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DRBig teamwork down at the giraffe barn.
Our animal care team has been working closely with Turbo to teach him to calmly present the bottoms of his front feet using positive reinforcement training. This incredible behavior will allow them to be trimmed routinely and we can maintain healthy hooves without the need for anesthesia, which is safer, less stressful, and a huge win for long-term foot health.
Moments like these highlight the trust between keepers and animals, and the dedication that goes into proactive, preventive care every single day. Well done, team and great job, Turbo
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