If The Only Animal You Ride Is A Horse, You Are Seriously Missing Out.

Horses are so last century. If you’re a rider, it’s time to broaden your horizons and see what the rest of the world has to offer in terms of animal transportation. Although, some of these epic rides seem like they’d much rather eat you than let you ride them. (But hey, if you wanted to be boring, you’d drive a car like everyone else.)

It’s time to pimp your animal ride:

1. Ostrich – Australia, South Africa

Ostrich - Australia, South Africa

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(I thought only cartoon characters did this.)

2. Reindeer – Finland, Mongolia

Reindeer - Finland, Mongolia

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3. Zebra – China

Zebra - China

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All of the yes.

4. Camel – Egypt, Australia, China

Camel - Egypt, Australia, China

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5. Lion – Argentina

Lion - Argentina

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This may be the most impressive man that ever lived.

6. Dolphin – United States, Mexico, Australia, and many other countries.

Dolphin - United States, Mexico, Australia, and many other countries.

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7. Elephant – Thailand, South Africa

Elephant - Thailand, South Africa

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8. Giant Tortoise – Kenya

Giant Tortoise - Kenya

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9. Yak – China, Tibet, Mongolia, Pakistan

Yak - China, Tibet, Mongolia, Pakistan

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10. Llama – United States, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina

Llama - United States, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina

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11. Giraffe – South Africa

Giraffe - South Africa

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12. Water Buffalo – Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam

Water Buffalo - Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam

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13. Hippopotamus – South Africa, but nowhere safely

Hippopotamus - South Africa, but nowhere safely

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14. Pig (FOR BABY MONKEYS ONLY) – Our Hearts

Pig (FOR BABY MONKEYS ONLY) - Our Hearts

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Remember, just because you can ride these animals doesn’t mean you should. If you encounter one of them in the wild, don’t assume you can climb on its back and go for a stroll. Even if you do come across a working animal, make sure that it is working under fair conditions before supporting animal cruelty and putting yourself in danger.

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