Considers the Animal’s Welfare First: World Animal Protections’ Guidelines for Respectful Animal Interactions:

Wild animals: there should be no direct contact including, but not limited to, petting, feeding, or riding animals

Working animals: maximum one rider and never more than 20% of the animal’s weight, never to be overworked

Marine mammals: should never be in captivity for entertainment

Businesses: should not feature elephant rides, big cat interactions, illegal wildlife trade, sporting events such as canned and trophy hunting, or animals performing for entertainment