However, apart from getting abuse, animals also reportedly suffer from accidents. A Ringling Bros. exposé titled "The Cruelest Show on Earth" by Mother Jones' Deborah Nelson told the story of a fatal accident in 2004 which involved an eight-month-old elephant. According to Take Part, the elephant had to be euthanized after breaking two legs during a training exercise.
Ringling Brothers controversy still remains to be addressed. Though the Ringling Bros. have remained true to its traditions, some of its competitors have reportedly revamped their shows. These include the Big Apple Circus which now only work with domesticated animals. Cirque du Soleil's big tent also doesn't feature animals at all, says Take Part.
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