Wellness for animals? The products we use and the plans we make solely to ensure our own comfort would fill volumes. Animals, too, rely on specific activities to achieve a sense of well-being, says Dr. Isenbugel at the Zurich Zoo.

Swiss News › Nbr. 2007, April 2007

Author: Isenbugel, Ewald

Position:: ZOO WELLNESS

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ZOO WELLNESS

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Wellness for animals? The products we use and the plans we make solely to ensure our own comfort would fill volumes. Animals, too, rely on specific activities to achieve a sense of well-being, says Dr. Isenbugel at the Zurich Zoo.

To feel happy, animals need to satisfy their basic needs: food and water, protection from enemies, safety in their social circles, and a territory that offer...

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