Problem
Exploitation of animals for amusement
Experimental visualization of narrower problems
Other Names:
Maltreatment of animals for entertainment Nature:
In addition to the exploitation of animals in cruel sports, zoos, menageries and circuses are increasing in number as more people with few qualifications enter the business of displaying exotic animals. Animals may be confined for long periods in small cages. They may have untreated wounds, exhibit neurotic symptoms, or be chained. Animals ranging from mice to dogs may be fed alive to carnivores. The animals may be improperly fed, mixed with others when they are naturally solitary, or deprived of any means of distraction (in the case of primates in particular).
Broader Problems:
Cruelty to animals Exploitative entertainmentCommercialization of wildlifeFailure of the zoo as an educational institution Narrower Problems:
Maltreatment of zoo animalsMaltreatment of pet animalsMutilation of domestic animalsMaltreatment of performing animalsMaltreatment of animals in aquariaExploitation of animals in spectator sports Related Problems:
Inhumane food preparationMaltreatment of livestockMisleading incorporation of advertising into entertainment Strategies:
Using animalsCaring for animals Subject(s):
Recreation → Animal sportsRecreation → Recreation
Societal Problems → Maltreatment
Zoology → Animals
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
D: Detailed problems Date of last update
22.05.2019 – 21:20 CEST