The sensationalism of Blackfish has created a major divide. There are those who believe killer whales at SeaWorld are mistreated and should be sent into the ocean, and those who know that all animals at SeaWorld have incredible, enriching, and healthy lives.

As a former Senior killer whale trainer at SeaWorld Orlando, I am asked about Blackfish on an almost daily basis. Most people are very considerate when asking me about the validity of the film. However, many people are hateful. Of course, these people are usually hiding behind social media.

I can say with certainty that the animals at SeaWorld are some of the luckiest animals in the world. They have access to a world class vet staff, plenty of food, and are cared for by passionate and talented trainers. The lies told in Blackfish are just that, lies. The whales are never withheld food, never forced to do anything, and have incredible relationships with their trainers. I have never described any animal I’ve made a relationship with as “sad,” or “angry.”

If I had watched Blackfish without ever working at SeaWorld, I would probably have believed the film to be true. Why wouldn’t I? The film promotes itself as a “documentary,” interviews actual former trainers, and provides chilling footage. It appears legitimate.

Understand, that is the power of Hollywood – making you feel a certain way, regardless of the truth.

Would Blackfish be as successful if it presented an unbiased, balanced, two-sided argument? Of course, not. Continue reading at...[ Ссылка ]

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Former Killer Whale Trainer at SeaWorld responds to the controversial film, "Blackfish." Kyle Kittleson is the creator of the website, [ Ссылка ], and author of the book, "Wear a Wetsuit at Work: How You Can Become a Marine Mammal Trainer."

Kittleson spent five years as a marine mammal trainer, with much of his time being spent at SeaWorld Orlando. During his career, he worked with seals, sea lions, dolphins, false killer whales, and killer whales. Kittleson lives in California with his yellow lab, Callie.

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