An Unlikely Bond: How One German Family Adopted an Alligator into Their Home

The family's claim that the alligator is "harmless" is, of course, a point of much debate and fascination. It's a statement that flies in the face of everything we've been taught about these animals. Yet, the family’s experience suggests a different truth: that an alligator raised in a loving, stable environment, and treated with respect, may not exhibit the same predatory behaviors as its wild counterparts. This doesn't mean it's not dangerous, but it does suggest that the bond they share is one that mitigates risk, based on a deep-seated understanding of the animal's temperament and needs.