Monday, March 9, 2009

The National Elephant Institute/The Forest Industry Organization--Thailand

www.thailandelephant.org/eng/veterinary1.php3


Note that they have a Mahout Elephant Training School. It's origins were because this "jungle" country wanted to "conform with the 8th National Plan for Economic and Social Development, the plan emphasizes development and standards of activities related to tourism, safety and services. The school also promotes tourism among those interested in experiencing the life of mahouts and elephants firsthand, in a natural environment."

"It seems a good way to get people in the seats, instead of doing like Prince Albert did, and donating the "poor captive animals, to a sanctuary, to get them off his hands, and polish his apple." That is sure a person for this industry to applaud, and suck up to. Maybe the "best 0 the best" circus festival would be better served in Thailand?"

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