I’ve got a new heartthrob. He is smart, dark and seriously handsome, with a full head of fiery red hair! Admittedly on the young side, Bhadra still lives with his mom and spends the entire day … [Read more...]
Kasara Camp
Today I traveled many kilometers through Chitwan National Park to reach my foot trimming clients. To get there, I hiked to the river’s edge, boarded a small sailing vessel, crossed a river and drove … [Read more...]
Nepal Mobile Pedicure Parlor
Foot trimming with the privately owned elephants started yesterday. Once again Kiran, a veterinary technician working with NTNC and the government in Chitwan National Park, came through, setting up … [Read more...]
The TARGET of target training
A target is a tool -- a flexible pole with a spongy end -- used to shape behaviors. Its purpose is to create a focal point, a benign object for the elephant to focus on. To start, we touch Chang … [Read more...]
