The Sea World debate

SeaWorld in the United States has come under a lot of pressure from animal activists recently over its treatment of ocean mammals.

(seaworld.com.au)

The criticism has led to drop in attendance, some changes in practices at its parks in Orlando and San Diego, and a commitment that the company’s new park in the UAE would focus on education, rescue and rehabilitation.

But in Australia, the public mood seems quite different.

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Animal welfare comes first

Let’s hear it for the travel agents, including the giant  Thomas Cook chain, for putting the welfare of animals ahead of profit opportunities.

(thomascook.com)

Thomas Cook has recently reaffirmed its commitment to the Global Welfare Guidance for Animals in Tourism from ABTA, the UK travel association.

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