Meet Blakely, The Cincinnati Zoo's devoted animal nanny

The video introduces Blakely, a 5-year-old Australian Shepherd at the Cincinnati Zoo, who plays a crucial role in teaching young animals appropriate behavior and interaction cues. Blakely, a rescue dog, works as a nanny or companion dog, helping baby animals learn correct animal cues for when they return to their species. He has worked with various animals, including cheetahs and ocelots, and is described as a second set of eyes for the zookeepers. Blakely's presence ensures the animals are well-behaved and safe, and he is recognized and appreciated by the animals he has helped raise.

What is Blakely's primary role at the Cincinnati Zoo?

• To entertain visitors

• To teach baby animals appropriate behavior

• To perform tricks for the camera

• To act as a guard dog

How does Blakely help the baby animals at the zoo?

• By taking them for walks

• By teaching them how to play and interact

• By cleaning their enclosures

• By feeding them

Which of the following animals has Blakely worked with?

• Lions

• Elephants

• Cheetahs

• Giraffes

What does Blakely do if the baby animals make too much noise?

• He barks loudly

• He ignores them

• He alerts the zookeepers

• He plays with them

How long has Blakely been working with the baby cheetahs?

• Three weeks

• Five weeks

• Seven weeks

• Nine weeks