Petition · past parliament
Raise the issue of using big cats as photo props with the Thai goverment
Closed
45 signatures
What the petition asks
Recently, tigers and lions have become the centre of a cruel and barbaric attraction. The now 'in thing' to do is have your picture taken with a tiger or lion which is fuelled completely by tourists and celebrities.
However, these animals are drugged up and live in vile conditions.
However, these animals are drugged up and live in vile conditions.
The UK has worked hard at ending animal cruelty and continues to do so. However, much of Thailand is only just recognising the concept of animal welfare. The now 'in thing' to do is have your picture taken with a tiger or lion which is fuelled completely by tourists.
However, the truth behind these 'tiger selfies' is a sad and heart-breaking scene. The animals are drugged to ensure they are 'safe' to have selfies with. Furthermore, the conditions in which they are kept are cramped and filthy.
However, the truth behind these 'tiger selfies' is a sad and heart-breaking scene. The animals are drugged to ensure they are 'safe' to have selfies with. Furthermore, the conditions in which they are kept are cramped and filthy.
Timeline
| 14 Mar 2018 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 14 Sep 2018 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
45
Status
Closed
Opened
14 Mar 2018
Closed
14 Sep 2018
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.