That's okay, I can talk to them from what you said!

[He said before gesturing his head toward the tiger.]

Hi there, she said hello and she wants to be your friend too! Would you like that? [In response, the tiger merely looked at the woman before looking at the boy. Of course, he didn't say anything but gave the both of them a curious look.]

See? He wants to know you too! [Which may or may not be accurate.]