Carden International Circus - Springfield, Missouri

Taurino Alvarez

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Tosha Kirkpatrick

Okay, I know there are controversies about circus animals but I have to say, Betty the elephant does look miserable however, I’m not sure of her age, I believe she’s old. I don’t think she’s really miserable I just think she’s tired and y’all should possibly allow her to retire soon. She was beautiful and my son absolutely loved her! The camels, beautiful, the acts were crazy good. My kids never get off their cell phones and they actually did for this entire show! We had an amazing time. All of their animals look very healthy and well cared for. People talk about the horses ribs. I think because of the lighting the horses ribs show depending on how the lights hit, they are clearly healthy, muscular and not overweight. A vet will tell you even for animals like dogs you’re supposed to be able to easily feel their ribs! I believe there is NO abuse you can always tell by an animals scars and these animals have none. I do have to say I was concerned about the horses, one had it’s tongue hanging out the entire time and another tried to run from the man with the whips, but I was watching intensely and he NEVER ever hit them he used the whip ropes to hit the ground to direct them on which way to go and cue them as to what trick to do! I got upset about the horses because of the harness but upon further research I found out foaming happens at the mouth when harnessed because they are relaxed and playing with the bar in their mouth lol so I have edited my review. I cannot speak to what happens behind closed doors but it appeared they love their horses giving them lovins and pets and treats! Miss Betty got a huge treat! I applaud the show and my family loved it!! Prices were expensive for camel rides so I do wish they had a package for that like kind of like wrist bands at a fair but overall I give 5 stars! This show was in Poplar Bluff mo.

leigha bradley

I have never been to a circus until I came across this one and let me tell you, I will never be going again. It was heartbreaking seeing these animals basically suffer. The elephants looked absolutely horrible, dragging along. The camels humps were all floppy which means they probably haven’t ate in days. The cats were being thrown around like dolls. I 100% do not recommend if you love animals. The performers on the other hand, were absolutely amazing and did a great show, they are very good at what they do. Seeing The animals made me want to leave. They would be better off without them.

Rebecca Ethridge

If I could give negative stars I would. Absolutely disgusted by the way they treated the animals. It says on their website that they don’t believe in abusing their animals and they’re treated with care. This is NOT at all what I saw in their performance tonight. Left early, in tears because I couldn’t stand seeing the animals being mistreated that way. They’re whipping the Buffalo to keep them running, using batons on the elephants when the elephants so clearly needed a break, throwing cats around like they’re toys. It was so disheartening to see. The human performances were amazing and they do NOT NEED ANIMALS. No one, especially helpless animals, deserve to be forced to perform against their will. So disappointed since this is my first experience with a circus. Will not be going to another circus after this. Disappointed doesn’t even begin to describe it. Plus the prices for everything is outrageous. $7 for cotton candy, $35 for light up toys, and $15 for snow cones? No thank you! Wouldn’t recommend at all unless you’re okay with animal abuse.

Fallen Huckleberry

Ignore the low star reviews. Yes there’s animals in the circus..go figure. After every act the horses and others performed the handler would pet them give them treats and there was no sign of abuse or starving them . Yes there’s girls wearing shorts. But those reviews saying it’s a strip show are from jealous wives that are 300 pounds and don’t like there husband seeing what a beautiful women looks like. The stunts the dances, the everything was amazing. They messed up on one stunt. Dude stood up tried again and did it perfectly. People love to complain now days. They gave out free cotton candy to anyone that wanted to help pick up trash . All the merch and food was super cheap. And me and my wife had an amazing time.

Grace Worrell

I was nervous about attending this circus due to the poor reviews and they couldn’t have been more wrong! The performers were excellent, the animals looked healthy and happy, and everyone had fun!! There is some gimicky sales happening but the tickets are so cheap that I totally get it! They had a huge staff! Everything went perfectly!

Dwight Groves

I had a chance to attend the circus in Bryan, Texas, with my family and my in-laws. It was a great experience and I was impressed with the performers’ commitment to their acts/ and the excellent care they showed the animals.
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Well done! Continued success to you all and the performers and the animals that make the show possible.

Kelly J

Wasted money. Left during intermission.
They most definitely abuse their animals and don’t hide it.
When they did a show with a buffalo. The buffalo tripped and threw the man on top of him. He was then roaming the arena and flinched when the performer went near him.
The horses were extremely skinny. Not fun at all.

Most of the performances were not done properly. Most messed up, almost as they had little training. I understand people can mess up but this was almost at every segment.

Last circus I went was animal-free. I failed to check that with this circus. I would save my money for a better circus that’s animal free.