Taweesak Anansiriwattana

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.