[Jeff Higgins]

I'll go ahead and be the first one here to attribute at least some of the blame to what we call the "Bambi Syndrome". Far too many of us are raised on exceedingly false premises regarding wild animal behaviors and personalities. Even those who should know better, those charged with the professional care, study, and keeping of these animals sometimes succumb.

My heart goes out to this young lady's family. No one should have to go through what they must be going through. We all lose loved ones and can empathize with her family. While I have never experienced such, I rather suspect that losing one through some senseless, avoidable error might just be a bit more difficult. What a shame.