This title examines captive animal welfare past to present including zoos and marine parks. Legislation regulating the process is discussed as are opposing viewpoints and alternatives such as virtual reality parks.

Includes glossary, index, online resource (page 31) and timeline. Checkerboard Library.

What are captive animals? -- Ancient animal collections -- Animal museums -- The modern zoo -- Marine parks -- Education & conservation -- Captive animal issues & ethics -- The captive animal movement -- Laws & regulations -- Rescuing captive animals -- Captive animal alternatives -- The future of animal captivity -- Timeline -- Become an animal advocate -- Glossary -- Online resources -- Index.