Animal Law

Can’t Be Tamed: Exotic Animal Ownership Laws of North Carolina and the Federal Government

September 18, 2020

When it first premiered in March, Netflix’s hit miniseries, Tiger King, revealed a fascinating and often disquieting glimpse into the bizarre world of big cat ownership.  The show immediately became something of a cultural phenomenon, thanks to its colorful cast of characters and outlandish plot twists, but it also catapulted the plight of thousands of big cats into the national spotlight.  For the few remaining people who haven’t seen it, the core of the show revolves around a bitter [...]

The show mustn’t go on

September 1, 2017

As concern for animal welfare increases, circuses and other businesses in the animal entertainment industry are forced to close their doors. [...]