1. The truth behind the big top
A look into the Ringling Brothers Circus, and the Treatment of its Animals

2. Ringling Brothers circus
One of the most popular circuses in the world
In the business for 130 years
“ The costumes were beautiful, the animals were fabulous and the overall show was amazing! We loved it!!!”

3. The real side of the circus
Proper veterinary need for animals are not a priority
Avoid reporting deaths on animals to not cause problems with protestors
More animals are dying under the watchful eyes of circus coordinators and vets

4. Visual proof

5. Conditions
According to Peta.org, animals are confined in boxcars and trailers while traveling across the country
Circus travels over 25,000 miles across the country
No ventilation in boxcars, and no protection from hot or cold air

6. A possible solution
Many are suing Ringling Brothers for mistreatment of animals
Draws attention to negative treatment of animals and brings forth the hidden side of the Ringling Brothers circus
Endangered Species Act protects these wild animals

7. references
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