"Make future celebrations groundhog-free:" After he bit the mayor, PETA asking that Jimmy be retired

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WATCH: Jimmy the Groundhog nips at the mayor of Sun Prairie

WATCH: Jimmy the Groundhog nips at the mayor of Sun Prairie



SUN PRAIRIE (WITI) -- Sun Prairie's groundhog "Jimmy" made national news when he bit the mayor's ear Monday, February 2nd during the 67th annual Groundhog Day celebration, and now -- PETA is weighing in.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals announced on its website it has submitted a letter to Sun Prairie -- requesting future events be groundhog free, and asking that Jimmy be allowed to retire.

In a statement on its website, PETA says:


Read PETA's official position on animals used for entertainment.

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