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The World’s Most Famous Walrus Is Being Abused, Trainers Say

BIGGER THAN BLACKFISH

Marineland says its animals are happy and healthy—but former trainers have a darker story to tell about Canada’s answer to SeaWorld.

Kate Briquelet
Kate Briquelet 

Senior Reporter

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Kate Briquelet

Kate Briquelet

Senior Reporter

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