Elderly Lion Couple That Were Soulmates Are Put To Sleep At The Same Time So Neither Has To Live Alone

A zoo euthanized an ailing elderly lion couple together so neither of the animal soulmates had to live without one another. Hubert and his partner Alisa were put to sleep at LA Zoo on Thursday. Both animals were 21 years old.

Also, lions don't have access to medical care when they're out in the wild. If they cut or break their paw, they will end up suffering. Lions in zoos, on the other hand, will get immediate medical attention if anything happens to them. Another factor is environmental issues. Lions in the wild depend solely on nature for their well-being. But if there's a drought, there won't be water or food sources available for them. Captive lions, however, don't have to deal with these problems as their living space will always remain the same and zookeepers will give them plenty of food and water. Image credits: Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens