Passaic County, NJ, Bans Wild or Exotic Animal Circus Acts - National Humane Education Society

Paws Up!

To the Passaic County Board of Freeholders in New Jersey for banning wild and exotic animal circus acts on county properties.

Wonder overcomes us as we behold wild and exotic animals.  The regal stance of the elephant, the sheer power of the lion, and the exquisite colors of the macaw captivate us. However, these animals deserve their freedom, not a life in captivity. Throughout the United States, many cities  have banned circus and other exotic animal displays as a means of curbing the suffering, boredom, and sometimes abuse of animals  being used for live entertainment.  According to a recent news article, the Passaic County Board of Freeholders in New Jersey has evoked change by passing a law to ban wild or exotic animal circus acts from being performed on county properties. 

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Take Action:  Passaic County, New Jersey, residents, contact your freeholder to show your support of the ban on wild animal circus acts.  Other residents, support ordinances in your area to help protect the welfare of wild and exotic animals.