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Summary
After a new law came into effect prohibiting the use of both wild and domestic animals in circus performances, five lions and their baboon companion prepared for the greatest journey of their lives, their final destination, a wildlife sanctuary in the United States. After their last ever circus performance they will be able to retire their circus tricks and live in relative freedom. All six animals have been working for the circus in Bolivia for years; Circus owners have 12 months to comply with the new regulations. Bolivia is the first country in the world to have this kind of law and it is obviously a pioneer in animal rights.
