Circus, Entertainment, Rodeos

Displaying 31 - 40 of 177
Titlesort descending Summary
Baugh v. Beatty


This California case is a personal injury action by Dennis Ray Baugh, a minor, by John R. Baugh, his guardian ad litem, against Clyde Beatty and others, resulting from injuries suffered by the 4-year old child after he was  bitten by a chimpanzee in a circus animal tent. The court found that the instructions given were prejudicial where the jurors were told that the patron could not recover if the patron's conduct caused injury or if the conduct of the father in charge of patron caused injury; instead, the sole question for jury should have been whether patron knowingly and voluntarily invited injury because the animal was of the class of animals

ferae naturae,

of known savage and vicious nature.
Behind a Glass, Darkly


As wild populations of big cats continue to decline precipitously, concerns about the ethical and environmental considerations of keeping cats for entertainment have increased exponentially. The plight of the big cat has been brought forcibly into the international media spotlight following high profile incidents like the tiger attack on Roy Horn at Las Vegas’ Mirage Casino. However, for every big cat whose instinct makes the national news, many suffer in silence, sacrificed to entertain the masses. Often, this cruelty to animals is rationalized under the wide net of “education,” since many people still believe there is valuable information to be gained from viewing animals trapped behind bars.
Biological Information on the Asiatic Black Bear


Information on the physical characteristics, habitat, temperament, and mating and feeding patterns of the Asiatic black bear.
Bolivia - Circus - LEY Nº 4040, 2009
Brief Overview of Chimpanzee Laws


This article briefly covers the main threats to chimpanzee welfare, the tools currently in place to protect them, and suggestions for improving their status.
Brief Summary of Animals in Circuses and the Laws Governing Them


This brief summary describes some of the state and federal laws that concern circuses. The threats facing both circus animals and the patrons who attend circuses are outlined.
Brief Summary of Bear Farming and the Trade in Bear Bile


Brief summary of the practice of bear farming in Asian nations, as well as the problem of international trade in bear bile.
Brief Summary of Laws Concerning Animals in Film Media


This brief summary discusses the few laws that protect animals used in film production. At the federal level, only the AWA and ESA touch upon the issue. No states directly address the use of animals in film, though cruelty laws protect animals from abuse and neglect. Industry standards, like those issued by the AHA, most directly target the treatment of animals during film making.
Brief Summary of Legal Implications of Dolphin and Human Interactions This brief summary explores some of the ethical and legal issues involved in human-dolphin interactions.
Brief Summary of Rodeos This brief summary explores issues of animal welfare and rodeos. The summary explores the history of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the self-governing rules implemented by the organization. The few federal and state laws applicable to rodeo animals are discussed as well as local laws that have more stringent bans.

Pages