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Wesa-A-Geh-Ya Roadside Zoo in Warrenton, Missouri

Wesa is a roadside zoo and backyard breeder of big cats that masquerades as a sanctuary, preying on people’s sympathy to collect donations while exploiting the animals in its care. Learn more.

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“Almost all of us grew up eating meat, wearing leather, and going to circuses and zoos. We never considered the impact of these actions on the animals involved. For whatever reason, you are now asking the question: Why should animals have rights?”

— Ingrid Newkirk, PETA Founder and co-author of Animalkind

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