Ringling Bros.: Bullhook Abuse and Lame Elephants

Watch a Ringling Bros. trainer strike an elephant named Tonka with a bullhook. Moments later, a bloody wound the size of a quarter can be seen behind Tonka’s left earflap.

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Ringling Bros.: Bullhook Abuse and Lame Elephants

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