The enigmatic ailment left the group perplexed, yet their collective determination remained resolute. While awaiting the vet’s arrival, they had to keep the lion sedated, a challenging task as the sedative’s effects waned, causing the lion to grow increasingly agitated.

The vet’s journey to the rescue site was fraught with difficulties, compounded by rush hour traffic. Despite contemplations about the worthiness of saving a lion’s life amid other distressed creatures, her commitment to rescuing Assad, as the lion was named, remained steadfast.

Upon reaching the site, the lion had regained consciousness, posing a precarious situation for the keepers. To ensure everyone’s safety, the vet administered sedatives once more, approaching the agitated lion with caution and successfully tranquilizing him, averting potential harm.