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BOOK NOW: Award Winning Dog Boarding, Daycare, Grooming, & Training Facility. Best of B-Town 2022 & 2023. Returning Clients New Clients Pardon our mess Welcome to our new website! This webpage is down for maintenance and will be restored by 11/17/25. Thank you for your patience. For all inquiries please use our website live chat to talk to a Scout's Honor employee.

Fear Free & LIMA dog training school. Multi Award-Winning Boarding, Daycare, Grooming, & Training Facility. Sharing best friends therapy dog training Scout's Honor is proud to have partnered with the Monroe County Humane Association (MCHA) to support their Therapy Dog Program as official evaluators. This allows us to offer tailored training programs designed to help you and your dog work together to become volunteers, working together to provide essential emotional support to those in need. MCHA's mission is to promote the humane treatment of animals, advance the human to animal bond and improve the welfare of pets and people throughout Monroe Country. Through this partnership, we are excited to help fulfill that mission by ensuring that therapy teams are well-prepared to make a positive impact on the lives in our community! Why become a thearpy dog? therapy programs Our programs are designed to ensure that you and your dog are ready to take the Therapy Dog Evaluation test at the end of the program. The following is the requirements for the therapy dog program through MCHA: Accepting approach, taking food and being pet by friendly strangers Being around and settled around neutral and well-behaved dogs Startle responses: dropping, knocking something over. Both visual and auditory. Supervised Separation (Owner leaves dog with handler, assessing reaction.) Walking and interacting through crowds of people, such as approaching and petting. Reaction to Difficult Stimuli and Situations Clumsy petting, hugging Someone in a wheelchair or walker Someone running by yelling on the phone Excited/fast approach Someone is rough or grabby with dog A stranger wants their dog to meet yours Being approached by an open umbrella And more! Obedience skills: Sit on cue Down on cue Stay for 5-10' around normal and routine distractions Leave it with both objects being offered and a bag of treats on the ground. Wait on cue (at doorways) Recall past a bag of treats Play & Train: Therapy Team Available for dogs interested in MCHA Therapy Dog Program. Play & Train Therapy Team is designed to help adolescent dogs prepare for a career as a therapy dog. This program focuses on the essential skills and emotional stability needed for working in various environments. This program is the perfect foundation for those looking to have their dog become a compassionate and reliable therapy dog. What is included: 30 Days of Enrichment, Training, & Socialization ($2040 Value) 3 Private Lessons ($240 Value) Heather's Heroes Transitional Lead ($40 Value) Treat Pouch ($20 Value) MCHA Therapy Dog Evaluation ($80 value) Price: N/A Private Lessons: Therapy Team Available for dogs who have completed a professional level of training or needing a refresher in preparation for the evaluation. Therapy Dog Private Lesson Package is a specialized training program designed to help your dog develop the skills necessary to become a therapy dog. Through one-on-one sessions, we’ll focus on building your dog’s confidence and socialization while reinforcing the essential behaviors required in therapy environments. Perfect for owners dedicated to preparing their dog for a rewarding role in therapeutic settings. What is included: 5 Private Lessons Treat Pouch ($20 Value) MCHA Therapy Dog Evaluation ($80 value) Price: N/A Group Class: Therapy Team Available for dogs who have completed a professional level of training or needing a refresher in preparation for the evaluation. Therapy Dog Group Class is a supportive training environment, meeting once a week, where you and your dog can work alongside others on the path to becoming a therapy dog. Ideal for those who want to socialize their dog in a group atmosphere while progressing toward therapy dog certification. Each dog at the end of the program are able to take the evaluation at an additional cost with trainer approval. What is included: 6 Weeks of Group Classes Price: COMING SOON Enhance Your Life and Your Pet’s by Volunteering Together Strengthen your bond with your pet while giving back. Spread the happiness your pet brings to you to those in need. Receive training and support. Make a positive impact in your community.

black friday | silver Members Scout’s Honor is introducing a new Pack Membership tier featuring the Scout’s Adventure Club, an enrichment -focused experience for dogs. Members receive monthly themed enrichment packages to enhance daycare and boarding visits, plus a personalized Adventure Box with toys and treats tailored to each dog’s preferences and dietary needs. Each member also gets an Adventure Passport to collect stickers by completing enrichment activities both at Scout’s Honor and at home. At the end of each quarter, the top adventurers with the most stickers win special prizes. The club also fosters community: once a month, members can join an optional Zoom meetup with a Scout’s Honor leader to discuss animal enrichment . The December theme is “Naughty or Nice”, where dogs participate in three enrichment activities to determine their list placement. Santa will then send an official Naughty or Nice certificate and matching Adventure Box for parents to open with their dogs together. To join adventure club at no cost to you for up-to four months and get a bigger discount on your Black Friday deal, view Gold Membership . Note: This is the final opportunity to receive 2025 discounted prices on boarding and daycare. Read more about 2026 Pricing Changes . Valid through 11/30/2025. Your silver member boarding deal 10% off limited time only boarding packages day camp 2.0 Hybrid Camp solo Camp $5 Price increase January 1 $287 Value $252 4 day: Expires in 3 Months What's Included : 4 Days of Standard Boarding 10% Off Pig Ear $10 Price increase January 1 $367 Value $324 $10 Price increase January 1 $427 Value $378 8 day: $572 Value $732 Value $852 Value $504 Expires in 6 Months What's Included : 8 Days of Standard Boarding 10% Off Pig Ear Pup Cream Cone $648 $756 16 day: Expires in 9 Months What's Included : 16 Days of Standard Boarding 10% Off Barkcuterie Board Pig Ear Pup Cream Cone $1156 Value $1008 $1464 Value $1296 $1704 Value $1512 Policies: Pack Membership must be active while discounted package is on account. If Pack Membership is canceled while package is still active, the card on file will be charged for the discount received. Silver Membership will increase to $65/m beginning 1/1/2026. Read more about our 2026 pricing changes. 50% deposits are still required when reservations are made. The deposit will be used toward incidentals (deluxe boarding upgrade, peak travel time fees, menu items, and treats. Shortly after the end of your stay you will be contacted by a reservation specialist notifying you of how much you saved and you will have the choice to have the amount returned to the card on file or converted into store credit. Your silver member daycare deal 10% off limited time only daycare packages day camp 2.0 Hybrid Camp solo Camp $5 Price increase January 1 $457 Value $405 10 day: Expires in 3 Months What's Included : 10 Days of Daycare 10% Off Pig Ear $10 Price increase January 1 $740 Value $585 $10 Price increase January 1 $857 Value $720 20 day: $919 Value $1510 Value $1712 Value $810 Expires in 6 Months What's Included : 20 Days of Daycare 10% Off Pig Ear Pup Cream Cone $1,170 $1440 40 day: Expires in 9 Months What's Included : 40 Days of Daycare 10% Off Photobooth Plus Upgrade Pup Cream Cone Pig Ear $1800 Value $1620 $2627 Value $2340 $3427 Value $2880 Policies: Pack Membership must be active while discounted package is on account. If Pack Membership is canceled while package is still active, the card on file will be charged for the discount received. Gold Membership will increase to $65/m beginning 1/1/2026. Read more about our 2026 pricing changes. Your silver member training deal *10% off limited time only training packages 12 day 24 day 48 days play & Train Expires in 3 Months $1140 Value $1026 Expires in 6 Months Expires in 12 Months $2280 Value $2052 $4560 Value $4104 Policies: Pack Membership must be active while discounted package is on account. If Pack Membership is canceled while package is still active, the card on file will be charged for the discount received. Silver Membership will increase to $65/m beginning 1/1/2026. Read more about our 2026 pricing changes. *Must have completed or be currently enrolled in First Semester of Play & Train to purchase these packages

Independently certified professional dog trainer Kristen Perrus. Multi Award-Winning Boarding, Daycare, Grooming, & Training Facility. Meet Our Dog TrainerS Scout's Honor Dog Trainers use positive-reinforcement, Fear Free , & LIMA dog training methods. Our Dog Trainers must pass the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers examination written by Delta Society (now Pet Partners), American Humane Association, Association of Behavior Analysis, Animal Behavior Society, Animal Behavior College, and Animal Behavior Systems. Certifying our dogs and trainers is a cornerstone of the quality and care we provide. It reflects years of dedication to education, hands-on experience, and ongoing learning to ensure every trainer is prepared to meet dogs where they are and guide them effectively. Certification isn’t just a credential, it’s a commitment to professionalism, consistency and ethical practice. It ensures our team understands canine behavior deeply, applies proven, humane methods and can adapt to each dog’s individual needs. By investing years into developing and certifying our trainers, we make sure every client receives knowledgeable guidance and every dog has the best opportunity to succeed and thrive. kristen perrus, CPDT-KSA Owner / Trainer Kristen specializes in reactivity, dog sports and puppy training, helping dogs and their owners build confidence, engagement and strong foundations through positive, low-stress training. Sydnie Dunn, MBA,cpdt-ka Training Manager / Trainer Sydnie specializes in dog sports, advanced obedience, and cooperative care, helping dogs build precision skills, confidence and comfort with everyday handling and training. Additional Certifications Canine Good Citizen Evaluator Fear Free Trainer Heroes for Healthy Pets Pet CPR Additional Certifications Canine Good Citizen Evaluator Kennedy Ferguson, CPDT-KA Trainer Kennedy specializes in tricks, dog sports and puppy training, helping dogs and their owners build creativity, engagement and confidence. Additional Certifications Canine Good Citizen Evaluator Pet First Aid & CPR Emily Doehla, cpdt-ka Trainer Emily specializes in tricks, confidence building, and dog sports, helping dogs and their owners develop skills, boost self-assurance and deepen their bond through engaging, rewarding training. Additional Certifications Additional Certifications Animal Behavior, BA First Aid & CPR Carly Craft, cpdt-ka Trainer Carly specializes in reactivity, helping dogs and their owners build confidence, calmer behavior and clearer communication through structured Fear-Free training. Additional Certifications Animal Behavior, BA Pet First Aid & CPR Lauren king Trainer Lauren specializes in tricks, grooming and handling desensitization, puppy basics and environmental socialization, helping dogs build confidence, resilience and comfort. Additional Certifications Canine Good Citizen Evaluator

The best ways to get ahold of us are by filling out a contact form, live chat on our website, scheduling a phone call below, or *sending us a text.  The best ways to get ahold of us are by filling out this form, live chat on our website, scheduling a phone call below, or texting (833-765-1855). Email hello@scoutshonorpetretreat.com schedule a call Text (Existing Clients Only) 833-765-1855 Let's Chat First Name Last Name Email Message Send We will be in touch! Located in Downtown Bloomington Bloomington's award-winning dog boarding, daycare, grooming & training facility is conveniently placed in downtown Bloomington close to city hall, Indiana University campus, and the hospital. Located in the newly-renovated historic Bender Lumber building. Address 611 W. 11th Street STE C & D Bloomington, Indiana Opening Hours Mon - Sun 7:00 am – 10:00 am 4:00 pm – 07:00 pm

fresh start | silver Members Lock in current rates before training prices increase as we grow our nationally certified team and raise the standard of care. This spring sale is your chance to invest now while Scout’s Honor continues expanding bringing an even bigger, better future (and fresh facility!) to our pack. How to Purchase: Use our website live chat, send an e-mai l , or text our leadership team at 855-765-1855. Sale Valid through 4/30/26. Your silver member boarding deal 10% off limited time only boarding packages day camp 2.0 Hybrid Camp solo Camp $307 Value $270 4 day: Expires in 3 Months What's Included : 4 Days of Standard Boarding 10% Off Pig Ear $407 Value $360 $467 Value $424 8 day: $639 Value $839 Value $959 Value $540 Expires in 6 Months What's Included : 8 Days of Standard Boarding 10% Off Ball Pit Enrichment Kong/Toppl of the Month Pig Ear Pup Cream Cone $720 $848 16 day: Expires in 9 Months What's Included : 16 Days of Standard Boarding 10% Off Ball Pit Enrichment Barkcuterie Board Kong/Toppl of the Month Pig Ear Pup Cream Cone Puzzle Enrichment $1274 Value $1080 $1674 Value $1440 $1914 Value $1696 Policies: Pack Membership must be active while discounted package is on account. If Pack Membership is canceled while package is still active, the card on file will be charged for the discount received. 50% deposits are still required when reservations are made. The deposit will be used toward incidentals (deluxe boarding upgrade, peak travel time fees, menu items, and treats. Shortly after the end of your stay you will be contacted by a reservation specialist notifying you of how much you saved and you will have the choice to have the amount returned to the card on file or converted into store credit. Your silver member daycare deal 10% off limited time only daycare packages day camp 2.0 Hybrid Camp solo Camp 10 day: $507 Value $450 $757 Value $675 $897 Value $801 20 day: $1079 Value $1579 Value $1859 Value $900 $1,350 $1602 40 day: $2114 Value $1800 $3114 Value $2700 $3634 Value $3026 Expires in 3 Months What's Included : 10 Days of Daycare 10% Off Pig Ear Expires in 6 Months What's Included : 20 Days of Daycare 10% Off Ball Pit Enrichment Kong/Toppl of the Month KTD Ceramics Personalized Dish Gift (Mother's Day/Father's Day Inspired) Pig Ear Pup Cream Cone Expires in 9 Months What's Included : 40 Days of Daycare 10% Off Ball Pit Enrichment Barkcuterie Board Kong/Toppl of the Month KTD Ceramics Personalized Dish Gift (Mother's Day/Father's Day Inspired) Pig Ear Pup Cream Cone Puzzle Enrichment Policies: Pack Membership must be active while discounted package is on account. If Pack Membership is canceled while package is still active, the card on file will be charged for the discount received. Your silver member play & train deal *10% off limited time only training packages Price increases $10/day for Pack Members and $15/day for Non-Pack Members 12 day 24 day 48 days play & Train refresher $1140 Value $1026 $2280 Value $2052 $4560 Value $4104 Not currently a training client? Save 15% on our existing First Semester & Puppy School Programs . Price increases $20/day for the new version of these programs beginning 5/1/2026. Policies: Pack Membership must be active while discounted package is on account. If Pack Membership is canceled while package is still active, the card on file will be charged for the discount received. *Must have completed or be currently enrolled in First Semester of Play & Train to purchase these packages Your silver member private lesson deal Price increases $80/lesson for Pack Members and $85/lesson for Non-Pack Members 5 lessons 10 lesons 20 lessons $380 $760 $1520 stock up & save Policies: Pack Membership must be active while discounted package is on account. If Pack Membership is canceled while package is still active, the card on file will be charged for the discount received. *Must have completed or be currently enrolled in First Semester of Play & Train to purchase these packages

Thanksgiving | November 2025 Enrichment Theme at Scout's Honor. Multi-Award winning Dog Boarding, Dog Daycare, Dog Grooming, and Dog Training facility. Thanksgiving This month's theme: ENRICHMENT PHOTOBOOTH enrichment BUNDLE This exclusive package to entertain your pup at camp this month is ideal for enhancing a day of Day Camp 2.0 or to make a boarding stay extra special! Available for $40 for a limited time only through 11/30 or while supplies last. Add to a new reservation through the customer portal or text 833-765-1855 to add to an existing reservation. Football Fetch Your dog will go long to score a pupdown in a one-on-one football-themed fetch session while enjoying extra enrichment while at camp! Turkey Trot A Scout's Honor camp counselor will take your pup for a walk on the B-Line to take in all the sights and smells of the autumn leaves! Thanksgiving themed photos will be included in your dogs report card! Barkcuterie Board: Fall Ingredients include: butternut squash, frozen applesauce treat, beets, freeze dried lamb, pear slices, & bell pepper $50 value complete your dog's month with our matching photobooth & scent quest enrichments

BOOK NOW: Award Winning Dog Boarding, Daycare, Grooming, & Training Facility. Best of B-Town 2022 & 2023. GROWING WITH HEART Better pet care begins with people who are valued, supported and inspired. Our mission is to create better pet care for our community through enrichment by creating careers, not just paychecks, for the people taking care of your pets. Over the past five years, we have grown from a small team of 12 caregivers into a 35+ employee community built around the belief that your dog deserves the very best. Behind every great day your dog has at Camp is a team of humans that pour their hearts into their work. The people who come in each and every day are why Scout’s Honor has been voted Best of Bloomington every year since we opened our doors. Scout’s Honor is the only pet care provider in Bloomington AND the state of Indiana that starts employees at $15/hour. As the cost of living rises, we’ve made the choice to go beyond a “livable wage." We want to provide thriving wages that support the humans who care for your dogs. That means not only increasing our hourly pay, but also creating more career paths through continued education in animal care, customer service, grooming, training, media and management. We know that price increases are never easy and we want you to know exactly where that increase is going. In addition to higher wages and career investments, we’re facing increased costs in several areas: Higher Pay: Any employee who has been working at Scout’s Honor for over 12 months (this includes over 50% of our employees) will get a base pay increase based on the proposed 2026 budget for the city of Bloomington. This will increase their hourly earnings by $1.36/hour. Health Insurance: Premiums are increasing across the country and we are not immune to the rising costs. We will always offer health insurance to our full-time employees and do our part to ensure they can afford their premiums. Credit Card Processing and Software Fees: Your customer interface and our behind the scenes systems that keeps things smooth and secure. Food and supplies: Rising costs are affecting everything from training treats to cleaning products. Facility Renovations: We are beginning to reflow our facility to make better use of our now 14,000 square foot space reducing noise and improving efficiency while creating a larger grooming salon. New Facility: It is no secret that we are growing out of our current space. This has been one of our busiest years in business and our new facility will have more lodging accommodations, more service options and more daycare capacity. It is likely we will keep our existing facility open alongside our new facility which will create more job opportunities in our community. New Services: In January 2026, we will be expanding our services to include professional grooming and new enrichment options. We will continue to be committed to maintaining the same level of care, intention and excellence that you have come to trust. Non-Profit Support: We have resources our animal shelter and the local humane society can benefit from and we are pledging to always have a foster dog from our local animal shelter starting this November to provide free enrichment, grooming and training services in hopes to make them more adoptable. We are pleading to increase our volunteer involvement and our monetary donations to Monroe County Humane Association . Every dollar spent at Scout’s Honor goes back to the community, into the hands and hearts of the people who care for your dogs, into our animal shelter and humane association and into the continual improvement of the place your dogs love most outside of home. We are deeply grateful for your continued support, understanding and trust as we grow together. Together we are building change that lasts. With gratitude & wagging tails, Allison Jacobs, CEO & Co-Owner Kristen Perrus, COO & Co-Owner

Celebrate your dog on their birthday or gotcha day party with the best day ever at Scout's Honor in Bloomington, Indiana. BIRTHDAY & GOTCHA DAY PARTIES Make your pup's special day THE BEST DAY EVER with a Birthday or Gotcha Day Party at Scout's Honor! What's Included: Personalized Dog Cake Our friends at Okra and Molly will bake a cake personalized for your dog's special day. Okra and Molly is a small business in that specializes in allergy friendly & limited-ingredient baked goods for dogs. Each cake is handmade and decorated in Nashville, Tennessee. Birthday Photoshoot A commemorative photoshoot of the special pup posing in birthday/gotcha day attire with their cake includes: 1 Physical 4x6 Photo 4-6 digital photos Party with BFFs For dogs that enjoy the company of other dogs : Invite up-to three of your dog's best friends from camp to enjoy cake and a personalized Fear Free play session led by a Scout's Honor Camp Counselor. For dogs that prefer the company of our Camp Counselors : 3-5 members of our staff will dress in party hats and give your dog the best people-pooch party imaginable with bubble blowing, fetch, and snuggle time. toy & treat gift bag The celebration continues at home with toys and treats hand picked by Scout's Honor leadership . What's currently included: Birthday Lamb Chop Plush Toy Birthday Cake Crunchy Biscuits by Bocce's Bakery Birthday Bash Budder by Bark Bistro (coming soon) how to book: E-Mail our Experience Specialist at least 7 business days before the desired party day Price: FREE for Gold Pack Members $40 for Silver Pack Members $80 for Bronze Pack Members $80 for non members

Canine Enrichment at Scout's Honor. Multi Award-Winning Boarding, Daycare, Grooming, & Training Facility. The five types of enrichment naturally overlap because a single activity often engages multiple aspects of a dog’s well-being. For example, a romp in the ball bit is a scent-based foraging activity: foraging behavior satisfies nutritional and occupational needs, navigating through and walking on top of balls satisfies sensory and physical enrichment needs, and the social interaction with the caregiver during this activity satisfies the social enrichment need. Enrichment mirrors how wild canines experience the world using body, mind, and senses together. Satisfaction of all five enrichment types are nurture a dog’s physical health and emotional stability. nutritional What Stimulates natural feeding instincts though problem-solving, exploration, & sensory engagement. How Barckuterie Boards Ball Pit Chews & Treats Kongs & Topples Slow Feeders Snuffle Mats Puzzles Photobooths WHY Nutritional enrichment engages dogs’ natural foraging instincts, mental focus, and reducing boredom-related destructive behaviors. OCCUPATIONAL What Engages dogs in purposeful tasks that mimic natural working behaviors. How Agility Ball Pit Bubbles Fetch Flirt Pole Fear Free Training Puzzles Snuffle Mats WHY Occupational enrichment provides purpose and mental stimulation to reduce frustration, restlessness, and destructive behaviors. PHYSICAL What Promotes fitness and health through varied movement, exercise, and play. How Agility Climbing Structures Fetch Flirt Pole Group Play Nature Walks & Hikes Splash Pads & Pools Wobble Board WHY Physical enrichment releases energy, improves fitness, thus preventing boredom-related behaviors like chewing, digging, & hyperactivity. SENSORY What Stimulates dogs’ senses through diverse smells, sounds, textures, and sights. How Ball Pit Barkcuterie Board Fear Free Spa Group Play Music Natural Light Scent Space Storytime WHY Sensory enrichment fulfills curiosity, reduces stress, and prevents overstimulation that leads to anxious or destructive behaviors. SOCIAL What Builds social skills and confidence through positive interactions and relationships How 1-1 Enrichment Fear Free Spa Fear Free Training Group Play Group Training Pack Walks Parties Storytime WHY Social enrichment builds confidence and decreases anxiety-driven behaviors like barking, chewing, and separation distress. Anchor 1 Anchor 2 Is your dog mentally & physically Fulfilled? We are Bloomington, Indiana's only Fear Free enrichment-based facility meaning we simulate activities dogs would encounter in the wild to satisfy their physical and mental needs using only science-based positive-reinforcement dog training methods. Enrichment is a fundamental canine need that supports a dog’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Just like proper nutrition and exercise, enrichment provides essential stimulation that allows dogs to express natural behaviors, build confidence, and reduce stress or boredom. Incorporating enrichment into pet care services through agility, problem-solving activities, scent work, or group play ensures that dogs lead balanced and fulfilled lives. Every responsible pet care program views enrichment not as an optional luxury, but as a vital part of comprehensive and humane animal care. Our Hybrid Camp & Solo Camp programs provide the best balance of all five enrichment types. Learn more about the five types of enrichment and how we fulfill specific physical and mental at Scout's Honor. The 5 Types of Enrichment Transforming our Industry Meet our Co-Founders: Allison Jacobs & Kristen Perrus Allison's dogs, Scout and June, were kicked out of daycare at the facility Kristen managed. Kristen explained to Allison how dog daycare worked: there were sometimes 30 dogs in each play yard with one human to supervise the whole pack. The dogs at daycare were getting less stimulation than Allison was giving her dogs are home. Kristen explained to Allison that she tried to get her boss to allow them to incorporate enrichment into daycare, similar to zoos, but they thought it wasn't worth the extra expense. Allison and Kristen grew to become close friends while Allison grew her in-home pet sitting business. They volunteered for a non-profit dog rescue together fostering, training, and rehoming over 70 dogs together. In August of 2020 Kristen quit her job out of frustration: she couldn't make an impact on the well-being of the animals in her care under boss. Kristen drove to Allison's house afterwards to discuss what she was going to do next. Allison and Kristen decided to use their excess free time the pandemic provided them to expand Allison's in-home business together into facility services. Allison and Kristen's business model quickly gained international attention. They pushed the dog daycare industry forward by taking better care of animals and the humans caring for them. In their time outside of Scout's Honor, Allison and Kristen speak at international conferences educating their peers on the benefits of enrichment for animals, business, and employees. Want to learn more? "At Scout’s Honor we do things differently,” says Allison Jacobs, owner of Scout’s Honor Pet Retreat in Bloomington, Indiana. “We focus on individualized animal enrichment and on the people who are taking care of the pets. This all goes together hand in hand.” “Not only did we see the need for personalized pet care, but we also saw a need for our employees to be paid adequately and receive the benefits they deserve,” explains Allison. “We often hear that a trade-off for working with dogs is that you don’t get health insurance, paid time off, or other basic benefits you could get if you worked at places like Wal-Mart or Target. We have seen that push some amazing employees in other pet care businesses out of the industry. We knew that if our employees received adequate pay and benefits, we could retain them and grow them into experts in pet care. That was a big drive for us, helping make animal careers for people instead of just giving them a job." Read our cover story Sources Thank you to the doctors, scientists, veterinarians, and zoologists for documenting the positive effects of enrichment in animal handling for the past century. The sources listed below were used to better the lives of animals, better the lives of animal caretakers, create this webpage, create our staff training programs, and so much more. Enrich U Natural Encounters Ohio State University Purdue University The Zoo Scientist