A Ban On Performing Animals...

We as human beings seem to think its ok to force an animal to perform tricks for the entertainment of others and I say that it is not ok to do this. Its disgusting, barbaric and needs to stop... In the Philippines if the Dolphins do not perform they DO NOT eat, I believe these things happen all over the world and it has to stop. I ask the UK and US governments to ban it all areas, be it in the Circus, Water parks or aquariums there is no need for forced performances.   They are forced as they have no say in what they do, unlike you and I we can attend any training for anything that we wish as we have a voice, they DO NOT..  We need to put a stop to this.. People will pay to come and see these animals and help fund these parks knowing that you are running breeding a  program for endangered species and so on, but a performing animal for the entertainment of people has to stop, they are not our toys or play things.  But cruelty is not just inflicted on exotic creatures. Domestic animals such as horses and donkeys are also abused, and frequently whipped and beaten to make them perform. Horses and ponies, which should by rights be free to have lazy days and be groomed , spend virtually all of their time tied up with short ropes and confined to makeshift stables. This happens in Parks, and circuses all over the world even in one near YOU. 
If the UK and US were to lead the way we could could push for a 100% ban on these cruel acts with large punishments for those who do it, this is 2011 not 1811 and we have to stand against this type of thing. If the Governments are serious about ending the torment, abuse and suffering of performing animals then it should take the logical step of banning all performing animals, Wild or domesticated.  Many wild Dolphins are caught in countries like Japan every year and sold round the world to be forced into performing for the public the same things happen to Whales, I say lets have people perform NOT the animals, if you agree then please sign and pass it on to all that you know in anyway that you can. Take a stand and protect animals do not support the abuse. 
With respect always, James Howie..