Meet Blakely, The Cincinnati Zoo's devoted animal nanny

The video introduces Blakely, a 5-year-old Australian Shepherd at the Cincinnati Zoo, who plays a crucial role in teaching young animals appropriate behavior and interaction cues. Blakely, a rescue dog, works as a nanny or companion dog, helping baby animals learn correct animal cues for when they return to their species. He has worked with various animals, including cheetahs and ocelots, and is described as a second set of eyes for the zookeepers. Blakely's presence ensures the animals are well-behaved and safe, and he is recognized and appreciated by the animals he has helped raise.

What is the main purpose of Blakely at the Cincinnati Zoo?

How does Blakely help the babies learn appropriate animal cues?

What kind of animals has Blakely worked with?

What is the relationship between Blakely and the baby cheetahs?

Describe Blakely's behavior when he senses something is not right.