The last couple of times I’ve been to the park I have been amazed at how quickly things are evolving; I thought I’d post a couple of the changes here. That way if you are returning to the park for a visit you won’t go into shock ๕๕๕
Except for the furnishings the extension to the dock is finished. As I understand it, the upstairs may soon be a dining area. For now it’s a quiet place, under roof, with a marvelous view.
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March 25, 2011 |
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March 25, 2011 |
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May 20, 2011 |
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May 21, 2011 |
The old elephant shelter close to the kitchen is gone and in it’s place will be a parking lot. The elephants who used to live there have been moved to the new shelter or to the newly extended shelter.
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Roof was redone May 2011 |
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Re-roofed and extended |
Karl Cullen is doing target training. This training has a couple of distinct advantages. First it’s documented proof that these elephants can be trained without abuse. They respond marvelously to positive re-enforcement. Second, once trained they are much easier to handle during medical procedures, especially foot care. There will be a whole article on that coming soon. For now let me just say that the elephants really enjoy the training, Karl’s gentle manner and of course the treats.
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Karl training at the new wall |
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"O.K. All I do is move my ear to the pole and I get a treat, works for me". |
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Chang Yim grows bigger each day! He'll never see torture training. |
There are a couple of things that have not changed and will not change.
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Abundant Blessings,
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