Enrichment Suggestions for Captive-born, Hand-reared Jackals ...
Enrichment Suggestions for Captive-born, Hand-reared Jackals ...
Enrichment Suggestions for Captive-born, Hand-reared Jackals ...
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Interaction with Other Animals<br />
Seeing, smelling and interacting with other animals through a fence or at a distance can<br />
greatly enrich a captive jackal’s life. When encountering other animals, the jackals at<br />
Cheetah Outreach become very excited, crouching, wagging tails, rolling on the ground,<br />
rubbing against fences, and sticking muzzle or paws through the fence.<br />
This should be a positive experience <strong>for</strong> the animals and not lead to anxiety. Care should<br />
be taken to assess the demeanor and behaviour of all animals carefully.<br />
Behavioral Conditioning<br />
Behavioral conditioning is very important since it provides mental and intellectual<br />
stimulation. The level of conditioning depends on the individual.<br />
Lead Walking<br />
Lead walking begins at an early age in order <strong>for</strong> young animals to get accustomed to the<br />
restricted feeling of harness or collar and lead. Lead walking is important <strong>for</strong> all<br />
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