Petting Zoo Safety Walkthrough 5

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Petting Zoo Safety Walkthrough 5

Review Question

Question: What is the problem with young children petting the calf next to its mother?

A.) Fencing is not adequate.
B.) Pre-weaned calves are a poor choice for children under 5 years old.
C.) Young children are not allowed in petting zoos.

Pre-weaned calves are a poor choice for children under 5 years old.

Correction

For children under 5 years of age, pre-weaned calves, reptiles/amphibians, and live poultry are never used.

Petting Zoo Safety Walkthrough 5

Additional Guidelines and Recommendations

  • Other ruminants (e.g., goats, sheep) are of increased concern for children under 5 years old, as their age and behavior may increase the risk of injury and/or illness.
  • Reptiles are not used with children under 5 years old.
  • Venomous reptiles or reptiles that bite are never used.
  • No dangerous animals (e.g., nonhuman primates, carnivores, bats) are used.

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