Animal Training, Enrichment and Problem Solving: Enhancing Animal Welfare through Behavioral Management

“Lots of people talk to animals...not very many listen though...that's the problem.” - A.A. Milne This is the first book of its kind to provide a comprehensive exploration of the holistic realm of behavioral management and the primary components of positive reinforcement training, enrichment, and problem solving.It offers you a deeper understanding of what animals need, and the skills required to meet those needs and make their lives richer.It is designed for professionals of all levels, beginners to experienced, working with animals in every kind of facility – zoo, aquarium, oceanarium, rescue center, sanctuary, and laboratory. It is both manual and guide, offering a full breadth of information, insights and practical techniques, for all species, supported by real-life examples from the authors’ collective experiences. For those that may not work in the field, these same techniques can be applied to domestic and companion animals as well. This is your go-to book for ensuring that animals in human care have the “good life” they deserve. The authors Gail Laule, Margaret Whittaker, and Valerie Hare have collectively over 100 years of experience working with a vast array of animals and species, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish. They have spent those years travelling the world conducting Workshops with keepers, trainers, handlers, animal managers, and the resident animals they care for. Their materials have been translated and presented in an impressive number of languages. This book is a cumulation of their vast experience, and a reflection of their commitment to enhancing the lives of animals everywhere.