SeaWorld pushes back against Peta's new animal abuse allegations

A marine mammal expert says veterinarian's distant observations of mistreatment of whales and sea lions may lead to 'premature conclusions'

The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals have launched a renewed attack against SeaWorld with claims by the organization's veterinarian Dr Heather Rally that she found multiple violations of the federal Animal Welfare Act at a SeaWorld park in San Antonio.

SeaWorld has been under a lot of scrutiny since the release of the documentary Blackfish, which highlighted the deaths of SeaWorld trainers working with an aggressive whale. The parks have also seen its attendance and stock price drop.