OPINION:
The Bayou Wildlife Zoo is a roadside hellhole of the highest order (“Want to buy a zoo? Bayou Wildlife Zoo in Texas for sale,” Web, Dec. 17). In just the past year the U.S. Department of Agriculture has cited it for violating the federal Animal Welfare Act more than 50 times. Many of the violations have been repeats. At least eight animals have died in the past year because of the lack of veterinary care. This number could in fact be higher, but we don’t know because this facility has been repeatedly cited for failing to maintain disposition records on the animals.
Animals have long suffered and died at this zoo and the survivors deserve nothing less than to be relocated to reputable sanctuaries where they can thrive.
JENNIFER O’CONNOR
Senior writer, PETA Foundation
Norfolk, Va.
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