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!

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Connecticut considers wild animal circus ban!

Connecticut is the latest state to put forward proposals to end traveling wild animal acts. Four bills – HB5024, HB5248, HB6001, and HB6017 – have been introduced and are now before the Joint Environment Committee

Support Welsh circus ban plans!

Draft legislation for a Welsh circus ban receives overwhelming support following public consultation.

Ferndale first city in Michigan to ban wild circus animal acts!

Ferndale has made history by becoming the first city in Michigan to ban the use of wild/exotic animals in displays and performances! There are now 92 jurisdictions in 32 US states with restrictions on wild/exotic animal circus acts in place.