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Expert: - 11/9/2010


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hello hope ur doing well wanted to about :
1. the health risk of having a calf in the middle of show with loud music, 2. the risk of transferring calf  for long distance  ? and if there are  any suggestions

waiting for your kind reply   thanks so much  

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Hi Ahmed,

To answer the first 2 questions. A dolphin calf or adult should not be exposed to loud music. That is not a part of its natural habitat. And I would not transfer a dolphin out of its natural habitat unless its at risk and if that is the case it should only be done by a professional organization who is trained to deal with dolphins. If you would like to read more facts on dolphins please visit the WSPA, I have included a link below. I'm not sure what suggestions you are looking for? Are you asking me how to transfer a dolphin calf? And what are the circumstances? If you know about a dolphin that is at risk please contact the WSPA.

http://www.wspa-usa.org/pages/2220_dolphins_in_captivity_faqs.cfm


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Robin Flynn

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I can answer general questions about many animal rights topics, to include animals in entertainment, factory farming, vivisection & research, animals used for clothing, veganism, etc.

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I am a true animal lover. I started on my vegetarian path at the age of 12 and am vegan today. I believe we have abused our powers over animals and it is time we make some ethical changes. I choose to fight for animals because it is easier than just sitting around and watching the abuse continue to happen.

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I am a volunteer member of several organizations to include; PETA, PCRM, Sea Shepherd, Farm Sanctuary, HSUS, MARC, and Grey2K. The closest organization to my heart is The Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary. This place is truly amazing and its run by some really cool compassionate people. You can check them out at http://www.woodstocksanctuary.org/

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Many years caring for different species of animals.

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