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How Gentle Training Helps Young Elephants Partner in Their Own Healthcare
Photo: Saiteja Varma / Unsplash
Since the 1990s, caretakers have used positive reinforcement to teach young elephant calves how to voluntarily participate in routine medical check-ups. This cooperative approach minimizes stress for the animals and allows veterinary teams to safely monitor their health and well-being.
Since the 1990s, caretakers have used positive reinforcement to teach young elephant calves how to voluntarily participate in routine medical check-ups. This cooperative approach minimizes stress for the animals and allows veterinary teams to safely monitor their health and well-being.