1. Attendance and funding: One of the main reasons is the pressure to increase attendance. Cubs are considered an attractive draw for the public, which leads to increased revenue and funding for zoos.
2. Space constraints: Zoos have limited space, which makes it difficult to maintain larger animal populations. Limited space means the need to control the population.
3. Genetic diversity: Captive breeding requires careful management of genetic diversity. To maintain the genetic health of a population, decisions are sometimes unavoidable, including culling some individuals.

1. Education and awareness: Focusing on education and public awareness can help change the demand for visiting zoos due to the visibility of cubs.
2. Financial diversification: Zoos could seek alternative funding sources, such as through grants, volunteer programs, and sponsorships.
3. Cooperation between zoos: Increased cooperation between zoos allows for more effective management of populations and genetic diversity without the need to cull animals.

We know we may sound a little unconventional, but there is a reason why we call ourselves "The Healthy Zoo." Unfortunately, in regular zoos, healthy young animals are euthanized due to redundancy. Thousands of animals are euthanized in Czech zoos every year, precisely because of redundancy. We want to change this trend and show that there is a better way - the Healthy Zoo way. Our zoo not only does not euthanize healthy animals, but on the contrary, it rescues them and provides them with a loving home.

Our Caracalya project aims to bring a new approach to the care of endangered species. We focus on creating a Healthy Zoo, where healthy animals are not euthanized, but instead are saved and given an even better future. We want to show that there are alternatives to euthanasia and that together we can contribute to the conservation of endangered species.

1. Conflict between CITES and pet ownership bans: Clearly present the conflict between international agreements such as CITES, which aim to protect endangered species, and national bans or restrictions on pet ownership of certain endangered species.
2. Impact on species conservation: Draw attention to the potential negative impact that banning hobby breeding may have on the preservation of genetic diversity and the care of endangered species in captivity.
3. Open dialogue with government: Consider establishing an open dialogue with government authorities to discuss the conflict between CITES and national measures regarding pet ownership. You can highlight the benefits of pet ownership when carried out with appropriate care and controls.
4. Support for change: Support changes in legislation or approaches to hobby breeding to achieve a balance between protecting endangered species and maintaining genetic diversity in captivity.
5. Public Involvement: Actively involve the public in the campaign. You can ask citizens to express their support for changes in the approach to the hobby breeding of endangered species.

The Healthy Zoo project invites visitors to reflect on the fact that everyone who visits a regular zoo may indirectly contribute to the culling of healthy cubs. Some zoos carry out practices where healthy cubs are euthanized due to redundancy, which is a controversial topic that deserves public discussion and critical reflection.

The Healthy Zoo Project believes that the public should be informed about various aspects of zoo care, including the issue of culling healthy cubs. When visiting a regular zoo, any visitor may unknowingly support practices that are contrary to the principles of endangered species conservation. By becoming aware of these issues, the public can become more actively involved in changing zoo attitudes and policies.

The Healthy Zoo project gives visitors the opportunity to reflect on the ethical aspects of zoo care and think about how their visit may affect the care of animals in captivity.