Swimming With Wild Seals For 20 Years 🦭

Seems you've received a Seal of approval for your hospitality and kindness.

Literally ... Underwater...Doggos <3

I was on the same dive boat as Ben a couple of years ago in the Farne Islands, near Scotland. Soon as he jumped in the water, the seals came right up to him as if he was their owner and they missed him. They seemed to recognise him and were so comfortable around him. That got my hopes up, but when I got in the water the seals were curious but kept their distance for the most part. Goes to show they really do remember him (plus he's an experienced diver so doesn't scare off the seals like beginners do with jerky movements and lots of bubbles). He also volunteered to unclog the boat motor when it got jammed up with kelp. Thanks Ben!

"Any interaction has to be 100% on their terms." It's great that he warns about wildlife and respecting their space.

"They seem to understand what's my equipment and what's me." That's one of the most fascinating things I've noticed watching animal interaction videos. They seem to understand clothing and equipment. Animals seem to be more intelligent than we give them credit for.

A seal is just an underwater dog…. Same level of infinite cuteness!

This animal literally gives you a handshake underwater like "oh hey sir, how you doin?"

Can't imagine why anyone could dislike something this warm and precious

That’s unbelievably beautiful. Like he said, “to have a wild animal holding your hand, looking in your eyes…” I think time WOULD stop.

The way the seals look at this man in his eyes.... You can tell they are content with his presence. I never thought I would need this but this video made my day.

I LOVE seals. Those warm eyes... So much love there. Thank you for the beautiful video.

The way this man speaks about his experience diving with seals is so beautiful. It sounds like a profound, spiritual experience.

Watching two seals holding embracing one another like an old couple dancing to an oldie truly melted my heart.

Just beautiful. It shows how wonderful our fellow creatures are.

These seals holding his hands and embracing one another...serms like they have so much sense. There is more to animals then we understand❣️🥹

How magical, but also remembering that these are wild animals and you are in their territory.

Wow they are so affectionate! The interaction between the seal and doctor was as if they had known each other for a long time. This was endearing to watch, I had a smile on my face the whole time.

Don’t they have lovely eyes. What gentle souls. You stroke them and they stroke you back, that’s real kindness. They can obviously sense your energy. Thank you for this gorgeous video!

That hug is the cutest thing I’ve seen in a long time 😢😢😢❤

It’s always amazing to see an animal capable of incredible violence (grey seals are fantastic hunters) being so gentle. It shows thought and intelligence, proving yet again that animals are not stupid or killing machines. I love when sharks behave the same way. Great video.