As a cub, a tiger started growing up around a German shepherd puppy. And as this tiger grew up, she became best friends with the dog. In fact, in now seems as though the tiger doesn’t realize that she isn’t a dog. The two play together as best friends. Now, the tiger raises her own cub right alongside the dogs.

At this shelter, many people come to see the tiger play with these German shepherd dogs because it’s such a unique phenomenon. The visitors say it’s an incredible experience unlike anything they’ve ever seen before.

Watch the video to see photos and the full story of these two unique friends.

It was an unlikely friendship, but they are great friends.