Live college mascots reflect obsession with traditions

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http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/2007-08-31-mascots-cover_N.htm

http://i.usatoday.net/sports/_photos/2007/08/30/mascotx.jpg

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"Animal rights groups aren't as enamored. Lisa Wathne, an exotic animal specialist for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), says the stadium atmosphere is too stressful for animals. She says the homes for mascots, no matter how elaborate, often are inhumane."

Yawn.