CIRCUS bears across Russia face daily torment from their handlers including being whipped, electrocuted and force-fed BOOZE to entertain visitors.
Cubs are often snatched from their mothers in the wild before getting beaten into submission for the public’s entertainment – with some turning depressed and snapping in savage attacks.
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The horrifying moment a giant circus bear snaps and attacks its trainer in RussiaCredit: East2west
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Bears are often made to do dangerous and unhealthy stunts such as riding a bike, balancing on a beam or sitting in a chairCredit: Newsflash
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Bears are kept on tight leashes and forced to stand on their hind legsCredit: East2West
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Bears have even been made to have boxing matches at sick eventsCredit: East2West