Watch: Bear attacks handler during live circus show, old video resurfaces

Animal cruelty remains a major concern worldwide, affecting both pets and wild animals. Numerous incidents reveal extreme torture faced by animals, often leading to severe injuries or death.

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One of the most disturbing contexts for such cruelty is the captivity of animals in circuses. Here, animals are tamed and trained to perform acts for public entertainment, enduring horrific abuse during training and even during live shows. This ongoing torture drives some animals to obey out of fear, while others revolt and attack their handlers.

Recently, a video surfaced online showing a bear attacking its handler during a live circus performance. The footage reveals the bear, initially pushing a cart on stage, obediently following the handler's instructions. The situation takes a dramatic turn when the handler grabs the bear’s snout and pulls it, causing the bear to lash out and attack.

The audience, initially enjoying the performance, watched in shock as another circus staff member intervened, kicking the bear in an attempt to rescue the handler. Amidst the chaos, frightened spectators hurriedly exited the gallery with their children to avoid further danger.

Social media users reacted strongly to the video, with many expressing sympathy for the bear and criticizing the practice of using wild animals for entertainment. One user commented, “Wild animals are not for our entertainment purposes to hold in captive!!! When they snap, we blame the animal. Ridiculous!!” Another added, “I hope they didn’t put the bear down because of his stupidity! The bear should be free in his own territory.”