Exhibited Animals

What are the welfare issues with elephants in Australian zoos?

It is essential that animals kept in zoos receive the highest standards of care that meet their behavioural, social and physiological needs, with documented animal management plans, and minimum enforceable husbandry standards.

What are the welfare risks of animal tourist attractions and selfies with animals?

There are many overseas animal encounters promoted as ‘must do’ or ‘must see’ for tourists, such as circuses, elephant riding, bull fights, petting and taking selfies with tigers, dancing bears, and other animals; but at what cost is this to the animals?