![]() ![]() Thanks to the dedication and expertise of our gorilla keepers-and to you for providing gifts that support all that training-the work has paid off. Our dedicated gorilla keepers worked with her every day during her first pregnancy five years ago, and during this one-to help her learn good maternal skills. Growing up animal how to#Due to some complications with her own birth, Nadiri was partially human-raised as an infant, which means she didn't get to experience first-hand how to be a gorilla mother herself. ![]() It also marks a wonderful milestone for Nadiri as a mother. The arrival of this new baby is more than just a celebration of a new family member. To share in the love and joy of this new gorilla baby, we are asking our community to help us throw a virtual baby shower for Nadiri! Help us celebrate and show your love for Nadiri, Kwame and their new baby girl by making a gift of any size and make sure to leave a comment! Gorilla Nadiri is due any day now!Ī baby gorilla is on the way: Nadiri is expecting! Hello little one! Nadiri gives birth to health baby girl!īaby watch begins. The best gift on Nadiri's 25th birthday-the mama gorilla and her baby are bonding Oh, how sweet it is! Our new baby gorilla has a name! Q & A with gorilla keeper Stephanie: Get the scoop on caring for Nadiri and her baby Zuna Read more about the newest member of our western lowland gorilla family:Įvery day is World Gorilla Day with Kitoko and Zuna!īaby Zuna gets a taste of springtime sunshine. Their time outside in the public space, most likely between 1:45-4:30 p.m., is weather-dependent and often takes place in short increments in order to accommodate the baby’s behind-the-scenes bottle-feedings. ![]() The 11-week-old western lowland gorilla-the second baby for 25-year-old mom Nadiri and the first between her and 21-year-old father, Kwame, is spending a few hours outdoors each day now with her family. Having a dog join your family may be one of the greatest gifts we can give our kids.Baby gorilla, Zuna, is ready to say hello to zoo visitors!īaby gorilla Zuna spending time outdoors with mom, Nadiri, and the rest of her family Growing up with a dog can enrich the lives of children in so many ways. All science aside, playing and interacting with dogs is just plain fun - and it's bound to brighten any kid's day. Perhaps one of the greatest benefits of dogs in early childhood is simply that they make children happy! Interaction with animals has been proven to raise levels of serotonin and dopamine, which are the chemical building blocks of positive feelings. Research has also found that children who grow up with dogs experience a reduced risk of allergies. Exposure to pet dander and the microbes that pets carry into the home from the outdoors is suggested to improve babies' developing immune systems. Studies have found that babies raised in close contact with a pet get sick less often in their first year of life, meaning fewer visits to the doctor's office. Children also learn empathy and compassion by caring for their pet, while developing a higher level of self-esteem by taking care of their pet-owning responsibilities. Making sure that the family dog has food and water gives children a first glimpse of accountability and obligation. Having a pet is a great way to teach responsibility to kids. Those adorable puppy eyes they give you are sure to motivate you - even when you're not feeling up to it. Many dogs require daily walks or runs and plenty of play time. That might not sound like a lot, but over a week or month, it really adds up. Kids with dogs exercise eleven minutes a day more than their non-dog owning peers. A More Active LifestyleĬaring for a dog also encourages a more active lifestyle. Petting and cuddling dogs has also been shown to relieve stress and help people relax. ![]() Whenever kids feel sad, angry, or afraid, they can always turn to their pet. Dogs can be a great source of comfort for kids - even when they're coming to grips with difficult life lessons. Constant CompanionshipĪlthough childhood isn't always easy, having a pet provides constant companionship through the ups and downs. Benefits of Kids and Dogs Growing Up Together 1. But did you know that growing up with a dog can actually benefit a child's physical and psychological development? Here are some of the many benefits of dogs being in children's lives. They're cute, cuddly, and oh-so-friendly. ![]()
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