Baby Seal with Deep Cut Rescued

The activists from Ocean Conservation Namibia (www.ocnamibia.org) spotted 2 different Cape Fur Seals in distress sitting near each other on the beach. They planned that Naude and Denzil would run after the smaller one and catch him by hand, while Antoine would run after the slightly bigger one with the net. Contrary to what usually happens - all went according to plan:)
Naude managed to secure the young female by hand and him and Denzil went to work removing some thin braided fishing line that had caused a very back cut all along the small pups back. They successfully cut her free and let her go.
While they were busy, Antoine had caught the second, slightly bigger male pup in the net. This one was stuck in a large ball of thick commercial fishing line, and was also successfully cut free by Antoine.
Fishing lines in various sizes make up about 90% of all the entanglements that the team deal with. 🦭
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[@saphira2323]

Antoine’s narration and talking to the seals will always be my favorite

[@Pinkielover]

telling the seal he stinks...lol You’re just hurting its feelings..

[@canadianlady777]

J Bitz ...it shows how much he cares...He is attached to the welfare of all these seals as if they were his children....Look how he strokes them to ally their anxiety of being caught...They probably think they’re going to be eaten but these human captors...

[@htt201022]

His accent is so sweet, always says bubby

[@ratagris21]

Needs to administer deep tissue massage therapy.

[@IRosamelia]

@@ratagris21 yes, I want Antoine to give that to me too 😅

[@tuffgirl922]

I love listening to Antoine talking to the "puppies" he rescue/relieves. It makes me smile every time. Also, great tag team rescue/relieve by Denzil and Naude! 🙌🏻💪🏻

[@user-pr2hn8iu3e]

Me, too!

[@sil9800]

It's this Antoine's last catch? His love for these pups is infectious and will be sorely missed. Especially how he talks to and soothes his "puppies" as best he can. Safe travels my friend! Wishing you all the best in the next leg of your amazing journey.

[@mlight6845]

Thank you for saving 2 more seals. Antoine, a special thank you for your gentle nature with the pups. Bon voyage!

[@canadianroxy]

Antoine "don't pretend to be dead!" Lol. You'll be missed Antoine!!! Thanks for all you've done and will continue to do! Naude, so glad you caught that first one, youch that seemed deep 🥺

[@SheilaNEvans-dg3ty]

I will greatly miss Antoine's soothing "It's ok puppy." I've got teenagers following this website and they love him.

[@acreativename2781]

What happened with Antoine?

[@FnLn55]

@@acreativename2781 ... While Antoine's ship was locked-down in Namibia due to the virus, he met Naude and began to help rescue fur seals. He eventually left with his ship "Ocean Warrior", which helps protect marine wildlife against illegal poaching with the "Sea Shepherd" global project. He hopes to return. Search KZbin for "Ocean Warrior Crew". Good job boys!

[@chicagomade3198]

Antoine’s words while chasing is funny but come from a good place. You guys always tell the pups “ it ok we’re here to help”. Great work Gents!

[@Ysckemia]

"Antoine the seal whisperer" :'D

[@amethefame8713]

Great job Naude, Denzil and Antoine! ☺ I love you guys! I LOVE how you talk to the seals Antoine- so cute! 😍

[@tsharathchandra7074]

I love how Antoine talks to the seals❤️

[@midnightstrata2885]

Antoine's gentle chiding of the seals is so heartwarming. thank you all for what you do!

[@christianm1533]

I've recently discovered your channel. Whenever I feel depressed about the sorry state we humans put everything in, I come and binge-watch. You guys always manage to small light of hope. Keep up your amazing work.

[@gabrielasaldivia7923]

Antoine has been called back to duty on the sea in the Sea Shepherd ship The Ocean Warrior!!! We'll miss you greatly, Tony!!! I hope you can come back soon!!!

[@SunnyBloxOG]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

[@halfbenjaminmarshall7134]

Antoine you will be missed, hope you come back soon,I love the way you always talked to the pups,one of my favorite was when you said "what have you gotten into PUPPY"...safe travel's my friend💪

[@seanie502]

The world is lucky to have people like you guys, gives me faith in the world

[@aylavyutub]

But the world is not lucky to have people anyways.

[@seanie502]

Murat çakır no need to be a pessimist, we live here, end of, the fact that we’re consciously trying to fix our mistake as a collective species is a good thing

[@anonview]

Every time I see deep cuts like this, my face goes 😦😦😦. Thank you very much for all you do for these beautiful creatures. ❤

[@alexionut465]

I respect your work enormously.👍👍👍

[@fel-]

Tony's voice when talking to the seals is so cute! :) "No no no, you don't bite!" "That's ok, puppy!"

[@teena602]

I love how Antoine sounds like the most patient parent on earth talking to a naughty toddler.

[@williamfence566]

All the best Antoine on your travels, following this channel it feels like we are getting to know all the guys and how much you care about what you do .

[@lakehuron7733]

The pain and suffering you have put an end to on this planet is immeasurable--cannot thank you wonderful people enough.

[@shaunferguson8782]

Love Antoine's 'running' commentary.

[@IRosamelia]

I just read the two first words and clicked the like button. Nuff said 😎

[@tracimiller9214]

we all do

[@WindTurbineSyndrome]

Very youtube worthy

[@skazi2305]

Antoine always had his way with puppies in the most sweetest and careful ways....😍.... Already missing him...

[@phantasticdrago230]

Wait missing him.. What happened?

[@anacletwilliams8315]

Missing Antoine why? Where is he going?

[@IRosamelia]

*ANTOINE IS LEAVING!!!!* and I'm having an anxiety attack mixed with fangirl crush. According to the OCN Facebook page 7 hours ago: "Antoine has been called back to duty on his beloved Sea Shepherd ship The Ocean Warrior. It's been the strangest, saddest, happiest and most interesting six months. Until we meet again - you will be missed by us all. Travel safe!"

[@skazi2305]

@@anacletwilliams8315 he was on leaves for 6 months.and now he's been asked to return back on duty and he has to return to his base..

[@skazi2305]

@@phantasticdrago230 so I'm following Naude on instagram and got to know from there.

[@hailyxia2477]

I love what all of you do. That being said, Antoine talking to the puppies makes my heart melt.

[@suesylvester7075]

A multiple rescue, and with Antoine talking to his “puppies!” This gets better and better! Edit: just realized he is leaving, and so sad. Thanks and farewell hero Antoine! You will be missed!

[@yamo_chan]

I like how some of them continue chilling on the beaching even as one of the guys run by. I like to think they are previous rescues and already know what’s happening! “I’m not tangled up this time. I’m good!” 😂

[@charls30able]

you are the authentic professionals of animal rescue. I admire you.

[@pjprice8050]

Antoine... we are going to miss you! Safe travels, my good man! Please come back soon. :)

[@violagentsch]

Why when where is he going?

[@IRosamelia]

Is Antoine leaving soon? Oh no!!!! I thought all of us were in agreement to make him believe the lockdown will never be over... darn it...

[@pjprice8050]

According to the OCN Facebook page 7 hours ago: "Antoine has been called back to duty on his beloved Sea Shepherd ship The Ocean Warrior. It's been the strangest, saddest, happiest and most interesting six months. Until we meet again - you will be missed by us all. Travel safe!"

[@violagentsch]

@@pjprice8050 thank you so much.

[@IRosamelia]

@@pjprice8050 You understand you just broke my heart to smithereens right?

[@dystopianlucidity4448]

I love the way you all talk to the animals, shows us here on the other side of the video that they are more than just animals to you! Means more than you know, to know folks like you exist.

[@DaleDamian]

*These poor seals are suffering because of human negligence.😔 Thank you for your hard work.🙌🏼* *I’m gonna miss seeing Antoine in your future patrols. Most especially the way he comforts the seals with his infamous “it’s okay puppy”.🥺 BUT I have a strong feeling he’ll be back soon and reunite with the OCN family.💪🏼 Safe travels Antoine. Prends soin de toi s'il te plaît.🙏🏼* *Antoine saying goodbye to the seals: SEAL it with a kiss.😊*

[@christinebirch7906]

Where does it say Antoine is leaving although I have been expecting it.

[@superduckybro]

@@christinebirch7906 On their Instagram page

[@KatsCats2619]

@@superduckybro ah i am sad i love how he says its ok puppy!!!lets hope he comes back😊i am not on Instagram thanks for the info👍😢

[@IRosamelia]

The fangirl alarm just went off loudly somewhere 🚨❤️ 🚨

[@IRosamelia]

@@christinebirch7906 at the OCN Facebook page

[@IRosamelia]

💔 Ahoy Antoine, you leave our little seal hearts shattered into a million pieces. Fair winds and following seas onboard the Ocean Warrior 😘

[@gwenreader6631]

Oh, I’m going to miss Antoine. The way he talks to the seals is so endearing. Felt a real pang reading that he was going back to his ship. Best of luck to you Antoine.

[@patriciawilson1836]

Every day the Seal Guys are at the beach leading aerobics classes, giving the seals their daily exercise to keep them in shape and BTW saving their lives in the process. Well done. You have my heart 💜💙💚❤

[@chrise.321]

It's crazy that such a thin piece of line can cause so much damage!

[@IRosamelia]

Given a seal can't chew off its own plastic necklace, I wish seals learned to bite off other seals' neck rings.

[@cecorra]

What is the term of endearment you guys are saying? Sounds like 'okay puppy'. I love how much you guys care and how gentle you are. edit: I have had 33 foster dogs with a rescue I help.

[@IndomitableT]

Cecorra. By now Antoine is well known for his reassuring: “It’s okay puppy.”❣️🤩

[@IRosamelia]

I wish the other guys also said It's okay puppy. It should become the unofficial slogan of OCN 😍

[@violagentsch]

0:46 you gotta love that little little cuteness trying to run off. 🐾🐾🐾 They're all cute fat lil rolls. ✌ ❤

[@supernova11711]

Sea sausages 😁

[@violagentsch]

@@supernova11711 😂😂😂

[@WindTurbineSyndrome]

With teeth

[@michaelbondick575]

More relief for the seals. Humane and great work.👍❤️🙏🏼

[@weatherwitchandfelinefamiliars]

There's something just so wonderful about Antoines interaction with seals. It's no wonder he's known as the seal whisperer 💖 Wonderful rescue there Naude, Denzil and Antoine 😊

[@eldapucci3306]

I can't tell you how moved I am by all your hard work. It breaks my heart that those pups go around with all that danger. You guys are my hero's...💜

[@JCLawYT]

Am gonna miss Antoine. He has passion.

[@FlashyJackie1]

THANK YOU for rescuing these seals. One animal at a time you help redeem the entire human race, God knows we need it. Very sad to hear that Antoine will be leaving soon, our loss is Ocean Warrior's gain. Safe travels!

[@theheartland1861]

Poor little seal, I can't imagine how painful that could be. I'm sure even though it's quite painful, after removing the line, it can start the healing process. Thank you very much. You guys are great👍👍

[@social.noxiety]

You guys are real heroes

[@jie8133]

I love those seals so much. Nothing not even human babies make me feel so much love like I feel about seals. Thank you for rescuing them ﹗

[@marianbirks9192]

Thanks for your hard work Antoine and calming words, wishing you all the best and hope you will be back one day.

[@Neukids]

The puppy must be wondering. Why would he leave EVERYONE else but run to catch me. What luck 😣

[@IRosamelia]

True, but afterwards he feels no more pain. Tit for tat I says 😀

[@womanofsubstance8735]

Yes, but afterward he's thinking, "Yeah, what luck!"

[@IRosamelia]

@@womanofsubstance8735 Woman of Substance?... Congrats, you have the most empowering nickname I've read in KZbin... So, howcome you came up with that?

[@Flowershark]

Thanks for giving those seals a fighting chance. Your videos are always a roller coaster of emotions for me, but when I see those babies running free again I am so happy. Antoine will be missed by many, but I hope he can come back next year to help out some. I am sure he is more than ready to return to the Sea Shepard and get back to the front lines in the fight for our Oceans. Thank you for all of your wonderful work, stay safe and give em hell Antoine!!

[@anittateresa]

Happy to know that there are people like you

[@azornos09]

The beaches there are so replete with wildlife. On other videos we see tons of jellyfish, crab, krill etc. It would be great to get a tour of the other lives making up that ecosystem one time. Of course, we are all here for the seals really! Keep up the great work

[@rjc4370]

You guys have made such a difference, and bringing awareness is making an impact! It's sad to see just how many seals are suffering, I can only imagine animals without your help 😪

[@onnalexseeias]

Thank you for helping these innocent beautiful seals ❤❤❤

[@chevy266nova]

It makes my heart feel good to know there are people like you out there helping.

[@KatsCats2619]

great job guys that was a deep cut bless it!!!!its so sad for the seals, but they have you to help them thank you😊Antoine i will miss the famous its ok puppy!!!!PLEASE COME BACK WE WILL ALL MISS YOU!!!THANKS FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE TO HELP👌safe journey home,bless you and thank you for caring 💙

[@julianasaryono3166]

You guys always ❤ the best 👌 💓 View people care , God bless you 🙏 ❤ you're all the angels 😇 💖

[@carolynlong1936]

You guys are great! I'll miss Antoine but know he will be doing good work elsewhere. Stay safe all of you!

[@mace8873]

Great job guys, give yourselves a pat on the back, and stay safe.:-)

[@Goldiegirl2009]

I love their little grunts trying to get away. Great job.

[@user-pf2vb3cy2o]

Бедные малышки, спасибо вам😘😘😘

[@denise2008ful]

I absolutely love how Tony talks to them! And how well you guys work together. Keep up the great job guys!

[@IRosamelia]

To be honest, the seals' reaction is understandable. If Antoine was chasing after me, I will play hard to get and try to bite him too. 😉

[@sapbison]

haha

[@erict7840]

Lol

[@IRosamelia]

​@@sapbison He jests at scars that never felt a wound :P

[@abcdabcdabcd317]

lot of thirst .drinking something might be a good idea.

[@IRosamelia]

@RoseMarie Hogan okay that too 😋

[@KodishGaming]

It wouldn't be an Ocean Conservation Namibia video without a Go Pro being attacked by a seal! Great work! :D

[@IRosamelia]

Tony's camera is glad to finally getting some rest 😅

[@fancydarlin1]

I love how you call them puppy ❤️

[@jburnett8152]

Another amazing job. 💜

[@3113victoria]

Awww I think this is the last video we’ll see Antoine in for a while 🥺 one less person saving puppies

[@jesussaves8549]

Chasing and helping cute, stinky seals. Couldn’t get much better than that! Thanks guys!😊

[@larryhochstetler3875]

Hello these guys continue to help the seals in time in need they deserve a gold metal I will continue to watch them on KZbin they are wonderful praise them great work guys

[@chaz769]

You guys are always doing the right thing, some people out there are trying to hurt them :(

[@geoluc2357]

I wanna say just one thing: Thank you🙏

[@raykruithof6610]

You guys are great! No words to describe the sense of relief I feel after you've released the seals from all the garbage we people discard all over this planet.We don't deserve to live here.Still...thank you for your incredible work.

[@birdiemomcarol6554]

I love how Antoine talks so sweet to the seals ☺️.

[@angeladacunha6360]

Their MAKER looks out for His creatures..... HE put Antonie like a Guardian angel in the Right place, where he's MOST NEEDED❤ BLESS YOU

[@yerbossyndukenov7653]

Молодцы!!! Без слово, мужики!!!

[@psychominded3243]

This gets my seal of approval ❤️

[@silverwishes6000]

The damage one strand of fishing line causes is unreal

[@emmamae3029]

I just want to say how much I enjoy your videos! They are mostly short (a plus) and are always a bit of feel good every day! Thank you.

[@kathyreinhofer9275]

I could listen to Antoine talk to the puppies all day long 🧡 So sweet

[@sudipchandra5270]

I have no words. Just I tell you one things, Please rescue more & more of this kind of animals. God bless you and your family. Many many thanks for your job. From Kolkata (India) 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@user-nj7hf1vz8d]

Спасибо огромное ВАМ!!!

[@suearmstrong9597]

You are so gentle and kind with your patients. Thank you for your LOVING HEARTS. Saving the planets CREATURES OF THE SEA.....one SEAL at a time. God Bless you. 🍃♥️🕊

[@keerthishankwar1372]

Hats off to your work towards those little seal pups 😍👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏

[@allthumbs3792]

Poor creatures! Thank you for dedicating your time and efforts to rescue these seals from the entanglement of trash.

[@chrise.321]

Antoine's commentary is the best!!!!

[@mr.Valeev]

Молодцы ребята . Большой Салям Вам из Башкирии . Из Нефтекамска

[@candycandy3110]

Naude’s voice is so calming and soothing.... 🥰

[@southbronxny5727]

Oh my goodness......those were terrible cuts. You guys are God send to those seals. Bless you guys.

[@joaocarlosferro]

One day you guys have to make a ''best of'' seals rescue.

[@Logan.Ninefingers]

I believe there are also some sad people who just travel around KZbin downclicking vids just because they are so desperately unhappy themselves. They want to share their unhappiness with others. They probably don't even watch them.

[@Tatiana_555]

Главное в человеке - человечность! Молодцы!

[@kuldipsawant3091]

U doing great job. God have mercy to all creature...🌞🌅

[@wendyrowland7787]

Nothing like saline to wash out and help a wound granulate. I hope youtube helps fund your work.

[@halmo68]

Merci. Vous êtes formidable 👍👍❤️❤️

[@cleopatra5682]

Antoine is so cute the way he talks to the seals. It’s really heart warming I love it 🥰🦭

[@melb3513]

How could anyone give a thumbs down to your amazing work????

[@shaistajanjua2557]

No one can deny the efforts you ppl. are putting on ,to the help these helpless creatures. Love from Karachi Pakistan 🇵🇰.

[@keeperw.s6327]

I like this channel to become famous. I hope many good people will watch and actively support your activities :)

[@TheNo1pencil]

I love the way Tony talks to the seals, even as he runs past them.

[@inessantibanez3282]

Felicitaciones al equipo que hacen tan noble acción.

[@shattovitelli6474]

Ничего не понял, но ты не переживай, все будет хорошо)))

[@IRosamelia]

Y encima son unos buenotes esos tipos 😋

[@IRosamelia]

@@shattovitelli6474 que habrá dicho este guey 🤔

[@shattovitelli6474]

@@IRosamelia No entendí nada, pero no te preocupes, todo estará bien))) (google translate)

[@aprilsmith3683]

Brilliant running commentary... Great work by the team... April Smith Johannesburg South Africa

[@Sonny453]

Something very satisfying about watching these cute seals get freed....

[@lindak8664]

You know what. I bet you guys have a fabulous blooper roll hiding somewhere. Tripping over seals, copping a flipper to the face, seals giving you lip, loosing your seal, falling in the water. 😋

[@adityajagtap6985]

You guys are doing great !! ❤️ Thank you for saving sea life ! Love from India .

[@jodidavis6595]

Ant is so funny " come on puppee , oh wait I take a short cut" lol ❤️