A tourist travelling in Albania noticed a bear kept in a cage in a restaurant. This bear is used as tourist attraction and he shows clear signs of discomfort.
OIPA volunteers in Albania did an inspection to check the status of the animal. Clearly the owner doesn't care about the bear’s welfare and needs: he bought him, when he was just a cub, from a poacher. Balu needs vet checks, suitable food and a sanctuary where to spend his life.
OIPA International is now trying to take contact with the owner to relocate the animal in a place where he can spend the rest of his life in a proper environment and with other bears, according with its animal needs.
Balu may have soon an opportunity to change his life and put an end to the discomfort which he is suffering at the moment.
The restaurant is registered on trip advisor and there are several pictures showing the bear trapped.
OIPA International CALL TO ACTION: help Balu, the bear abused and trapped in the restaurant. Send a letter of protest!
http://www.oipa.org/international/balu-oipa/
