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5/28/26 - Okha heads to Pennsylvania
As far as CWI is aware, Okha is the only elephant currently traveling and performing with a circus in the United States right now. While this could change, it still represents an extraordinary milestone. When CWI first began this work, dozens of elephants were on the road every spring. Now seemingly only Okha remains — and she needs us more than ever. Elderly Okha is still being hauled from town to town with Loomis Bros. Circus for performances and rides. At a time when cir
May 28
5/22/26 Tembo the elephant has died.
The Topeka Zoo has euthanized African elephant Tembo after what the zoo described as a "recent and rapid decline in her health." She's been alone since her interspecies companion, Asian elephant Cora, was euthanized after experiencing a similar situation last October. We are deeply saddened that Tembo passed without the company of any other elephant, and that both Cora and Tembo died inside zoo walls. With Tembo's death, three elephants—Emily, Happy, and Patty—remain in CWI's
May 22
5/13/26 Sloth World death toll rises to 55
Sloth World death toll reaches 55 animals.
May 13
5/12/26 Isa & Viola are off the road!
Success! Elephants Isa and Viola are no longer traveling with Jordan World Circus. Venues hosting Jordan World on upcoming tour dates have been informed that elephants will no longer appear in shows this year.
May 12
5/10/25 Okha returns to Loomis Bros Circus
Okha returning to Loomis Bros Circus. Speak out!
May 10
4/29/26 Okha the elephant at Naja Shrine Circus
Okha's suffering continues this weekend where she will be subjected to more exploitation at the Naja Shrine Circus in South Dakota.
Apr 29
4/23/26 - Sloth World death toll reaches 31
Sloth World responsible for the deaths of 31 animals to date.
Apr 23
4/21/26 - Tell PetSmart to end the sale of guinea pigs!
PetSmart has committed to ending the sale of turtles, tortoises, and several other species. Now they must do the same for guinea pigs!
Apr 21
4/17/26 - Complaint filed for Isa and Viola!
Breaking news: based on the heartbreaking footage we recently received of Isa and Viola performing with Jordan World Circus at two locations in Arizona, CWI has filed a complaint with the USDA. We have now made a compilation video available for you to view by clicking here. Thanks to the bravery of a compassionate activist, in the brief two-minute video you will get a sense of the misery that Isa and Viola endured over the span of two days. Once you view the video, be sure to
Apr 17
4/14/26 - A happy Saffron update!
CWI is thrilled to be able to share that Saffron, the guinea pig who suffered a massive shoulder-to-shoulder gash, has now completely recovered!
Apr 14
