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Seymour the civet has a smell rivalling that of skunks - and that is why he's in Riverdale Zoo
Seymour the civet has a smell rivalling that of skunks - and that is why he's in Riverdale Zoo

Seymour the civet has a smell rivalling that of skunks - and that is why he's in Riverdale Zoo

Date2/23/1972
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  • Seymour the civet has a smell rivalling that of skunks - and that is why he's in Riverdale Zoo
  • Seymour the civet has a smell rivalling that of skunks - and that is why he's in Riverdale Zoo. His owner decided last month he couldn't stand the smell any more. Over the years; the zoo has given sanctuary to unwanted pets.
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Original Toronto Star caption: Seymour the civet has a smell rivalling that of skunks - and that is why he's in Riverdale Zoo. His owner decided last month he couldn't stand the smell any more. Over the years; the zoo has given sanctuary to unwanted pets.
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