Sebastian Waits – Play Makes the Day

“I can’t wait until my friends see all of the cool toys they have!”

A plush tiger with a name tag reading "Sebastian" is lying on a wooden spool outdoors near a chain-link fence and greenery.

While you might give your child a “toy,” in the zoological community, animals are given “enrichments.”  These provide both mental and physical stimulation by changing the environment, encouraging natural behaviors, and a variety of sensory experiences.  For our cats, some examples are bags of spices, boxes, bubbles, and even pumpkins.  Many common objects are recycled and reused – like industrial cable spools, bowling pins, and even bowling balls.  Yes….apparently, big cats like to bowl!  Right on, Sebastian!


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