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animal-welfare2 years ago•1 min saved

Animal Cruelty Investigation Leads to Seizure of Over 100 Animals at Virginia Zoo

Dozens of animals, including a white tiger, were seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo in Rockbridge County, Virginia, following an investigation into alleged animal cruelty. The search warrant revealed that the animals were found with various health issues, living in filthy habitats without proper care, food, or water. In addition to 95 living animals, investigators also discovered dozens of dead animals and animal body parts. A white tiger was euthanized with the consent of the owners to end its suffering. The Virginia Attorney General's Office is pursuing charges, and a hearing has been scheduled for December 20th.

via Boston 25 News|

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animal-welfare2 years ago•1 min saved

"Disturbing Discoveries: Shocking Details Unveiled in Natural Bridge Zoo Raid"

Court documents reveal that a raid on the Natural Bridge Zoo in Virginia was prompted by two undercover informants, one of whom was an employee at the zoo. The informants documented instances of animal mistreatment, including an elephant handler instructing the use of a bullhook on sensitive areas. During visits in October and November, officials found unsanitary conditions and neglected animals, including a dead goat that went unnoticed for over an hour. Based on their investigation, authorities concluded that there was a direct and immediate threat to the health and safety of the animals at the zoo. The search of the property has been completed.

via WSLS 10|

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animal-welfare2 years ago•2 min saved

Investigation uncovers alleged animal cruelty at Natural Bridge Zoo

95 animals have been seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo in Virginia following a search warrant served by the state police on behalf of the Attorney General's Office. The warrant describes alleged animal cruelty, including animals with health ailments, filthy habitats, and lack of appropriate care or food/water. The zoo's 12-year-old Siberian tiger named Zeus was euthanized, and the warrant lists numerous dead animals and body parts. A confidential informant reported substandard conditions for an elephant named Asha, including being shackled, sleeping in urine, and carrying excessive weight from visitors riding on her back. Investigations are ongoing.

via WDBJ|

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animal-welfare2 years ago•3 min saved

Natural Bridge Zoo Under Investigation: Tiger Euthanized, 95 Animals Seized

A 12-year-old tiger named Zeus was euthanized at the Natural Bridge Zoo in Virginia, and 95 animals were impounded as part of an investigation by the Attorney General's Office's Animal Law Unit. The details of the investigation have not been disclosed, but the zoo owner confirmed the euthanization, stating that Zeus was sick and wouldn't eat. Critics argue that the zoo's practices prioritize profit over animal welfare, citing previous violations and inhumane treatment.

via WSET|

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animal-welfare2 years ago•1 min saved

Investigation at Natural Bridge Zoo: Tiger Euthanized, 91 Animals Seized

Animals are being seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo in Virginia following a search warrant, with crates and carriers taken from the facility. The zoo's 12-year-old Siberian tiger, Zeus, was euthanized for unknown reasons. A Colorado sanctuary will take in some of the animals, while the zoo owner's attorney plans to challenge the seizure in a civil forfeiture hearing. The Office of the Attorney General has declined to comment on the ongoing investigation.

via WDBJ|

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crimeanimal-welfare2 years ago•2 min saved

"VSP Conducts Search Warrant at Natural Bridge Zoo Amid Ongoing Investigation"

Virginia State Police, with assistance from the Attorney General's Office, are conducting an investigative search warrant at the Natural Bridge Zoo in Rockbridge County. The zoo owners claim unfair treatment and plan to fight the seizure in court. Animal control trailers were seen removing an animal from the zoo, and police were documenting findings in the animal enclosures. PETA has expressed support for the investigation, citing concerns about the welfare of the animals, particularly a solitary elephant named Asha. The search is expected to continue into Thursday.

via WSLS 10|

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