Did you know that most dolphin facilities exist because humans choose to swim with them in captivity or see a show.  In other words, most dolphins are in captivity because of humans.  Have you ever swam with dolphins or are considering a swim ?   Read on...

The United States no longer allows wild capture of dolphins, therefore, breeding programs in captivity have developed and are allowed.   This perpetuates dolphin captivity and in-breeding.  Also, dolphins born in captivity no longer have natural instincts to hunt and fish so they are completely dependent on the facility.   These dolphins could never be released without harm to themselves in the wild.  (Captive dolphins typically do not know what a fish is and are fed frozen, dead fish from trainers to control their behavior.)  Other countries and world vacation destinations still wild capture dolphins/whales for their hotels, shows, swim programs and as an exotic food.

I believe exceptions can be made to dolphins in captivity (injured, retired military service, old theme park dolphins, etc.)  These dolphins deserve retirement in peace and may or may not be capable of returning to the wild.  I believe most dolphins can be retrained to fish and return to their homeland, the ocean, even if they've  been human bred since birth.  I believe some dolphins could even be gently released this way with patience and training.

What can you do...  choose wisely when considering a visit or contribution to a captive dolphin / whale facility / amusement park / etc.  Spending your dollars at one of these theme parks contributes to captivity even if you do not swim but just watch.  Hold onto your ego and spend a day appreciating them with your mind and heart, sending them Universal love on a beach or pier or in you own home.  You may be surprised how you feel afterwards, giving of yourself for a day, and you may be surprised that you are visited and appreciated by them in many unexpected ways or through meditation.