Are zoo cages bad for animals?

Yes, cages are bad for animals. Wild animals are simply not used to them and end up hurting themselves, trying to climb or escape another way. On top of that, cages are not safe to use with all animals. read more

Yes, cages are bad for animals. Wild animals are simply not used to them and end up hurting themselves, trying to climb or escape another way. On top of that, cages are not safe to use with all animals. Most animals are unhappy in zoos, it’s a fact. It’s the responsibility of the zoo owner and workers to make it as natural and pleasant as possible. read more

One zoo in the UK had to ban it’s patrons from wearing animal print because it was confusing the animals. That – or just getting there hopes up. Sloths are notorious for their “lazy” behavior. read more

Zoos may not even benefit people as much as once thought. According to one study, many visitors don't pay much attention to the animals -- they're actually talking to each other about unrelated things and spending only a few minutes at each display [source: Booth]. It's a toss-up whether zoos are good or bad for animals. read more

Then cages do not have to be that bad. This is what zoo’s and wild parks try to accomplish: an enviroment where animals can be observed without those animals getting mental or physological problems. read more