Dean Schneider, 27, has quit his job to care for a pride of lions and other animals at his Hakuna Mipaka Oasis reserve in the wilds of South Africa.
Dean Schneider is known for his work in wildlife conservation and has gained popularity by sharing his experiences and interactions with wild animals on social media.
Their Hakuna Mipaka Oasis serves as a sanctuary for a variety of animals, and is dedicated to raising awareness about wildlife conservation and the importance of coexisting with nature.
Dean Schneider emphasizes that he doesn’t refer to his interactions with the lions as “playing” with them. Instead, he sees it as more than just playing; it’s about living with the lions and being part of their pride.
He acknowledges that there is an element of play involved, similar to how humans enjoy playing with each other or other animals. However, he is keen to highlight that there are also serious and unique situations where it becomes part of the lions’ lives.
Dean is cautious about promoting his experiences as mere play and aims to convey the depth and responsibility involved in coexisting with these magnificent creatures.
Dean Schneider emphasizes that he is not training the animals, but rather living alongside them.
Communication, he says, is crucial in this coexistence. Listen and learn their language, using it to communicate effectively.
By understanding and speaking their language, you form a deeper connection with the animals and highlight the importance of mutual understanding in their unique lifestyle of living with wild animals.
Despite the challenges, Dean Schneider is happy with the choices he has made in his life and is unlikely to return to the conventional corporate world of finance any time soon.
Their happiness and fulfillment come from living in harmony with wildlife and dedicating themselves to wildlife conservation. 
Dean appears to have found his passion and purpose in his unconventional lifestyle, and values the unique experiences and connections he has formed with the animals in his care.
