Working with Dolphins
You may have thought about working with dolphins but may have a hard time with thought of dolphins being in captivity. Well, this story shows how one career working with captive dolphins can lead to helping wild dolphins.
This story of Liz Slooten who worked with Captive dolphins for many years and how now she is helping wild dolphin in New Zealand.
Her story starts with….
Prof Slooten (51), who emigrated to New Zealand in 1977 at the age of 19, discusses with John Gibb the first job she gained as a young woman.
This job, which was to change her life, was at a marineland in Harderwijk, 50km east of the Dutch capital, Amsterdam.
“My first job was at a marineland with captive dolphins. < Read More >
What do you think of Liz Slooten story? If you had the choice, would you work with Captive Dolphins or Wild Dolphins? I would like to hear your opinion.
God Bless,
John
January 31st, 2010 at 11:59 am
If I had the choice, I would work with any dolphin, but I cry when I see dolphins in captivity. I do not know why. When I swam with wild dophins off the coast of Bimini, I felt like I had the deepest connection I have ever experienced. I cannot go to places where they are used for captive swims.
February 1st, 2010 at 3:20 pm
I am interested in working with Dolphins! What experience do need? Please send me some information. Many Thanks
February 5th, 2010 at 4:08 pm
Hi Karen,
There are few options for you to do. The best thing is to get an internship. You should read our blog post how to become a dolphin trainer. I hope this blog post helps you.
Have fun pursuing your dreams.
God Bless,
John