Stop Circus Suffering - Stop Circus Suffering

The global campaign to end the suffering of animals in circuses

Stop Circus Suffering is a major campaign by Animal Defenders International to end the suffering of animals in circuses. Built on the hard-hitting evidence of our undercover investigations, ADI runs awareness campaigns; lobbies governments and municipalities; and works with partner groups. The campaign has seen many successes including the closure of circuses, rescue of animals, and local and national bans - to date, over 35 countries have taken measures to prohibit animal circuses!

Get involved and help circus animals today!

The show sadly goes on for ex-Ringling big cats in Europe.

Former Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus big cat trainer Alexander Lacey is back perfoming in Europe following his controversial departure from the US last month.

Urge your MSP to attend circus bill debate THIS THURSDAY!

The bill to ban wild animals in circuses in Scotland will be debated this Thursday 5 October so please contact your MSP today urging them to support the proposed legislation which would see Scotland become the first UK nation to stop circus suffering!

Urge Wales to ban wild animal acts before 8th October!

The Welsh Government is currently consulting on proposals to “improve the welfare of animals in mobile animal exhibits” including circuses. Please join ADI today in responding to this important consultation that could very well decide the fate of a circus ban in Wales.