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Going to the circus should NOT be an elderly elephant exploitation event. Viola the elephant and other animals need your help!
Carson & Barnes Circus has been cited for more than 100 violations of the federal Animal Welfare Act—including for failing to provide animals with proper veterinary care, enough space, and clean water. Viola and other elephants exploited by Carson & Barnes were captured from the wild as babies and shipped to the U.S., where they’ve spent 50+ years in chains and performing under the threat of sharp weapons called bullhooks. A vid of veteran trainer Tim Frisco shows him hitting elephants with a bullhook and shocking them with an electric prod.
Every elephant used in circuses is elderly, and most seem to suffer from movement issues, likely caused by a lifetime of confinement and forced performances.
The abuse doesn’t stop there. When not performing uncomfortable circus tricks, Viola and other elephants are confined at an elephant training compound in Oklahoma called the “Endangered Ark Foundation.”
Please politely urge Carson & Barnes Circus to end its cruel animal acts and send Viola and the other elephants to reputable sanctuaries!