Cringe-worthy Gill Net Seal Rescue

We know this is not an ideal rescue. We know Antoine would have needed at least one more rescuer by his side to help him with this horrible, deep gill net disentanglement. But Antoine was on his own, and he did not want to let this pup go back into the ocean to his certain death. Gill nets are unforgiving. They are illegal in most parts of the world because they do not let anything get away. Once caught in this net, the animal has no chance to escape and will suffocate or starve.
It's painful to watch Antoine trying to remove countless strands of gill net, only to discover even deeper ones. Just as he is about to release the seal, he has to restrain him in the rescue net to dig into his bleeding wounds to remove hidden parts of the gill net. There are few rescue videos that give a better example of our desperation in this uphill battle against an industry that gets to dump their old fishing gear into the ocean, unpunished and barely even criticized. 🦭
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[@diannes3804]

I love how Tony always talks to his seals. You can tell this man has much love for the animals he rescues.

[@alexanderfriia7556]

Honestly its the part i hate the most. Hes fuckn annoying

[@lindaray6105]

I really enjoy the way Tony speaks to each seal as though they were his kids or his friends. Awesome to listen to.

[@christinebekaert9206]

you can here in his voice how much he loves these lovely animals.

[@jdf2795]

Same here!! It’s my favourite part

[@user-lf4mn7rj5u]

Очень бы хотелось послушать что он говорит,но жалко что не понимаю его речь.

[@14ToeBeans]

@@user-lf4mn7rj5u awe, I’m sad for you. :( ♥️

[@lica1598]

He said "we will take this off like removing a jumper " as if the seal knows wot one is! 😆

[@felinefaye8550]

It goes without saying but I'll say it anyway.....THE WORLD NEEDS MORE PEOPLE LIKE THIS MAN!

[@samuelstoner5651]

Not proud of yourself? Sir, you are a saint, and you may be sure WE are proud of you!

[@lindac6032]

Just think how many seals you have saved when you go out on a solo patrol. Maybe the execution is not always as perfect as you expect from yourself, and the frustration in your voice is obvious, but the end result is more than worth it. Thanks, Antoine!👏🙂

[@edgardovelez4498]

Exactly how I felt about this rescue!

[@hairlessape-ette]

To never give up. That seal pup's not having to deal with it one more minute.

[@haggielady]

Toni, don't forget to get a new Leatherman. If you don't want to give it up, sharpen it, oil it, whatever you have to do.

[@karlaseidel4873]

You did the best you could given the problems you faced. In the end you removed the line and the baby seal is free. The end result is wonderful and that is more important than how you got there. If life was perfect the seal wouldn't have been entangled in the first place.

[@lisag5670]

@@karlaseidel4873 100%

[@lindac6032]

The rescue takes as long as it takes, depending on the circumstances. The end result is worth it...a live seal, instead of one that has died a horrible, slow death. Thank you for your compassion. 🙏

[@dtiydr]

But it need to go fast anyway because the seals get stressed out.

[@Xan_xrave]

If he had taken off the glove on his right hand, it would have ended sooner.

[@dtiydr]

@@Xan_xrave And risk getting real damage to his hand if bitten, seals can bite really hard.

[@Xan_xrave]

@@dtiydr But he grabbed her by the neck with his left hand.

[@dtiydr]

@@Xan_xrave The seal can do so much that you cant predict, the cubs are normally calmer than the adults but they only take of their gloves if they really really had to which was not the case here.

[@juanmanueldominguez827]

"I am not really proud of myself right now" Dude, you deserve to be prouder than ever...

[@kellyj.azania4371]

This is my favorite one. Antoine is too precious in the way he speaks to the puppies... particularly, this youngling.

[@lyndaweister9984]

I Love when he says "Joker Smile"!🦭 Tony, U did an Excellent Job by Ur self&Hopefully the Seal will Recover😇🙏💙"Joker Seal" giving U a Hug with his Flippers~Priceless❣️

[@majermike]

great video but watching him fumble around with the scissors was difficult, definitely a 2x speed video

[@karadiberlino]

@@majermike Yeah it hurts me each time they throw the tools in the sand. They must be great tools to still be working.

[@user-pf4gu7rl5l]

Разговоры с детёнышами это - сюсюканье, слюни и сопли. Его задача спасти животному здоровье и жизнь, сам ни чем не рискует. Он не один. Есть товарищи рядом, которые помогут. Но у этого слюнявого парня трусливое и гнилое сердце. Нежные разговоры пусть прибережёт для своих девок или парней.🗿

[@neptuneisbleeding]

God damn scissors!!!

[@yamnjam]

You're literally the only person out there saving that baby seal! If it weren't for you, he'd surely die. We are all proud of you!!!

[@ZebaKnight]

I bet that _everyone_ who sees this thinks you did a brilliant job, Tony. Sometimes it's just not going to go smoothly. That pup can now live long and well, free of that terribly painful garrote thanks to your careful, skillful work.

[@terry_kathryn]

I agree yess 🙌🙌🙌

[@geewill]

Yes you did a Great job.. please don't feel bad. We are all here cheering you on. I admire you so much being our there on your own never once hesitating. I say Bravo Tony. and a Huge Thank you ❤️ 😊

[@savannahdockins7022]

Tony always does a brilliant job.

[@tonylawrence9157]

Yes, they are doing work of great value. I do appreciate that very much.

[@sharondonelow5364]

Yes! Brilliant job indeed! That little booger was quite a character and you handled him very well. I feel so bad for him having to go thru that pain for so long. Till he met you, and now has a chance to live pain free. Thank you!

[@JRiley-el8ln]

Poor baby and Antoine too. Such a difficult rescue to do alone. I love listening to Antoine’s conversations as he works. It’s easy to tell by the way he talks to the seals just how much he cares about each one and the job he is doing. You’re a treasure, Antoine.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

👍

[@maeterith1984]

No wonder you swear. The heat and frustration of seeing these poor creatures suffer this daily. You all do a wonderful job.

[@lindac6032]

"That's the joy of doing rescues on your own...when you get something complicated like this, you're still on your own." But without you, the seal had no chance at all. Thank you for never giving up.🦭😇❤️

[@ladyj9330]

On your own, bad scissors, seal hugging your arm. You SHOULD BE proud of yourself!! That was a difficult rescue and you freed the lil guy! Great job Antoine!!

[@JujubeLovesPringles]

I love the way you talk to the seal while you're working. You're saving him, soothing him, and treating him with dignity and respect. Thank you.

[@sawdust2556]

You did a brilliant job, Tony! Please feel very proud. You are so sweet to pups always and save their lives! Merci, Antoine!❤️❤️

[@mariaangelafronze4990]

Quelle brutte ferite guariranno in mare? Grazie!☺️

[@ev8870]

Please don't beat yourself up Antoine. You made the best of a bad situation. The poor pup wouldn't have stood a chance without your help.

[@minnie7700]

I was holding my breath throughout that entire rescue! You are a true hero, Antoine. Love and many blessings to you from Athens. 🧿🇬🇷💙

[@Geewber]

How are you not dead, that was like 11 minutes long-

[@ShejiKazmi]

Bless you my dear friend! It was a real tough solo operation performed with utmost love and care for the poor puppy!♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@theresehopkins1581]

Brilliant rescue, Antoine!!!.... Since you're working alone, this rescue required the seal to be part of the team... and, of course, the cute little seal was!!! 😊 🧡❤💙💜💖💗🧡 Your gentle words were comforting to not only the seal, but to all of us watching!!! Thank you!!!

[@RL_gt]

Seeing blood gushing out from the reopening wound make me feel so bad for both of you. For the pup who had to endure the pain, and for you who had to do it to help the pup. Hopefully he’ll heal quickly

[@brianjohnson2033]

Poor little bugger! Well done Antoine. That was a tough one, don't berate yourself. The little pup is much better off without it.

[@ramonarosehill9392]

Thank you for talking to him,you deserve a medal

[@CindyLMunger]

You should be proud of yourself. The pup didn’t understand that you were trying to help him. You left him better than you found him. Love how you were talking to him.

[@Dillwinkle]

Tony, you are so sweet and compassionate. “Ok puppy, we’re going to stop hugging. I know you’re in pain.” Your kindness and humanity touches my heart.❤️🥰

[@arielsea9087]

Look at that now you have a jokers mouth. 😅

[@graciousgraingrinder4992]

10+ minutes of Tony exhausted over fighting the net to save the adorable seal. 10+ minutes of viewers watching Tony show absolute love and passion for his job helping animals. Tony... The Seal whisperer ❤️❤️❤️

[@graciousgraingrinder4992]

@Ирина Амлински I'm assuming you are a professional at this type of stuff. 😐 Since YOU seem to watch daily, as I watch their videos everyday, you should know that HALF of the time the hook WON'T CUT! In addition, Tony did what he could by himself! Clearly, this was a challenge for him. Most of their videos are less than 5 mins. He was working on this case for 10+ minutes trying his hardest not to further hurt this seal AND not injure himself. He handled it amazingly! So... you go out there and do what these awesome people do everyday. Make sure you avoid getting bit or injure your body holding down a stong seal. If not... sit down, shut the eff up and stop watching this channel if it bothers you so damn much.

[@jeffzeiler346]

@@graciousgraingrinder4992 professionals of all sorts are reviewed, and review, video of their performance. They do this in order to improve their craft. Articulate criticism is an invaluable aid in improving performance. This video includes footage of a poorly maintained, or worn, tool. This man is a Professional, and does not need an amateur voyeur to defend him from valid criticism. Maybe stick to useless "attaboys" if you want to show some impractical praise to stoke your own ego. Shielding someone from valid criticism is at best egotistical posturing, and at worse, its sabotage.

[@jeffzeiler346]

@Ирина Амлински I saw much of what you saw. It seemed to me he uses a poorly maintained, or worn, tool.i have worked in many trades in which sharp tools are a necessity. Knives, chisels, chainsaw blades, saw blades, scissors, hooks and razors all require regular maintenance to perform well. A sandy work environment presents many serious challenges to keeping a fine edge on a tool. I believe that better edge maintenance would solve, or at least lessen, many of the shortcomings you noted. Good job with the time stamps.

[@user-pf4gu7rl5l]

@Ирина Амлински 🤝это точно, что чел не удалил тонкую леску на шее детёныша. Повздыхал и отпустил ребёнка со смертельной удавкой на шее. Очень жаль малыша💔😟

[@ragevsraid7703]

i am still tearing up

[@mfollett3613]

That was an amazing rescue of the pup caught in the gillnet. It's probably saved his life. You should be very proud of yourself. thank you.

[@arielsea9087]

@@araelenecaletti1665 You’d be amazed at what salt water does for wounds and skin infection.

[@annelynn8708]

"It's ok, puppy." Oh, tears. Thank you so much.

[@lonniaabye5745]

I really don’t understand why you aren’t proud of your self Tony! 🥺 You managed to fulfil a very difficult task all alone and with equipment that didn’t work probably. You were the one saving this hugging little seal puppy all by your self, and I know for certain, that I’m not the only one that are immensely proud of you❣️ You’re not only a seal whisperer, but also a hero. Thank you for all your hard work. 🌹🌞🍀❤️🤗

[@kandykrystalarmenta4244]

I agree 100%. You did an awesome job in helping and getting that nasty gill net off of the beautiful seal puppy.....

[@richardross7219]

That wasn't "cringe-worthy" that was dedication to do tough work in order to save the puppy's life. Well done man. Good Luck, Rick

[@99cbfox]

The cringe was the joker face effect on his mouth and yeah I was cringing, especially when it started bleeding.

[@fart63]

I definitely started cringing when the animal started bleeding 😢

[@jackie-be-alive]

I’ve just watched this again! Is there anyone else that was holding their breath and didn’t realise? Glad there were Ad’s!!! Brilliant rescue Tony. Melted my heart, when the pup held onto you. This is one rescue that needs to be highlighted to show the absolute misery that the Gill nets cause!

[@martinlawn]

I ask you...have you ever ONCE removed any debris off the seals that was NOT created my man ?? Ever ?? You all do a wonderful job and I tip my hat to you.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Yes we have spikes from sharks. Thank you very much 🙏

[@johnusa3150]

@@OceanConservationNamibia Is your organization against commercial fishing, because it usually is a big part of a country's economy, especially those on the coast or those that are an island, or fishing in general? (China, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, US, Russia and Japan are the top fishing countries. South Africa is about #35, and Namibia is about #40.)

[@fart63]

@@johnusa3150you don’t have to be against commercial fishing to be against illegal dumping and dangerous equipment

[@johnusa3150]

@@fart63 The US EPA has strict laws on the books regarding the environment. Whether they are enforced around the entire coastline, and coastal waters consistently is something else. So much of enforcement here is politically motivated, however. What is seen in international waters, and in other countries regarding the environment is sad. Many countries have corrupt governments, and no EPA equivalents, and anything goes, unfortunately. 😔

[@Silver-rx1mh]

"Do you want to know how I got these scars?" Aww bless, it looked horrible and so glad you managed to help him in the end. :)

[@Lledra]

Oh, Antonie, you did a great job! You were on your own with a really difficult entanglement that just kept showing how bad it was with every turn of the pup. But you got it done! This pup is going to be able to heal now thanks to your hard work and struggling. You didn't give up, even with all the obstacles that kept presenting themselves, and you got the job done! And that is amazing.

[@banangebliss3387]

No one else was going to help that sweet pup, but you stepped up to the plate and did despite the great difficulty of working solo. Amazing job. Thank you so much 💗

[@BrainyWoman]

The way he talks is so comforting.

[@davidbales7145]

How can you say that you are not proud of yourself right now mate? You are doing more than most of the human race is NOT doing. I am new to the channel and what you are doing is so palpable and really does bring me to tears. I didn't realize that this was a thing in this world and what you are doing is really amazing. I wish there were more people like you and your team around in this world. “Those who protect and save other animals lead the way in protecting and saving humanity and earth.” ~ Jane Goodall - Subscribed - Donated - Thank you so much OCN

[@pattymintz9427]

I am new to watching these amazing rescues carried out by such selfless individuals. It also brings tear to my eyes as I watch safe in my home in Nova Scotia. God bless these incredible guys, but I am wondering when we will see some women involved on the beaches. Thank you, guys, for all you do for the seals and our ocean.

[@eileenentler8993]

@@pattymintz9427 -- you should check out more videos ... Naude and his wife Katja founded the OCN, and Wally's wife Kat is also a member who goes along and video records many of the rescues. There's also a new member, Angela, who is more behind-the-scenes helping with all the graphics and computer stuff. They're all SUCH an AMAZING team! ❤

[@harridan.]

@@eileenentler8993 thanks for that, i had wondered

[@StoffelDilligas]

You should be Proud of yourself. Again going above and beyond, not giving up, staying until the job is done, staying calm under the pressure and single handedly. You're an awesome person in an extraordinary team

[@DaS-zk7ew]

Ich mag Antoine am liebsten da er sehr vorsichtig mit den Tieren umgeht und viel mit ihnen redet um sie zu beruhigen.

[@energybobnet]

100% agree

[@philhunt9297]

I know the whole team @ OCN deserve global recognition and awards but Antoine comes across as extra special (no disrespect meant to the rest of the team)

[@SandiRose2008]

Stoffel Dilligas Exactly! Thank you so much for saying it so perfectly!

[@ladytamaya4737]

@@DaS-zk7ew bin genauso der selben Meinung, wenn Antoine dabei ist, freue ich mich sehr.

[@mnicholl93]

Tony, it's not just how you talk to the puppies to calm & reassure them while you save their lives but your natural character that shows so much compassion on rescues but companies like Disney & Pixar are missing a trick; you'd be an AMAZING voice for any animated character!!! ❤️🙏

[@laurafarris904]

You did an awesome job single handedly! Don't beat yourself up over it. Your little buddy is free from that horrible gill-net thanks to you!

[@eileenentler8993]

Oh, Tony, you should be immensely proud of yourself! You were on your own AND working without the net ... that pup was a fighter AND incredibly strong ... the scissors were rusty and hard to open AND there were SO many lines from that disgusting gill net!! You had so many variables going against you, but you did NOT let ANY of those stop you from removing the HORRIBLE entanglement!! YOU are an integral member of an AMAZING team, and, as always with OCN rescues, the pup has a 2nd chance of a long life! Thank you for doing what you do SO well!

[@bkm2797]

Amazing you were able to accomplish such a feat one handed with a frightened baby, and a not so great anymore pair of scissors. Antoine your a hero! Thanks for taking us along.

[@jennifermosley1243]

When you use the strong language it only shows you care in my opinion. You handled that brilliantly. Thank you for all you do for these precious babies.

[@ilenebillingsley7516]

You have nothing to be ashamed of ! You did a great job! The little one will live a long life ,because you cared enough to help him ! 😊💕

[@JessGillan]

I love the way Tony is speaking to these pups. It's so sweet and calming.

[@cosmicmuffin322]

You should feel proud of yourself Antoine, the rescue was successful and that's all that matters! The fact it was so difficult makes it even more impressive that you succeeded. 👏👏💜

[@kristiweik7777]

I love how you talk to the pups!!

[@jleezy612]

I love how he talks to the pup like a child. What a guy, what a hero! ❤

[@aldorobertoduraes1811]

THIS RESCUE TOOK MORE TIME , BUT OUR HERO WAS ALONE AND NEEDED TO CARE OF SAFETY AND CUTINGS !! One more great job , congratulations to this super man !!!!

[@boediprasetya2850]

multitools manufacturers must donate the best equipment or they can ask OCN what kind of tools they need.... Come on Gerber, SOG, leatherman etc

[@kalayne6713]

Antoine, you did great. Working alone with a feisty, strong puppy like that...so much admiration for you. You did it! You saved that little one. Thank you, love how you talk to them all. You are a fantastic seal whisperer.From Australia with respect.

[@jenniferjohnson1627]

Tony, I just can't believe how you did that all on your own with those annoying scissors!! Bet that pup won't forget you in a hurry. I know I won't. What an awesome person you are. Bless you Tony and thank you.x

[@shugandruslewis]

Thank you guys for the love and skill you show these animals! Tony, I love how you talk to them, a friend, someone they can trust. This rescue was truly epic… an example of strength, courage, and compassion. You were alone and handled it beautifully! Thanks for filming and sharing! Here I am in a landlocked state in USA and you bring me a part of the world I love! Thanks again! Of course I’ll support your efforts!

[@judithmcbride4023]

You are rescues are filled with love and concern for these beautiful creatures!! This one may have taken longer, but in the end, as always. It was TRULY worth it!! GOD BLESS you for never giving up! ❤️👏👏👏👏👏👏🥰

[@arielsea9087]

He did well despite being alone.

[@caroletorrez-xm1wy]

Tony you are so sweet and awesome with those beautiful little seals.

[@gretafae]

Please be proud! You released him/her from suffering. Gill net in the mouth may prevent feeding. You are a true hero!

[@brirose230]

Brilliant work on your own Antoine! Well done for persevering with a difficult rescue 👏🏼 Love your sweet puppy talk as always 💙 Damn that awful gill net! 😠 Hope the poor pup can recover and heal well.

[@dinky3817]

I love it when he talks to them too! Xx

[@dinky3817]

@Ирина Амлински he's doing his best At least he's out there! And helping. Go Toni Go!

[@bonnieblue1792]

@Ирина Амлински there is a saying which in going to adjust a bit to respond to you. Those who can, do. Those who can’t, criticise! Tony was doing a rescue alone, without the benefit of his team’s back up. The seal was a fighter, forcing him to basically work with one hand on a thrashing patient, with a tool that unexpectedly malfunctioned. He was out in the sun, wind, and sand working up a set and dodging painful bites to save an innocent animal from an awful death. You were sitting in your comfortable chair nicely criticizing Tony, and even criticised the other viewers for their own comments. You even made a point to time stamp example examples - since you have so much time on your hands, I'm assuming you don't do rescues on your own. That means of that poor seal had to rely on you instead of Tony, had be dead now from starvation or infection.

[@MannyH11]

You are a wonderful and kind human, thank you for helping the seal pup.The work you and your team do is amazing.

[@marydunn4827]

Tony, you are a hero for all the good you do for those precious seals❤️

[@justkerry173]

That must have been so painful. You should be proud of yourself, you saved his life!

[@c.harvey2424]

Oh, what a mess! Poor baby, poor Antoine! Thank you for not giving up. Not cringe worthy but not something to eat breakfast to.

[@headhunter1945]

Yes - but, cringe in the sense of "makes you wince," I think.

[@leosag816]

This is an extraordinary rescue. Antoine, it’s a combination of your skill, patience & compassion that you freed that little guy from torture all by yourself. He’s lucky you found him & now he can get on with his healing & his life.

[@angelajeffery2857]

The rescue may not have gone the way you want, but you still saved its life. Thank you for your determination.

[@susie2366]

Poor baby with his torn mouth must have struggled to eat. The cuts on his neck were deep and painful for him as well. It was a tough solo rescue, but his life was undoubtedly saved. Well done!

[@Yanquetino]

😢 Poor pup! Such dedicated heroism!

[@bettinamuller2195]

Ihr seid soooo lieb zu den Tieren, DANKE 🥰😘🦭💝

[@maureenallen6778]

Genau

[@jimmymags6516]

Proud of yourself ???? You're out there saving these beautiful animals . You have lots to be proud of .

[@janeencalaway1862]

Once again the seal whisper does his magic. So gentle and caring. Heartbreaking to see such damage from an illegal net. What a team!

[@JudyHart1]

I love listening to Tony sweet-talking the pups while saving their lives. Well done, great job under trying circumstances.

[@rebeccahenderson7761]

It brought tears to my eyes to hear you say sorry for swearing. You are actually very reserved, if that was me I'd be swearing like a truck-driver non-stop at the horrific job we as a species are doing to this planet as evidenced by this poor little guy in your hands!

[@lyndaweister9984]

EXACTLY 💯% TRUE CORRECT UNBELIEVABLE DESPICABLE UNACCEPTABLE 🎯🤗❣️🦭

[@annikaosteberg4934]

You did the best you could. You should be proud of saving this wonderful creature! Thank you❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure 😊 Thank you very much for the support 🙏

[@BobBob-wi6ct]

You speak to them with so much compassion. Your love for these “puppies” is so heartwarming

[@mlhart3741]

Oh, Tony... you did a *fantastic* job with a rather difficult patient. Your determination has given this seal a chance at life, which he didn't have before. By the time he reached the waves, he'd already forgotten the few moments of stress. Thank you for an amazing rescue!

[@gregengel1616]

@Ирина Амлински you've been watching these for 2 years, but yet at the end you say that this is the first time you've seen something like this. The scissors weren't working, so we had to use the hook. You're the only one in these comments thought he did a bad job. Because of Tony, the seal has a cut on his mouth but will be just fine. Go spread your Sunshine somewhere else.

[@mlhart3741]

@Ирина Амлински If the rescue process were as easy as you say, then everyone would do it and the world would be all rainbows and lollipops... ... but on the beach, in real time, the 'surgeon' has to make snap decisions to (a) save the seal and (b) not cause it too much stress. This seal is alive now, thanks to Tony, and the blood was soon washed away by the sea. Personally, I've had that much blood from a knife cut in the kitchen and I managed to survive. The fact that your judgmental comment is the only negative one should tell you something.

[@IschysSyrra]

​@Ирина Амлински When the seal is in the net he finds the line and removes it. He even says it was ripped out of the wound during the netting, so it is loose and he can remove it quickly. Removing an object from a wound usually causes blood flow, because the body is desperate to heal even with the object inside. That does not mean you shouldn't get it out in these cases. I see your ironic comment on people 'not watching the release process', while you yourself missed an important part, while furiously writing a negative comment.

[@julicooke4266]

@Ирина Амлински maybe YOU could go there and help?

[@poonambhatia8867]

@@julicooke4266 You said it,lady!

[@elaineeverhart7100]

This was the most beautiful compassionate rescue of any animal I have ever seen😢Bless you Sir..❤️

[@jjian1876]

감동입니다~영상 볼때마다 감사합니다~선한일하시는 여러분에게 신의 은총이 함께 하시길^^~

[@muffin_and_chocolate]

I love the way you talk to the seals, Antoine❤️ I’m sure they know what you all did for each of them.

[@loriwagoner6200]

You worked hard for that rescue - well done!

[@cfcthegreatesttherecanbe7863]

Damn that stuff is lethal, no wonder it’s illegal. Please don’t beat yourself up about the way you handled the situation, you were on your own and you managed to remove all the gill net, that’s all that matters. If you’re not proud of yourself, don’t worry, we’ll be proud of you as we always are 😘

[@JaisinaGaspar]

It wasn't one of those capture, cut and release cases. My friend you performed a surgery all by yourself with a patient who was strong and uncooperative! I heard the frustration in your voice at the end and realized you're just too hard on yourself. Please don't be 🙏 I love you man and am so damn proud of you ❤

[@lindac6032]

I never once thought about how strong a seal's front flippers must be, but to almost cut off your circulation...wow. He doesn't understand what is happening to him...the entanglement and the horrible pain...and is just hanging on for dear life.😥😍

[@sherriecode2738]

Thanks to you Antoine another seal is free to live and play in the water and with its friends. You do a wonderful job releasing the seals whether you are alone or with help. I enjoy listening to you talking to the seals. You are always so kind and caring with them. Keep up the great work.

[@moosedawg71]

I don't know why, but I got SO much joy out of hearing you say, "Okay, puppy, we're going to stop hugging..." - I love, love, LOVE how he talks to them! Never stop hugging the puppies! 🥰 And no worries, you did a phenomenal job, especially since you were alone! You saved that little puppy's life!

[@christinethompson3282]

You did a FANTASTIC job freeing the baby seal!!! You were alone and STILL you were AWESOME! GOOD JOB!

[@cheryllewis76]

You have saved so many on you're solo trips, don't feel bad because one didn't go smoothly! You still saved his life! Like I've said before, you are an amazing man! Don't ever stop! Love from Las Vegas ❤!

[@hendriklurse6518]

Thank you Antoine for saving him ❤️ greetings to all 😊🙋🏻

[@valeriecontreras1333]

Yes be proud...all of us are proud of you!!! You have skills and love for these animals ❤️ AMAZING JOB

[@grannybee]

I love the way you calm these seals. This little one was truly listening as he hugged you. Fantastic rescue.

[@charlotteh7766]

You did a splendid job! Thank you for your kindness and respect towards this cute baby seal! ♥️♥️♥️

[@rncommercial]

You did what you could in a difficult situation and ultimately freed the poor pup. Please don't beat yourself up. You are a hero. Your language highlights your genuine frustration at finding yet another animal entangle in gill net. Don't ever apologize!

[@nonmihiseddeo4181]

You know, Antoine, that was not the prettiest, most well-thought-out rescue, but it was a success, and that's what matters. Love and respect from Montana USA.

[@lindac6032]

I don't like the phrase "cringe-worthy" in the video's title. This rescue was not awkward or embarrassing...each step of the process eventually led to the release of the seal, and now the seal will live. That's worthy of praise!💪👍

[@elora917]

I think '' cringe-worthy '' is referring to the net, not the rescue in itself

[@angiediblasi8648]

I love 💕 how Tony talks to the seals like they were his kids ..... Keeps them calm ..... God Bless You 🙏 & Thank U guys for all that you do.

[@user-le5zp6kq3e]

Добрый день! Спасибо большое за Ваши добрые сердца 💖💖💖💖💖💖 и добрые дела!!! Мира, здоровья, любви...!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@doriskovalcik442]

I like how he talks to the pups. You had a hard time removing the net but we can be proud of you for working until you got all of it out.

[@domino430]

Thank you for your work, Tony. You saved that puppies life, and thing's went as smoothly as they could have with what you had to work with. Glad you guys are getting new equipment so it will be a bit easier for you next time. Stay safe my friend. ❤️

[@TheAkasha2012]

Not sure why you call this video cringe-worthy. Love the compassion you guys have and the hard work you put in trying your best helping these innocent creatures. The world needs more people like you

[@Snobordr615]

Bloody brilliant. Antoine should be incredibly proud of himself. Your team is inspirational.

[@Paulster2]

Antoine has the best conversations with those animals he's trying to help :o)

[@NicoleandStevie]

I really love the way they talk to them, Antoine especially. You guys work so hard, thank you for all you do.

[@triciac1019]

I can't imagine the strength and agilty you needed for removing that gill net. You kept yourself safe and saved this seal! You couldn't have done better! Great job!

[@Chr.U.Cas2216]

👍👌👏 + 👍👌👏 because it was sooo difficult. You said, that you are not proud of yourself! No reason to say so! We viewers are definitely proud of you and all your colleagues. Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing your great rescue missions. Best regards luck to you all involved life forms (humans and animals).

[@Notaavailable007]

Antoine, your commitment and patience was worth the while. It was a very complicated rescue and more since you were on your own. Thank you!

[@samfauji147]

Your commitment, determination and patience throughout this difficult rescue were truly admirable. Thank you for the wonderful job you and your team are doing saving these harmless and magnificent creatures.