A sloth bear forced to perform in the streets of Siraha District was rescued by the non-profit organization Sneha's Care three days ago in eastern Nepal. /VCG Photo

This one-year old male bear was found in pitiable condition. The bear was used for entertainment in dance shows in the streets. /VCG Photo

According to the head of Sneha's Care, the bear's muzzle has been pierced and it has probably gone through cruel training. /VCG Photo

Sloth bear is listed as vulnerable in the IUCN Red list. The bear will be transferred to Wildlife SOS Bear Sanctuary in India, through a Nepal government process. /VCG Photo