Thanks Jessica! That would be awesome. The more momentum we get behind it, hopefully, the quicker we'll get a new lower starch reinforcer.

Hi Jennifer,

We have been working with Mazuri, specifically Jen Parsons, a nutritionist, to test new types of low-starch reinforcers. Would you or anyone else who is following this thread be willing to help us out and have their giraffe taste test some of the options they are creating? Here is Jen's email: Jparsons@mazuri.com. If you are interested, please reach out to her asking for some of those options.  

We currently use lettuce and Wasa Rye Crisp crackers but are actively looking for ways to reduce the amount of crackers we use due to the amount of starches in them. 

Hello! I was wondering what you all use for reinforcement during training sessions? We currently give our giraffe browse, grain, alfalfa and some produce.

We are in a safari setting so they have basically unlimited access to browse and lettuce (from tour trucks). I'm trying to find other options that have a higher value than what they are offered by guests so we can get the giraffe more interested in training sessions and build stronger relationships with our keepers!

Thank you!