Taweesak Anansiriwattana

Taweesak Anansiriwattana

veterinarian Thailand

Taweesak Anansiriwattana, known as Dr. Vee, is a veterinarian in Bangkok who has been vocal against the ownership of lions as pets, having treated more than 25 privately owned lions over the past five years. He highlights the severe animal welfare issues and health challenges faced by these captive lions, including common skin infections and malnutrition due to inadequate diets. His work emphasizes the need for better regulation and care standards in the growing lion ownership market in Thailand.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
28,608
Power
1,138$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 5.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 28,608 $2,700,000 1,138$
Totals 1 67,886,011 28,608 $2,700,000 1,138$
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United Kingdom United Kingdom: Taweesak Anansiriwattana, known as Dr Vee, has treated more than 25 privately owned lions over the past five years. 5

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