Three dolphins swimming in the vast open ocean. The surface of the water can be seen with sunrays shining through.

3000 dolphins around the world are suffering in captivity.

Dolphins, known for their social nature and remarkable intelligence, are suffering unimaginable hardships in the name of entertainment.

Across the world, these incredible beings are being hunted and removed from their wild homes, their value reduced to the profit they generate for venues.

A captive dolphin's daily life is a far cry from the vibrant, social existence they would experience in the wild. Confined to tanks up to 200,000 times smaller than their natural habitats, they endure physical and emotional stress:

Isolation: Many dolphins wake up entirely alone, separated from their social groups.

Stress and Boredom: Endless circling of barren tanks becomes their only activity, leading to extreme anxiety. Some, in desperation, bite the tank bars, often breaking their teeth.

Deprivation of Natural Light: While some dolphins are deprived of sunlight altogether, others endure overexposure.

Performances for Survival: Their only reprieve is stressful and unnatural performances for tourists, being subjected to loud noises and a reward of a small portion of frozen fish.

A dolphin is peeking over the edge of a pool at an entertainment venue

This existence is no life for one of the most intelligent and emotionally aware creatures on our planet.

Together, we can end this cruel industry. With your help, we can push for change and make this the last generation of dolphins who suffer in captivity. By raising awareness and standing against this exploitation, we can protect their right to a life of freedom and dignity.

Together, we can ensure their future is one of wild oceans, not barren tanks.

We will use your donation where the need is greatest to protect animals, like those featured in this appeal, from cruelty and suffering.

Dolphin pod swimming in the wild

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