Does Stardust circus abuse animals?

Stardust Circus is the only remaining travelling animal circus operating in NSW. Banned from setting up on public land by over 41 councils in Australia, Stardust Circus is continually rocked by claims of animal abuse.

Are circus animals banned in Australia?

Australia: While over 40 local councils have banned the use of circus animals in Australia, there are no national nor state bans against the use of wild and domesticated animals in circuses. Neither is there any national welfare standard for circus animals.

What happened to the lions at Stardust Circus?

Stardust Circus had to retire its six lions and four monkeys after they were unable to renew their insurance. Lions had been a part of Stardust Circus’ shows for over half a century. The lions will reportedly be housed in specially built enclosures at a zoo in NSW.

Do any circuses still have animals in Australia?

Travelling circuses have been around in Australia since the 1860’s, and there are thought to be around a dozen still currently operating. For many years, several of these circuses kept elephants, but today only two continue to use exotic animals in performances.

Why animals should not be in a circus?

Travelling circus life is likely to have a harmful effect on animal welfare as captive animals are unable to socialise, get enough exercise or exhibit natural behaviours. Many animals develop behavioural and/or health problems as a direct result of the captive life that they are forced to lead.

Do circuses still have lions?

Lions have been part of the family-run circus for 50 years. The rest of the circus animals, including horses, dogs and goats, will continue as part of the show, which tours Australia from January to November. Animal activist group PETA claimed Stardust’s decision to retire the exotic animals was a win.

Do animal circuses still exist?

There are still circuses in the US that operate today. However, there are still circuses in business today that travel around the country with wildlife. Some of these circuses include Loomis Bros Circus, Jordan World, Carden International, Royal Hanneford, and Carson & Barnes.

What circus still have animals?

Ringling, Cole Bros., Carson and Barnes, Shriners, and UniverSoul are some of the many circuses in the United States that did or currently have wild animals.

Are animals allowed in circus?

In 2018, Hawaii and New Jersey banned the use of most wild animals in both circuses and traveling acts. In 2019, California banned the use of all animals, with the exception of dogs, cats, and domesticated horses, in circuses only.

What happened to the circus animals?

Over the years, some were sold to zoos, a few died, and several more were born. Now, there are 34 elephants at the CEC, and one on loan to the Fort Worth Zoo. Nearly all of them are about to move again.

What happened to the animals in the Stardust Circus?

The rest of the circus animals, including horses, dogs and goats, will continue as part of the show, which tours Australia from January to November. Animal activist group PETA claimed Stardust’s decision to retire the exotic animals was a win. One of the Stardust Circus lions.

How many lions does Stardust Circus have?

Stardust Circus has been using lions in its travelling family circus for half a century but had to retire its six lions and four monkeys earlier this month after being unable to renew its insurance.

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