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Animals injured; some killed by cars at Shamba Safari
A representative of Roadside Zoo News visited Shamba Safari and witnessed disturbing animal treatment at the new drive-thru roadside zoo.
Jun 25, 2021


Wisconsin 'roadside zoo bill' weakens exotic animal regulations
A bill that would weaken regulations on exotic animals at roadside zoos in the state has passed the Wisconsin Senate.
Jun 24, 2021


Up to 20 non-native prairie dogs loose at Wisconsin's Shamba Safari
Up to 20 domestic prairie dogs are running loose on the grounds of Shamba Safari, Neshkoro, WI, according to recent visitors.
Jun 21, 2021


Tanganyika Wildlife Park shuts down splash park after more than a dozen visitors become ill
More than a dozen people are sick and two children have been hospitalized after visiting the splash park at Tanganyika Wildlife Park.
Jun 20, 2021


Jeff and Lauren Lowe cited with 14 violations at June inspection of Tiger King Park
Animals at Tiger King Park are suffering with rotten food, filthy water and no medical care.
Jun 18, 2021


Single Vision cited by Feds again; 8 animals dead since last inspection
Single Vision has again been cited by the USDA. Eight animals died in the past seven months and Single Vision didn't record their deaths.
Jun 18, 2021


Tiger Safari under fire for mishandling otter during pay-to-play interaction
Tiger Safari is under fire for their mishandling of animals used during pay-to-play encounters. Footage shows an otter in distress.
Jun 17, 2021


Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary has ties to Tiger King players
Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary has ties to numerous Tiger King players including Joe Exotic, Doc Antle, Tim Stark, Jeff Lowe and Carole Baskin
Jun 16, 2021


More delays in Tiger King Park lawsuit
New documents were filed today in the case of the Department of Justice (DOJ) vs. Jeff and Lauren Lowe of Tiger King Park.
Jun 11, 2021


Jeff Lowe of Tiger King Park loses second lawyer this week
Jeff and Lauren’s lawyer, Daniel Card, today filed a motion to withdraw as their attorney in the case of the DOJ vs. Tiger King Park.
Jun 11, 2021


Tiger Creek Safari listed for sale after animal sanctuary cited for violations
The Tiger Creek Safari Clubhouse and surrounding land are now listed for sale, days after the USDA revealed medical neglect at the
Jun 10, 2021


Jeff Lowe skips court; wanted in Las Vegas
Jeff Lowe of Tiger King Park skipped his court hearing in Las Vegas yesterday. A judge issued four bench warrants for his arrest.
Jun 10, 2021


Cicchelli’s Second Chance Rescue and Exotics receives official USDA warning
Roadside zoo owners April and Ryan Cicchelli try to pass themselves off as a rescue but most of the exotics they own were purchased.
Jun 9, 2021


Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary creates fake page, fake award; blames neglect on disgruntled employees
Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary Owners Brian Werner Ferris and Emily Owen have begun misleading the public to hide their illegal activities.
Jun 7, 2021


800K to buy your own roadside zoo
Special Memories Zoo, Greenville, WI, has now been listed for sale with a realtor. The asking price for the troubled 15-acre roadside zoo?
Jun 6, 2021


Remembering the 11 animals that sacrificed their life at Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary
11 animals that passed away at Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary with no medical care, according to a April, 2021 USDA inspection report.
Jun 6, 2021


Jeff and Lauren Lowe of Tiger King Park arrested for Driving Under the Influence
Early this morning Jeff and Lauren Lowe of Tiger King Park, Thackerville, OK, were arrested for DUI and they are currently incarcerated
Jun 5, 2021


Does anyone know where Stanley the giraffe is?
Stanley the giraffe was moved out of California on May 29 and no one has been able to verify where he has been taken.
Jun 4, 2021


What should you do when you visit a roadside zoo?
With the unofficial start of summer behind us, many people will be flocking to roadside zoos.
Jun 2, 2021


Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary receives critical USDA violation for the death of 11 big cats
Animals at Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary showed clinical signs for weeks, sometimes months, without being examined by a vet prior to death.
Jun 1, 2021
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