Summary: Historically, large zoo animal enrichment items that are safe, won't break teeth or scratch view panels have been limited to the creativity of zookeepers as they repurpose materials like firehoses and hard plastic barrels. A new effort led by the creative mind behind the KONG company, maker of pet toys, hopes to ensure all species have access to enrichment. Two KONGZOO.com guests discuss manufacturing challenges using natural rubber to create welfare tools that are much larger than anything ever attempted.
