But he's so soft and cuddly! :D
(and, if you look carefully, chained down :p )
Ah well. To each their own, hey. Enjoy the holiday mate, I'm sure you've well and truly earned it!
I must admit that I don't recall the cost, but I can highly recommend you book in to cuddle the tigers at Dreamworld. I went up for my 21st a number of years back and sat with Mohan, the big white tiger there.
Amazing experience.