An animal as fast and dangerous as a tiger wouldn’t be sensitive. On the other hand, cheetahs are just like this.
They can become so anxious and disturbed that they are unable to socialize or reproduce. It is for this reason that these lovely felines require assistance. An unlikely source provided the ideal solution. Researchers found that individuals require support based on their behavior. Consequently, zookeepers are now providing them with emotional support dogs.
This is a love story about one species helping another live”, said Jack Grisham, vice president of animal collections at the St. Louis Zoo and coordinator of the North American cheetah species survival plan. African animals are naturally shy, and you cannot breed that out of them”, explains Janet Rose-Hinostroza, animal training supervisor at San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Cheetah cubs learn to mimic the behavior of guide dogs by watching them closely.
Getting them to read the dog’s calm, happy attitude boosts their confidence and willingness to play.
