Two Siberian tiger cubs, abandoned by their mother at a Sochi zoo, have found a surrogate parent in Cleopatra, a Shar Pei dog. Cleopatra cares for the cubs, named Clyopa and Plyusha, with remarkable dedication, feeding and cleaning them as if they were her own.
Zoo deputy director Viktoria Kudlayeva is amazed by Cleopatra’s maternal instincts and the strong bond she shares with the tiger cubs.
In addition to Cleopatra’s care, the cubs are fed goat milk to meet their nutritional needs. Clyopa, one of the cubs, is named after his foster mother, highlighting their special bond.
With fewer than 400 remaining in the wild, mainly in Russia’s Far East, the Siberian tiger population highlights the urgent need for conservation efforts.
This unusual bond between a Shar Pei and two Siberian tiger cubs demonstrates love and compassion that crosses species boundaries, reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life.
Let’s be inspired to protect endangered species and preserve the beauty of nature, ensuring a future where majestic creatures like Siberian tigers thrive on our planet.
