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In reply to the discussion: Family Mad After Dolphin Bites Girl at SeaWorld, But 8-year-old broke the rules (video) [View all]avebury
(10,951 posts)smack her parents. I have been to encounter sessions with monkey, birds, sea lions, dolphins manatees, and stingrays, the companies are always very clear about spelling out the rules and behaviors necessary to keep you safe during the encounters. In fact, we were never even let close to the animals before the trainer went over his/her instructions. These places want to make sure that both the animals and vistors are safe. I 100% believe that audible safety instructions were provided, unfortunately for the little girl, Mom and Dad didn't pay attention. The little girl was too young to realize what could happen when she picked up the plate but Mom and Dad should have. Too much excitement not enough paying attention.
The family does not deserve any monetary compensation. Like any parents who are careless, it is easier for them to blame the facility rather then accept the role they played in this mishap. The parents probably didn't learn anything from it either.