In the wild, bears don't ride bicycles, tigers don't jump through fiery hoops, and elephants don't stand upright on their hind legs. Circuses portray a distorted view of wildlife.

Prev | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | Next
Page 9 of 11
Dick Gregory Speaks Up for Animals in Circuses
In his book The Circus Kings, Henry North Ringling, one of the founders of Ringling Bros. circus, stated, “It is not usually a pretty sight to see the big cats trained.”
more
Give Your School Board a Lesson in Circus Cruelty
When Chicago parent Julie Ferguson chaperoned a classroom field trip to the Medinah Shrine Circus, the excitement turned to horror after the elephant act.
more
Help Polar Bears Suffering in Mexican Circus
This is the history of PETA’s victorious campaign to free seven polar bears from a tropical circus.
more
Illegally Smuggled Baby Elephant Is Found in Mexico With PETA’s Help
PETA writes to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
more
PETA Challenges Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus’ Deceptive Ads
According to Ringling’s latest ad campaign, “All our newborns come with a lifetime guarantee.” The Ringling ad goes on to claim that its captive-breeding program is somehow helping endangered Asian elephants.
more



You can help stop the suffering of elephants, tigers, and other animals abused in the name of "entertainment." Click here to support PETA's vital work.