Elephants – Vein Essays

February 3, 2016

Captive Asian Elephant Welfare: Recent Research into Training and Handling Methods

Author: Elliott, Samantha
Published: 2015
Description: This paper explores recent research into the welfare benefits possible for captive Asian Elephants with alternatives to traditional elephant training and handling methods.

February 18, 2015

What has been discovered in the past twelve months that enhances the welfare of captive elephants?

Author: Grassi, Tanya
Published: 2002
Description: Discusses the results of recent research that helps optimise the conditions for captive elephants. Such factors as elephant communication, reproduction and health are examined.

February 18, 2015

Improving the welfare of female African elephants (Loxodonta africana) in zoos

Author: Phillips, Ali
Published: 2007
Description: Animal Welfare Essay on improving the welfare of female African elephants (Loxodonta africana) in zoos