Elephants Suffer in Zoos

Please, donate today and directly support our groundbreaking elephant investigations.

Because of the profound lack of sufficient room in zoos, elephants suffer from physical and mental illnesses. Fatal foot disease and arthritis, depression, boredom and even brain damage are just a few of the dire conditions elephants face in zoos from lack of space.

Despite this, the space problem is for the most part ignored by zoos, by governments and the industry that regulate zoos. But in In Defense of Animals, we are on the front lines exposing the lack of space, along with all of the other cruel deprivations elephants suffer in zoos.

Our investigations of these facilities include:

  • Conducting covert in-person assessments
  • Reviewing thousands of government and veterinary records
  • Consulting with elephant experts to rebut zoo propaganda with scientific fact

Our work continues to expose the hidden suffering of elephants in zoos.

With your support we pledge to continue this vital mission to free elephants from the living hell of tiny barren zoo habitats, bereft of everything elephants need to live as wild and free as possible.

Won't you join us today? Your gift will save elephants from a lifetime of misery.

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In Defense of Animals is involved in many projects to protect animals' rights, welfare, and habitats. Money contributed to In Defense of Animals supports ALL of our worthy programs and gives us the flexibility to respond to emerging needs. Thank you for your support and consideration.