygenisis7875 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +56

    You really get an idea of how massive these beautiful lions are when they stand next to Kevin.

  • @michaelmancini5773
    @michaelmancini5773 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

    How Kevin walks among these majestic beasts and just plays with them and lays down with them, just freaks me out, it's magnificent to witness

  • @auntiedottieb6974
    @auntiedottieb6974 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +86

    Thanks Kev for sharing how the lions greet you. I can’t believe they love hard boiled eggs. Who knew 🦁🦁❤️

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      ha ha ! there are various favourites ! sometimes accidents, like the pilchards for the leopards ! Thanks for the support

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      I follow a chimpanzee sanctuary here in the US, most of them spent at least 20 yrs in lab cages, some more. One day, a staff member decided to bring boiled eggs in from her rescued chickens, to see what they thought. Most of them recognized and love them, even though they mostly lived on prime chow in the labs!

  • @dramaqueen6G
    @dramaqueen6G 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

    I couldn't imagine Meg not giving you a proper welcome. She treats you like her favorite brother. You've both slowed down a bit since your days of swimming together, but the spirit is still there. You and she are bonded permanently. It always gives me a huge smile when I see Meggie.

  • @shirleylaboy603
    @shirleylaboy603 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +155

    I always think of Livy when you mention Vayetse and Ginny, and Amy when talking about Meg. The lions are all aging, and they've lived wonderful lives at the sanctuary. It's hard to imagine a day without them. Thanks for sharing, Kevin. 🙂❤️🦁

    • @Thehomelessathlete
      @Thehomelessathlete 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      honestly kinda hilarious icarus is so old and he's staring down 4 lions all day for fun

    • @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia
      @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      Same ! I became so used to hearing him talk about "Livy, Ginny and Vayetse" and "Meg and Amy" that if feels strange when he doesn't mention one of them anymore. Even though Amy passed away several years ago, to me it will always be "Meg and Amy" ❤...

    • @kathrynrady8028
      @kathrynrady8028 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I miss naughty Livy a lot ❤. She was always my favorite

  • @r.gordontrueblood3188
    @r.gordontrueblood3188 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +62

    Of course they remember...in the wild their survival depends in large part on memory. I think a good part of Kevin's acceptance by his feline friends is the way he greets them with head bunts and hugs - precisely the way the lions greet one another. Kevin becomes one of them in a sense. The acceptance and affections of these large cats must surely be a humbling and gratifying experience.

    • @litepaw7
      @litepaw7 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Yep and Cats are known to hold grudges on those who did them wrong.

    • @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia
      @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      ​@@litepaw7 Oh, yes, and Kevin knows that all too well !
      He had a great relationship with a lion called Thor (not the one in the video, another one who is no longer with us, he died several years ago). They shot a movie in which this lion was the star. Unfortunately, Kevin was under pressure, he had less experience at the time and one day he made a mistake. He pushed Thor too far to film a scene he didn't want to film, and as a result Thor turned against him. The lion didn't hurt Kevin but gave him a severe warning not to ever do that again.
      From this moment, the bond was completely broken between them, they didn't trust each other anymore. It took Kevin FIVE YEARS and a lot of work to rebuild a relationship with Thor and gain his trust back.
      I can tell you that he never made the same mistake again. In the next movie he worked on, it was the group of six white lions we see in the video who appeared. It took three years to shoot the movie, and the rules were extremely strict : the animals don't want to work, they don't. We leave them alone and come back tomorrow, or the week after that, or the week after that.
      Thanks to these rules, he kept excellent relationships with all the lions involved without any incidents during any of these three years. And the movie is awesome. 😊

    • @marcuswebb9954
      @marcuswebb9954 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He was away for 2 weeks …

    • @randysavage1
      @randysavage1 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And he doesn't overdo the love. Wild animals can't accept too much touching

  • @alicassidy8913
    @alicassidy8913 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +55

    How lucky you are to have these fabulous creatures as your friends

    • @metalmamasue3680
      @metalmamasue3680 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I know, it would be a dream come true to be up close to such beautiful big cats 😊

  • @jicky-mazuki
    @jicky-mazuki 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +70

    Watching Kevin interact with these lions is still amazing!
    Meg is special as always! Thor’s group arguing over boiled eggs😂

  • @mnm25479
    @mnm25479 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    So cute to see Icarus even in his ripe old age standing up to the big 6 and protecting his territory.

    • @miepiyuki5609
      @miepiyuki5609 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      otherwise meg would give him hell xD never mess with old ladys ! XD

  • @PoetrySeven
    @PoetrySeven 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +42

    How nice of Vayetse. First he greeted Kevin, then he greeted us (the camera) 😅🥰

    • @hellokenize7019
      @hellokenize7019 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I would love to ask why the other lions don't react when he is with another group of lions right next to the neighboring pride

    • @cinnow
      @cinnow 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      They're cats after all. Now dogs would certainly react.

    • @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia
      @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@hellokenize7019 I mean... they do react. They watch. What are they gonna do, jump over the fence ? 😅

    • @mikobaby4842
      @mikobaby4842 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Don't lions eat any meat? They are so thin.

    • @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia
      @MissTwoSetEncyclopedia หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@mikobaby4842 All the animals at Kevin's sanctuary have a healthy weight, unless they have a specific health issue. To my knowledge, Vayetse doesn't have any. He is old though and can be considered like a "grandpa" considering lions' life expectancy.
      If you think these lions are thin, you should watch some wild ones who have a much harder life, hence being in a way lower shape than those who live in this sanctuary and are all pampered and well taken care of.
      (Not that living in captivity is ideal for them, but considering the circumstances, they are lucky to have ended up in Kevin's sanctuary where his team and him take very good care of them.)

  • @dprich100
    @dprich100 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +79

    Loved watching you feed eggs to Thor's group Kevin. By-and-large they were well behaved and didn't argue over their snacks too much. Meg was in a great mood today. She seemed so chill.

    • @Thehomelessathlete
      @Thehomelessathlete 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      its honestly kinda hilarious icarus is so old and he's staring down 4 lions all day for fun

    • @TheKomentor
      @TheKomentor 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Out of context, but seems like Kevin keeps a prickly stubble so that he can scratch the animals when he cuddles with them 🙂

  • @mimzyc9949
    @mimzyc9949 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

    I’m always fascinated by Kevin’s gentle interactions with these amazing animals. They have so much respect and love for each other.

  • @stealthangel4402
    @stealthangel4402 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +66

    Love how Meggy loves on you 🦁🖤 Such a special lioness and my favorite!

  • @viviennedearlove5426
    @viviennedearlove5426 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +72

    Well beautiful Meg seldom disappoints. Her greeting was so special❤. Full of affection and love. As you commented for a senior citizen she is amazing. Icaruss is so handsom, and although his welcom was not quite as exuberant as Megs he did show his precence. Thor and company were quite interesting. When Thor snarled and showed his fangs, he demonstrated the pure power of a lions jaws. Lovely to see Ginny and Vyetsis. Greetings to all. ❤❤❤

  • @OriginalMomo
    @OriginalMomo 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Of course they remember him. He’s a member of each mini pride, and well loved.

  • @stewrmo
    @stewrmo วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Wow, the length of life, these beautiful animals have with you, is a testament to your care. One love from Scotland. 💙 🦁

  • @irisf.9355
    @irisf.9355 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I know envy is wrong, but I do envy Kevin being able to interact with these beautiful cats! Seeing him standing among Thor's group feeding them eggs was amazing! They're almost as tall as Kevin is and yet he wasn't jostled a bit. Having them greet him and being able to pet them is something I will always be in awe of and can only dream about. Maybe in another world!

  • @connormatthews522
    @connormatthews522 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    of course they remember him haha

  • @davifernandeslima01
    @davifernandeslima01 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    i know the bond kevin have with these animals...but feeding a pack of lions with his hands is pretty special to see.

  • @hiho8084
    @hiho8084 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    I love Meg so much! She's such a sweet girl. She may be in the paddock with Icarus, but Kevin is her true love.

  • @Lightwood_AF
    @Lightwood_AF 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    I can't believe Meg is 21, she was a youngster when I first started following your journey, jumping on you every chance she got and playing in the water! She still has loads of energy for her age though, bless her. Realising these cats are getting on in years is a little bitter-sweet to see but they've all lived full, enriched lives thanks to you and everyone at the sanctuary so that's heart-warming to know❤

  • @vegasjk27
    @vegasjk27 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Seeing Meg is such a joy! She loves you so much, Kevin. ❤

  • @veronicablack3951
    @veronicablack3951 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    Always great to see the lions! Meg still loves to jump on you! Your videos make my day❤️

  • @jesusislord27
    @jesusislord27 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a unique gift Kevin has. I can imagine nothing more terrifying than interacting with those cats.

  • @kylieknight2365
    @kylieknight2365 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I just love how they seek out affection and give it unconditionally they really are beautiful and have to be protected

  • @gstone6368
    @gstone6368 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I raised a mountain lion back in the late 80's and released her to the Ozark mountains along the War Eagle in Madison Co. On 2300 acres. She would come visit me every time I camped at our spot along the bluffs for about 3yrs. I miss her and her little ones very much. Shena was a good kitty.

    • @Debra.Justice
      @Debra.Justice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      What a sweet wonderful act of kindness. I’m glad you were able to have a relationship with her after her release. While I’ve never had the honor of raising a big cat, I was able to raise wild raccoons one summer. Mom would bring me her babies every evening for me to feed them. They eventually moved on but I treasure that memory. There’s something so special about interacting with a wild animal.

  • @OzziePete1
    @OzziePete1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    I still get my heart in my mouth when a lion gets angry around Kevin... Thor's group always has a bit of pushing and shoving....and the lions get tense with each other. But Kevin is right in the middle of them all....
    I do hope Kevin understands that he's capturing rare up close footage of lions, hyenas and leopards that no one else can get.

    • @EllenLewis-bs5le
      @EllenLewis-bs5le 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Kevin Richardson is aware of all you stated. His understanding of lions (and these in particular) is beyond our grasp. We can only watch with awe. The dedication to this cause is more than many of us have. This is not a reprimand, but simply an opportunity to watch and learn.

    • @OzziePete1
      @OzziePete1 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@EllenLewis-bs5le Oh I am 100% positive that Kevin knows exactly what he is doing.
      But my natural instinct is both awe and concern.
      I grew up thinking Dr Doolittle was just a film but here I am seeing Kevin mingle with these apex icons and am amazed he has gained their trust. Please tell me Kevin gets some awards for this work? Does South Africa have an Honours system at all? He sure does deserve it.

  • @Smudgeless1
    @Smudgeless1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    MEG my Meg I missed her soooo much Thank You Kevin

  • @ladylovely4265
    @ladylovely4265 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    The interaction w/Meg is always such a pleasure to see. It’s great to see their different personalities tho.

  • @antoinettejurgens1177
    @antoinettejurgens1177 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Incredible how small Kevin looks next to Thor. He is huge!

    • @metalmamasue3680
      @metalmamasue3680 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I know, it's amazing how big they really are. Yet how gentle they can be with us fragile humans. 😊

  • @linettequintana7251
    @linettequintana7251 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I love how Kevin grooms LIoNS(!) the way we groom horses !!!🤯🤣😇👍🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

    • @linettequintana7251
      @linettequintana7251 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I loved seeing Meg❤❤❤I have her poster and see it every day💝💝💝

  • @donnamealy4877
    @donnamealy4877 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I never get tired of hearing the Kids roar. You could sell it as a ring tone. 😄💖

  • @valeriebenoit5387
    @valeriebenoit5387 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Meg still has great energy for her incredible age, always tender bites for you ❤ I think that the young or old senior residents are calmer, they remain completely affectionate, each in their own way 🙂❤🍀Hugs for all animals, old age is not easy but staying happy peacefully

  • @arjanpetersen
    @arjanpetersen 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    ah man these lions are amazing!And what is even more amazing is that it is my countries national symbol.

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Fabulous all round, thank you !

  • @PinstripePride85
    @PinstripePride85 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love how he talks to them like they understand every word he says

    • @metalmamasue3680
      @metalmamasue3680 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Maybe they do. Animals are much smarter than many believe they are. And they understand the tone and meaning, if not the exact words.
      If you keep pets you know they are smart. 😊
      They wouldn't be able to adapt and survive if they weren't intelligent.

  • @icescrew1
    @icescrew1 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Number 1 channel on any forum anywhere regarding wild beasties interacting with a human.

  • @fbaqhaei7
    @fbaqhaei7 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I think these are the luckiest lions in the whole world.❤️🧡❤️😻God bless you Mr Richardson🌹

  • @foreverhomepetrescue
    @foreverhomepetrescue 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    As someone who has worked in animal rescue (dogs, cats, various wildlife) for 25 years... who has hundreds of scars from various animal shenanigans - I'd love to see a "Kevin Scar Review" video. I bet you have stories :) Have loved what you do for many, many years and visiting your sanctuary is on the TOP of my bucket list.

    • @Debra.Justice
      @Debra.Justice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That would be an interesting video. I’ve seen a few videos where you can see scars on his arms. I think Rafique (spelling) bit him on his left forearm when he got frightened. I saw a documentary a few years ago where someone interviewed him with the hyenas. He said he’d been hospitalized 5 times because of the hyenas. He’s probably got more scars from claws than teeth.

  • @mmalandsbirdies4012
    @mmalandsbirdies4012 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I really enjoyed just hearing all the natural sounds w/ no background 🎵🎶. Love hearing them interact w/ their Pop Kevin. 🙌🙌

  • @rebeccaleach2920
    @rebeccaleach2920 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Meg and yourself have always had that special bond

  • @annarmstrongcampbell2454
    @annarmstrongcampbell2454 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Unbelievable Kevin. Meg is so affectionate until you went into Thor and family with the eggs. Your control of them and their response to you is one in a million. Infact all of them except one came to greet you no matter what age. Must be the most incredible feeling getting those responses you have taken years to develop. Awesome cats and the live they get from you is never missed 🐾. Love it whilst I pet my little Tabby kitty 😻

  • @travellinglight77
    @travellinglight77 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Love how these big cats know who loves them ❤🙌🏼🥰

  • @Donkeys_Dad_Adam
    @Donkeys_Dad_Adam 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    These videos are very often the best part of my day. Thank you for every one of them.

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Great to hear this, thank you for the ongoing support

    • @reneegolovacha1880
      @reneegolovacha1880 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same. Just love these lions so much! And the work Kevin and his team does is just beyond words ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @guyfanno1
    @guyfanno1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Started smiling within seconds and didn't stop.

  • @mmalandsbirdies4012
    @mmalandsbirdies4012 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    The fact that they even greeted you is marvelous. The Cats nature is they dont need us and they know it. Its all beautiful just knowing you have a bond w/ these

  • @janetharned4343
    @janetharned4343 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    Truly, lions are the most beautiful Big Cats ever, though I love my small cats forever

    • @pc-easy
      @pc-easy 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      tiger are...no comparison

    • @SonGoku-yb3zm
      @SonGoku-yb3zm 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@pc-easyYou beat me to it. I was just about to say this. Lions are beautiful but Tigers are on a whole different level of gorgeous.

  • @brookemartin6101
    @brookemartin6101 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Kevin, Such a Heartwarming video with (as always) the handsome and beautiful lions.

  • @sallypuz6697
    @sallypuz6697 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    All these pretty and touching little people are happy to welcome you. ❤Meg❤ beams with joy to see you again. Gorgeous and precious Queen ! Thank you for sharing with us these precious and warm moments of reunion.😊

  • @gregedmand9939
    @gregedmand9939 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Granny Meg rarely disappoints! Her affection and sense of humour have been such a constant thing we love about her. It was more than a miracle that she and Icarus were able to start a Golden Years relationship. As a divorced 70-year-old... They give me hope!

  • @zoegainford8557
    @zoegainford8557 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Oh it’s so nice seeing groups I’ve not seen for a while Meg and Icky and Veyetse and Ginny. It’s crazy how old they are now, time flies when you’re having fun. ❤️🦁❤️🦁

  • @christinem.alwaysbelieve
    @christinem.alwaysbelieve 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    All so happy to see you. Gentle love bites. Absolutely beautiful and they are aging well. Love the pounce❤🐾❤

  • @lisaproustresearch
    @lisaproustresearch 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I adore how the expression of their eyes is so calm.
    They clearly have a deep bond with Kevin ...
    I would adore to be able to touch them & groom them but I know it would be suicidal ;)
    Only Kevin can do that :)
    I love all your videos !!!

  • @lindawahl9737
    @lindawahl9737 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    It was so wonderful to see these beautiful animals. I just can't believe they are getting older. It seems like just the other day, they were these you lions with so much energy. But that's the same as we are, getting older also. We've lost some wonderful lions these past few years. But it's still awesome to see these beautiful animals are loved very dearly thanks to you, Kevin, and your staff.

  • @dianebannister4591
    @dianebannister4591 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I thoroughly enjoyed seeing all the Lions. It just amazes me about the wonderful bond that Kevin has with all the Lions. Meggie is going on 21? That's really, really old for a Lion. All the Lions look so good. It's a testament to the wonderful care they receive. Plus the fact that they don't have the kind of stresses as in the wild of constantly having to hunt for food, maybe getting hurt while hunting and the chances of being attacked by other Lions outside their Pride or by other animals. I love these videos by Kevin!

  • @IamTheGunpower
    @IamTheGunpower 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    It is fantastic sharing these moments with you Kevin Richardson LionHeart and all the precious cats and hyenas 😊 I know you love them all but your relationship with Meg is certainly very, very special, your eyes are so full of love, it is wonderful to see, I am sure everyone agrees with me. Welcome home🥰

  • @_boracic_atreus_23
    @_boracic_atreus_23 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Vayetse is amazing. So regal and handsome with such a sweet nature.

  • @constantinerokososky849
    @constantinerokososky849 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    God bless them all wonderful and loving Lions 😃❤️😺👍

  • @helendavenport4454
    @helendavenport4454 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

    God truly makes perfection and all his creations are beautiful. Wonderfully made.

    • @Debra.Justice
      @Debra.Justice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Amen. God made each animal unique with different personalities and traits. So beautiful to witness these amazing animals. And how could you not love their gorgeous faces?

  • @jasonsimmons671
    @jasonsimmons671 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Meg is wonderful as always ❤️😍! The white mane on those lions are so beautiful too! happy cats ! I appreciate your job 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @mary-anneswanson1428
    @mary-anneswanson1428 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    It is always wonderful to see the lions :) How are the 8 cheetahs you rehabed and released doing ? Do you still track them ? Also have I missed videos or has it been a bit since we've seen the hyenas ? . Also how has the area recovered since that horrid fire that swept through the sanctuary ? My best to you all for the loving hard work you do to keep these magnificent souls healthy and happy into their golden years :)

    • @ElusiveLion741
      @ElusiveLion741 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      To my knowledge, the miracle eight cheetah group was split up and relocated. 3 of them went to The Amakhala Reserve as credited by this video: th-cam.com/video/P_HLXSjMdoc/w-d-xo.html. You can watch them on youtube. I don’t know where the other 5 ended up at.

    • @mary-anneswanson1428
      @mary-anneswanson1428 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for the info @@ElusiveLion741

  • @Deljron777
    @Deljron777 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I love watching you guys doing your thing while the world is going into madness. I'm looking forward to the time when humanity and the animal kingdom are reunited.

    • @Debra.Justice
      @Debra.Justice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Personally, I could do without humanity and just have animals.

  • @itzcaseykc
    @itzcaseykc หลายเดือนก่อน

    You have quite the life that many do not come close to enjoying. Such beautiful cats!

  • @melindaray105
    @melindaray105 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Sweet Meg never disappoints- always glad to see her Kevin! - Even if her grumpy old man decided to be in an "Icky" mood today! So glad to see them all doing well in their old age. I wonder if like old people who sometimes slow down or get lethargic when they don't get out much... these "old folks" need their Kevin around with his treats, walks and funny cameras to liven their lives up a bit?!?!?!? LOL I almost alway watch your videos with a smile on my face from beginning to end... Love to you and all your creature friends from cold, dreary and drenched Granbury, Texas USA!!! Hugs to all from here!

    • @Debra.Justice
      @Debra.Justice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hey Texas. I’m in Tennessee. All the snow finally melted and it was 68 degrees today. While I was snowed in, I rewatched Kevin’s videos. I never get tired of them and sometimes cry tears of joy. Love his animals so much.

    • @melindaray105
      @melindaray105 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hey, Debra from Tennessee, finally warmed up here too!! The town Granbury, where I live was founded by folks from Tennessee about 150 years ago!
      @@Debra.Justice

    • @Debra.Justice
      @Debra.Justice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@melindaray105 My nephew and his family live in Boerne. Are you close? That’s interesting that TN folks settled in TX. I think our states have a lot in common.

  • @peddyk7781
    @peddyk7781 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Videos like this temp me to visit the sanctuary ❤ ❤ ❤

  • @silverfox8598
    @silverfox8598 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    within 5 minutes of watching went from 114 to 225 likes WoW just shows how popular this channel is KEEP IT UP KEV ❤

  • @canadasweetie
    @canadasweetie 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Hi Kevin. Thanks for sharing this video. I love how all the lions greet you.

  • @amanipantam6449
    @amanipantam6449 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Kevin u r born just for these wilds , the wilds r extremely happy with ur companion may god give u long life and happy always 💝💝💝🌷🌷💎

  • @robinriverabaker4473
    @robinriverabaker4473 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Meg and Kevin so adorable

  • @ten_clipz5975
    @ten_clipz5975 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I could watch these beautiful animals ALL DAY. ❤

  • @diazepamkit
    @diazepamkit 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    man, seeing this give me chill to the bone. because i know how it feels side by side with them. its sooo terrifying to see you get close to them

  • @naomilopez7802
    @naomilopez7802 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow they are all getting up their in age but all of them are still so Beautiful Lions !!!! Love them All !!!♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @zvonimirvidovic1714
    @zvonimirvidovic1714 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I used to have nightmares about seeing pride of lions passing 30 yards away from me, always horrified if they would see me. After started watching these great videos I never ever had it again. Great work and respect! Greetings from Croatia!

  • @maggie6479
    @maggie6479 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Really enjoying my membership; going through lots of old videos. Still pining for a long sleeve tee shirt, lol, my Bobcat is getting really threadbare

    • @LionWhispererTV
      @LionWhispererTV  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Great to hear ! thank you

  • @adamdesanti6713
    @adamdesanti6713 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm impressed at how Kevin made 3 big hard-boiled eggs last for several minutes with five grown lions.
    "Hyea"

  • @crazychick6666
    @crazychick6666 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    They are all so well looked after ❤❤❤

  • @helenestrada1913
    @helenestrada1913 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Thank you for sharing updates, always looking forward on how the big cats are doing! 🙏💗🦁✌

  • @simonysinclair7163
    @simonysinclair7163 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    So beautiful to see the love between you, and it’s amazing how gentle they eat tiny bits of egg from your hand, and see Meg’s gentle ‘love bite’ 😍😍😍 Also love that little tuft under their bottom lip - so cute when you scratch that chin area 😍 Absolutely love the roaring 🥰🥰🥰

  • @patsabol8699
    @patsabol8699 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    They all look so good and still provide such love and entertainment.

  • @mechshanewman5199
    @mechshanewman5199 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I am at a loss for the words to describe just HOW MUCH JOY I get from having these videos of yours Kevin in my life. These awe inspiring loving animals have honestly helped me get through a deep depression WITHOUT using the meds given. I love them all so much.

  • @hisimagenme
    @hisimagenme 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Ugh, my heart breaks everything i think of you having to say goodbye to these precious darlings, Kev. I'm sure it will be a bitter sweet as anything can be in this life. You've done right by them, you and your team... thank you so much for the honor of joining you in the journey. Smiles and blessings...

    • @Debra.Justice
      @Debra.Justice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Every time one of the animals cross the Rainbow Bridge I usually spend the day crying. I can imagine how grief stricken Kevin is. I remember when Ischca was put down. I didn’t think I’d ever stop crying. That video was heartbreaking. I’m just a big softie when it comes to animals.

    • @miepiyuki5609
      @miepiyuki5609 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      i always think than, hei .. without kev the would never made it this far, each day is a blessing and a gift. like bonus bonus bonus time :)
      i once learned that beeing happy that something was , is more important than, beeing sad that its over.
      each day with this gifts, and there "freedom" without getting there claws and teeth pulled out ... ore beeing shoot at ... is a gift to all.

    • @hisimagenme
      @hisimagenme 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @miepiyuki5609 totally agree, I've said over 20 goodbyes to my feline family members and I'd much rather have the sad goodbye than never having known them!I only meant that my heart aches for his that is bearing the end of these amazing friends. He's not doing more. So it's not like he'll be able to continue on with more... it will be the end and feel very empty I'm sure in so many ways. Catch and release does not provide for bonding. Which is what the reserve will be after all the familiars are gone. He'll still have the ones he follows in the wild so that will help. Can't tell you how often I've thanked God for Kevin, his team and those who help this mission!

    • @hisimagenme
      @hisimagenme 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Debra.Justice me too!!

    • @miepiyuki5609
      @miepiyuki5609 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hisimagenme jea good thing there are many more sancturys and helpers around the world freeing animals and reintegrating them :) and i think over the last years kev showed us lots of them so we knew , that we also can support them, and one time when he finaly ! can reduce the stress and sorrow on his shoulder , maybe someone else takes over and uses this lands and everthing to help animals :) afterall, its a amazing enclosure for animals.
      iam always grateful that he has enough food for this rascals.
      love what he and the other animal "guards" in this world do, to help the animals in need.

  • @brendatrujillo2666
    @brendatrujillo2666 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful healthy darlings! Much love for them

  • @Karolm1964
    @Karolm1964 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the whiskers on Meg's chin! All of these cats are so beautiful. And it was great to see Vayetse..he's one of my favorites (shhhh) and he's looking good and healthy❤

  • @Myopinion789
    @Myopinion789 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Putting your hand near the mouth of such an amazing killing machine is just incredible. I’ve been watching you for years and what you do never gets old. You’re such a lucky person to get to be a part of all those prides. I would love to have such an honour, but I’m good lol. Even watching you walk with them is so incredible. Knowing that these lions would probably protect you to the death just seems like such an honour. Dogs are man’s best friend but lions are on a whole other level.
    Thanks for all of your videos Richard.
    Incredible 😉👍🏻

  • @snedler
    @snedler 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    To see how much these animals loves and respects you is so good to see❤😊
    That just shows how good they are having it there and how much that man understands and have the same love and respect for them..
    Keep the videos coming 😊

  • @mechshanewman5199
    @mechshanewman5199 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    They must have ALL been the cutest cubs.

  • @SuperMaybellene
    @SuperMaybellene 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I just found your Channel 🦁 I am so fascinated, at your relationship, with all of these magnificent Big cats 🥰 They are beautiful animals. No greater roar, than the lions roar 🦁
    We foster cats. Kittens, strays, and any kind of cat, that need help and a home. 😻 Looking at the lions mannerism, it’s so easy to see, that our cats are little lions too 😄 At least they Think so 😂
    Giving them all treats, looks a bit like you, feeding the lions their egg treat 😆

  • @Arnuuld
    @Arnuuld 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You are safer with your lions than I am with my cat 😁
    Bless you and the Lion whisperer team

    • @miepiyuki5609
      @miepiyuki5609 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      look at all his scars XD wouldnt say safer XD maybe .. he doesnt show us each scratch and bite XD yust remember how the hyaene love to "nibble " our poor Kev XD i bet his wife is at home waiting to patch him up each day XD

  • @pennybenton5607
    @pennybenton5607 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I'd say yes they remember!! I recall during the pandemic we didn't see our grand cat for months. I watched him often while our daughter traveled. After 6 months we finally got to watch him again, he ran out of his carrier straight to my arms. I was silly happy just like you.
    Love your content, thank you fir sharing these amazing experiences.

  • @tushar8338
    @tushar8338 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I feel envious of him, he always play with lion. Really wonderful animal.❤

  • @HulkVahkiin
    @HulkVahkiin 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Once you in a pride, they will never forget.

  • @elon-gatedMusk-rat
    @elon-gatedMusk-rat 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    What...what a wholesome video.❤

  • @oreally8605
    @oreally8605 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Lions 🦁 like boiled eggs? I never knew until today. 😊

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      He's fed them to the leopards before, as well

    • @Debra.Justice
      @Debra.Justice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      The first time I saw him feed eggs to Thor’s pride I laughed. I thought how funny that one of the most powerful carnivores in the world loves boiled eggs. We can sometimes get a glimpse of their big canine teeth but they’re so gentle eating out of Kevin’s hand. 😊

  • @peggyarsenault1280
    @peggyarsenault1280 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can’t believe that Meg is almost 21! She’s in such great shape! ❤️❤️

  • @rayenbouguerra3604
    @rayenbouguerra3604 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Watching Kev and the lions IS just therapeutic!

  • @BrunoPereira-qi2wu
    @BrunoPereira-qi2wu 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Wow I absolutely love how you interact with the sLions its a friendship built on trust and love it seems. Truly unbelievable thankyou for allowing us too see this

  • @beroukhiaeliana2435
    @beroukhiaeliana2435 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Je suis toujours en admiration devant la beauté des lions ❤