Enrichment Toys for abused animals who require engagement
Animals Asia
The Animals Asia Vietnam Bear Rescue Center is located in Tam Dao National Park, Vinh Phuc Province. It is the first international bear rescue center in Vietnam - a model of cooperation between Animals Asia, the Vietnamese government and people, and support and funding from around the world. The 12-hectare rescue center provides lifelong care for 200 bears.
Bears live comfortably in bear houses with sleeping rooms that open onto semi-natural
areas at three bear sanctuaries. The bears are cared for, rehabilitated, and allowed to live
with other bear groups in peace and safety for the rest of their lives. To date, Animals Asia
has rescued and cared for nearly 700 bears in both Vietnam and China.
This group works with Animals Asia at Tam Dao Moon Bear Sanctuary and the plight of the
animals; they explore ways to increase awareness of the sanctuary to spark advocacy in
our community and beyond. There are also many government centers with endangered species that need enrichment toys.
You will choose an animal and create enrichment toys that can be made using your design skills (i.e. product design workshop tools, 3D printer, and / or laser cutter). Examples of enrichment toys are as follows:
CLIENT VISIT!
Date: Friday, March 14
Time: 9:20 - 11:05
Mission: You will have limited time to listen to your client representative who will share the types of animals you will be helping and share resources on how you can help create products that are safe for your client
Listen to the presentation from Animals Asia
Engage in an empathy activity
Brainstorm possible products that could work for your client
Client Lists and Preferences: see spreadsheet below
