article thumbnail

Ringling Brothers Circus Faces Lawsuit Over Elephants

Critter News

The charges state that “Ringling Bros. The lawsuit is bringing to light what many elephant experts and animal advocates have known for years: that these large, powerful and intelligent animals cannot be confined, subdued and forced to perform without a significant amount of physical force.

article thumbnail

Ringling Brother Accused of Violating ESA

Critter News

The treatment of circus elephants went on trial in federal court Wednesday with animal rights groups accusing Ringling Bros. of violating the Endangered Species Act when it uses bullhooks and chains to control its performing pachyderms.