In the State of Texas, Abandoning an animal is illegal and the defendant will be punished with a Class A misdemeanor, which may include a fine up to $4,000, jail time up to a year, or both.
Roadside zoos are an example of commercial cruelty where animal exhibitors put profit over the care of the animals. There is a reason that accredited zoos do not allow public contact- it is not in the animals' best interest. Learn more about roadside zoos and how to spot one with our latest resource guide.
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