Pacing, a common form of stereotypy in captive animals, poses challenges for animal welfare and conservation initiatives. The current study used a comprehensive measurement system to investigate the impact of introducing a food-related activity on the daily patterns of multiple behaviors, including stereotypic pacing, in two zoo-housed cougars. The results showed that, while the intervention did not mitigate pacing overall, it did cause a shift in the cougars' routines. This demonstrated the significant influence of keeper behavior on the animals. Furthermore, the differing effects on each cougar's behaviors underscored the necessity for individualized interventions tailored to the specific needs of animals.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc2256952 |
| Date | 12 1900 |
| Creators | Fahlmann, Elisabeth Anne |
| Contributors | Rosales-Ruiz, Jesus, Alai-Rosales, Shahla, Becker, April |
| Publisher | University of North Texas |
| Source Sets | University of North Texas |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
| Format | Text |
| Rights | Public, Fahlmann, Elisabeth Anne, Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights Reserved. |
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