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The bears, the black bears especially, had curious dances of their own; but these seem to have become improved and elaborated by the instruction of Men.So as well as providing an alternative way of earning a living for bear owners, we are also campaigning for changes in Pakistani law.

The sanctuary provides a beautiful natural forest habitat where the bears roam freely after a period of quarantine and rehabilitation. Dancing Bears Book Set is designed for pupils who have started to read but are not keeping up with whole class teaching.Dancing “bears” visited people’s homes and knocked on their doors to wish them good luck and a Happy New Year.

I should say there were lit­tle bears, large bears, ordinary bears, and gigantic big bears, all dancing outside from dark to nearly dawn.

Locals say the custom dates back to the pre-Christianity era when people believed that wild animals staved off misfortune or danger. The bear hospital is equipped with a laboratory in addition to essential equipment like X-ray, Ultrasound, Dental suite, Operating Theatre and other equipment required to meet any bear care need that may arise.