Category Archives: Captivity Industry
15May
Wikie and Keijo May be Sent to Loro Parque
Wikie and her son Keijo, the last remaining orcas at Marineland in Antibes, France, may soon be transferred to Spain, according to
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01May
Empty the Tanks: What It Means and Why It Matters
Some people within the animal welfare community say they no longer support the Empty The Tanks campaign. “I can’t continue to advocate
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23Apr
Tui’s “Choice” Argument Leaves Dolphins with None
TUI sells holidays filled with smiling faces, turquoise waters, and the promise of unforgettable experiences. But behind the glossy marketing lies something
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21Apr
Dolphin Project: 56 Years and Going Strong!
“For a whopping 56 years, Dolphin Project has stood firmly behind one simple belief: that together, we can protect dolphins. And together,
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06Apr
Dolphins in Distress at Vallarta Adventures
For decades, Mexico’s beautiful coastlines and turquoise waters have drawn tourists from around the world. Beneath the promise of sun, leisure, and
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27Mar
What’s Next After Canada’s Last Aquarium Closes?
Bill S-203, the Ending the Captivity of Whales and Dolphins Act, was passed by the House of Commons on June 10, 2019.
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23Mar
One Dolphins Story: Sumar
Sumar was born on May 14, 1998, at SeaWorld Orlando. His mother, Taima, was born in captivity, and his father, Tilikum, was
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13Mar
The Manufactured Euphoria of Dolphin Shows
Can you feel the excitement – the anticipation that something big is about to happen? That special something that you, privileged as
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11Mar
Kolmården Dolphinarium Fails Inspection
Kolmården Dolphinarium in Sweden is facing criticism after an unannounced inspection, according to a Swedish news outlet named SVT. The Östergötland County
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02Mar
Why Captive Dolphins are Nothing Like Having a Dog
I hear this comparison often: “I have a dog at home. My dog is happy, loved, and lives in my house. Isn’t
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