Our pets might be domesticated but that doesn’t mean they’re perfect happy living in an environment catered just to their human’s needs! This week, Naomi talks enrichment. What is it and how can we use it to help minimize unwanted pet behaviors?
In this episode we discuss:What is enrichment?
o A shorthand for designing an enriching environment or providing enriching activities.
o Giving an animal the opportunity to behave the way they would in the wild.
o Enrichment is essential for any captive animal
o It’s akin to solitary confinement
o There is a reason solitary confinement is a brutal punishment
o Our homes are designed to enrich US.
o If our homes only enrich us, our pets are in a prison-like environment
o Unenriched environments lead to “behavioral seepage”
o When not occupied, pet’s will seek out opportunities to express the behaviors not promoted by their environment
o Learn what your pet needs
o Allow them the freedom to safely choose how to access these needs
Three-step plan for enriching your pet’s environment.o Watch your pets
o Choose one behavior that you are always asking your pet to stop, are redirecting or punishing. These are behaviors your animal needs to perform in a more appropriate way.
o Monitor the new activity/environment. Change if necessary.
Who’s in this episode?Naomi Rotenberg
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