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The Ontario SPCA investigation into Marineland laid five animal cruelty charges against the theme park.

The OSPCA alleged there was a “highly unusual” amount of land animal deaths for a zoo, several deer that didn’t get proper medical care, sick bears and a peacock with a growth near its eye. None of the allegations have been proven in court and Marineland says it will vigorously defend itself against the charges.

The park said the complaint, filed by a California-based animal rights group, was part of a smear campaign by a former worker.
A court appearance is scheduled for January 26th.