Comments on: 10 reasons to go see the Shrine Circus

By: Irit Targonsky

Irit Targonsky — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 17:31:22 +0000

I do hope that is true as it would make me very happy to know that. Sometimes however, even Canadian guidelines are not as effective as they should be (like in the case of Marineland). But hopefully Shrine is better than that! Again, please know that I am not judging those that choose to go. I just wanted to shine a light on a potential issue with these circuses! 🙂

By: Shash

Shash — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 14:52:37 +0000

In reply to Irit. I understand your concerns. But please know, you can't judge all circus's under the same belief. Not all circus' are created equal. This circus is allowed to travel in Canada because they do adhere to strict guidelines and do not poorly treat their animals.

By: Irit

Irit — Fri, 05 Jul 2013 14:48:15 +0000

Mayale… I must put in my two cents here. I don’t mean to be the Debbie Downer here and I am glad families have a blast at the circus. I know Sammy would love it, but…..
I need to mention to those reading that the animals are so poorly treated in these travelling circuses. I am conflicted myself in taking our son to places like these, but I think I personally would opt not to support them the same way I prefer not to support Marine Land. The TO Zoo I sway back and forth as they do follow a stict ethics on how they treat their animals, but they’re still captive which is a little sad.

I just wanted to add the “why you should not go see the circus” side of things. No judgements I promise! Just a different perspective!