09/04/2026
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Tripadvisor has announced it will end bookings for experiences involving animal racing and rodeo attractions, including dog, horse, and camel racing along with rodeo-style events. The change applies across the company's platforms, including Viator, and marks another expansion of its ongoing animal welfare policy. Under the update, these experiences will no longer be eligible for ticket sales or bookings through either service.
The decision follows years of concern from animal welfare advocates, who argue that these forms of entertainment can expose animals to fear, injury, stress, and harsh treatment. Tripadvisor has stated that its animal welfare standards are built around the physical and emotional well-being of the animals involved, rather than around the entertainment value of the experience itself. Animal protection groups have welcomed the move, expressing hope that it will encourage other travel companies to reconsider similar attractions.
For many, the decision reflects a broader shift in how travel companies approach animal-based tourism, one that prioritizes protection over entertainment. The hope among advocates is that fewer travel experiences will depend on animals being forced to perform, race, or compete for human enjoyment.
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Source: Reporting on Tripadvisor's updated animal welfare policy regarding animal racing and rodeo bookings.
