Animal welfare advocates are renewing calls for Okha, a 56-year-old elephant, to be retired from circus performances and moved to a permanent sanctuary. According to campaigners, Okha is currently the only elephant still traveling with a road circus in the United States. They argue that after decades of performing, she should be allowed to spend her remaining years in a more … [Read more...] about Calls Grow For Elderly Circus Elephant To Be Retired To A Sanctuary
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Elephant finally rescued after over 80 years in shackles – finally lays down and rest
Elephants aren’t made for a life in chains. Yet they’re still paraded around like circus props – utterly appalling in my opinion. Fortunately, attitudes are starting to shift. And today, let’s choose to focus on the positive, even though Grandma Somboon’s story begins in horror and cruelty. This elephant was kidnapped from her natural habitat as a young calf and … [Read more...] about Elephant finally rescued after over 80 years in shackles – finally lays down and rest
Former circus elephants separated for 22 years – cameras catch moment they reunite for the 1st time
The internet is filled with countless heartwarming stories, but few rival the emotional reunion of two elephants, Shirley and Jenny, after being separated for over 22 years. This incredible moment, first captured by PBS in 2000, continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, highlighting the deep emotional capacities of animals. The story, set at the Elephant Sanctuary in … [Read more...] about Former circus elephants separated for 22 years – cameras catch moment they reunite for the 1st time