Fans and supporters of animal rights organizations have expressed concern and dismay about DJ Khaled’s decision to keep a lion in his home. Even while exotic pets are popular among celebrities, keeping such a dangerous and wild animal at home raises severe ethical and security concerns.

HipHopDX: DJ Khaled poses with a lion for “Major Key” album photos!

Maintaining a lion in a residential area jeopardizes both the safety of local humans and the animal’s well-being. Lions are apex predators that are unsuitable for domestication due to their strong instincts and unpredictable, erratic behavior.

HipHopDX: DJ Khaled poses with a lion for “Major Key” album photos!

Furthermore, the lion’s welfare must be taken into account. Lions and other wild animals require specific care, an adequate environment, and enrichment in order to live a healthy life, which cannot be offered in a typical home. Domestication and captivity can result in st/r.e.s.s, behavioral anomalies, and physical health issues in these animals.

 Keeping exotic animals as pets has legal and ethical consequences. Many countries have legislation in place to safeguard the public and animals from the hazards of maintaining dangerous wildlife in residential areas.