Are Animal Attractions at Fairs Fun Entertainment or Inhumane?

Recently New York State passed a law limited certain types of animal attractions that can be held at fairs within the state. Are animal attractions fun, innocent entertainment or could it be considered animal cruelty?

Here are examples of animal exhibits from around America.

Pig Race - Montgomery County Fair, Maryland

Duck Race - Montgomery County Fair, Maryland

Alligator Wrestling - Calvert County Fair, Maryland

Ugliest Dog Contest - Sonoma-Marin Fair, California

Pig Race - Alameda County Fair, California