This Video Of Man Rubbing Tiger's Belly Will Make You Rub Your Eyes In Disbelief

If you’re a cat owner, you might already know how much these fluffy pets enjoy belly massages. The light pressure on their stomach stimulates nerve endings, releasing endorphins and other feel-good hormones. This not only fosters affection and relaxation but also strengthens the bond between you and your feline friend. Belly massages are a sign that your cat feels safe around you. Surprisingly, this isn’t just true for domestic cats.

In a viral video, a tiger reacts similarly to belly massages. The big cat appears to be thoroughly enjoying the gentle strokes on its tummy, remaining calm and non-aggressive. However, this display of trust between a human and a predator has sparked much discussion and debate online.

Viewers’ responses to the video, which has had over 2 lakh views, have been conflicting. While some are amazed by the unusual bond between the tiger and the man, others voiced worry about the possible dangers.

A user commented, “That would be amazing! I definitely want to chill with a friendly tiger.”

Another user expressed themselves with a simple “Nope”.

A user said, “This is all I want in life… Is that so much to ask for.”

“This truly incredible moment when a man gives a belly rub to a tiger! A unique and unexpected show of trust between humans and wildlife!” read a comment.

In a humorous way of speech, an individual said, “Yeah touch that belly from the outside before you are on the inside great idea.”

Another user went on to say, “I don’t care how ‘trained’ a tiger is, I’m not doing that, ever.”

The idea of human-animal bonding is not new. A video that earlier went viral demonstrated the unique attachment between a man and a tiger. In the clip, a man appears at ease and brave in the presence of the tiger. He is shown stroking and kissing the animal’s nose while playing with it, treating it like a cuddly house cat.

Surprisingly, the tiger is toying with the man in return for the emotions. The tiger appears to be content in the man’s arms and is only acting like a large house cat taunting its master.