Behavioral Enrichment

The video discusses behavioral enrichment for animals in captivity, emphasizing its importance for promoting natural behaviors and preventing neurotic behaviors. It provides examples of enrichment activities for pets like dogs and cats, and highlights the consequences of lack of enrichment. The video also demonstrates various enrichment techniques and training methods to keep animals healthy and happy.

What is the primary responsibility of caretakers for animals living in captivity?

• To train them for performances

• To ensure they are happy and healthy

• To provide them with a natural habitat

• To keep them isolated from other animals

What is another term used for behavioral enrichment?

• Physical enrichment

• Nutritional enrichment

• Social enrichment

• Environmental enrichment

Which of the following is NOT a form of behavioral enrichment for cats?

• Kitty litter box

• Laser pointers

• Dog leashes

• Cat scratchers

What are some potential behaviors animals might display if they lack proper enrichment?

• Enhanced memory retention

• Increased social interaction

• Improved hunting skills

• Neurotic behaviors like pacing

How does the speaker humorously describe behavioral enrichment?

• As a serious scientific process

• As a form of strict training

• As a competitive sport

• As 'messing about'