Animal enrichment promotes naturalistic behaviors that stimulate the mind and increases physical activity. It reduces stress and therefore promotes overall health by increasing an animal's perception of control over their environment and by occupying their time. While working for a decade as an Enrichment Coordinator for various animal sections at the Audubon Zoo, I learned that …
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Setting Aside Judgement – Focusing on Education
“Let us not look back in anger, nor forward in fear, but around us in awareness.” ― James Thurber 2014's National Dog Bite Prevention Week is wrapping up. It’s been a tremendously positive week with so many great messages about safety, prevention, and dog awareness being spread across the nation and world. The goal that we educators and …
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Holy Moly Hormones!
“Why is patience so important?""Because it makes us pay attention.” ― Paulo Coelho It's that time of year again! ... Spring is here. The hormones have kicked in. Get Ready. Many of you know the scenario: One day your affectionate parrot is a content, happy member of your family, and the next minute he or she is …
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