A pool too small for dolphins

Straits Times Forum 14 Sep 10;

I REFER to last Friday's report ("Dolphin Lagoon is too small: SPCA") and have to agree with the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

The pool at the Underwater World does look too small to be able to hold three dolphins.

The Underwater World may claim that its new pool exceeds international guidelines. However, these standards are usually basic requirements. It does not take an expert to see that the pool is too small for the dolphins.

Today, animal circuses and performances are no longer viewed as acceptable. We would much rather see animals in their natural habitat, not in man-made enclosures.

Many also do not relish seeing them being made to perform tricks for the amusement of human beings.

Jill Hum (Ms)