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8/18/26 - Inside The Preserve: Elephant Exploitation Repackaged as an “Experience”

8/18/26 - Inside The Preserve: Elephant Exploitation Repackaged as an “Experience”

8/18/26 - Inside The Preserve: Elephant Exploitation Repackaged as an “Experience”

CWI’s investigation documents tourist handling, staged tricks, performances, and bullhook use involving elephants at The Preserve in Texas.

2 hours ago

Protesters in animal costumes hold anti-trophy-hunting signs outside a city building; poster says WRATH March for Wildlife, Cecil.

Protesters in animal costumes hold anti-trophy-hunting signs outside a city building; poster says WRATH March for Wildlife, Cecil.

6/30/25 - WRATH March For Wildlife

Last Saturday, the Worldwide Rally Against Trophy Hunting March for Wildlife took place in Birmingham, England. The March honored the 10 year anniversary of the killing of Cecil the lion and raised awareness about the continued issues regarding the domestic and international slaughter of wild animals for "entertainment."

Jun 30, 2025

Elephants perform in a circus ring before a packed audience, with handlers and bright stage lights creating a lively scene.

Elephants perform in a circus ring before a packed audience, with handlers and bright stage lights creating a lively scene.

4/18/25 - Another win against circus cruelty!

Hadi Shrine Circus Ends Elephant Use!

Apr 17, 2024

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8/18/26 - Inside The Preserve: Elephant Exploitation Repackaged as an “Experience”

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8/11/26 - Emily Is 61 and Has Spent More Than a Year Alone

Aug 11

8/5/26 - Betty Is Still Being Exploited at Wilstem Wildlife Park

Aug 5

Betty, an elderly circus elephant, stands in an indoor ring wearing a red blanket and star medallion.

Betty, an elderly circus elephant, stands in an indoor ring wearing a red blanket and star medallion.

7/28/26 - CWI Urges Kerbela Shrine to End Elephant Acts at Future Circuses

Jul 28

7/21/26 - Asha transferred to sanctuary!

Jul 21

Close-up of an elephant leaning its trunk against a post at a zoo, with colorful structures in the background.

Close-up of an elephant leaning its trunk against a post at a zoo, with colorful structures in the background.

7/20/26 - Take Action: Tell Florida Venues to Stop Hosting Loomis Bros. Circus

Jul 21

Okha, a 56-year-old Asian elephant used by Loomis Bros. Circus

Okha, a 56-year-old Asian elephant used by Loomis Bros. Circus

7/16/26 - National Guinea Pig Appreciation Day: Help End PetSmart’s Guinea Pig Sales

Jul 16

two guinea pigs

two guinea pigs

7/11/26 - Portugal’s Last Circus Elephant Is In Sanctuary

Jul 11

Elephant enjoying a mud puddle in sanctuary.

Elephant enjoying a mud puddle in sanctuary.

7/9/26 - Tell the Bronx Zoo: Retire Patty to Sanctuary

Jul 9

Patty the elephant alone in enclosure.

Patty the elephant alone in enclosure.

6/29/26 - Minnesota Renaissance Festival Advertises Elephant Rides Again

Jul 1

Elephant beside a costumed woman at a festival; sign reads Speak out against elephant abuse at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.

Elephant beside a costumed woman at a festival; sign reads Speak out against elephant abuse at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.

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