The Samurott is trying to get free, and indeed making it worse for himself. Heather tries to talk him out of the panicky upset, but it doesn't seem to be working.

She hops backward -- out of range of the thrashing, frustrated beast -- and asks Snakes, "Please, can you cover your ears?" She explains hurriedly, "I've got an idea that might work but I don't want it to get you, too."

The Samurott rolls, and his back leg strikes Heather's leg as he gets closer, leaving a set of short scratches from his claws on her calf. Heather gives a hiss of pain and stumbles back.