If you’re having a rough day, why not unwind with these capybaras at playtime? Pine Meadow Farm shared the most adorable video of their fuzzy friends enjoying a Jolly Ball from Horsemen’s Pride. This interactive toy was filled with hay, which meant that these critters had to work for their snack. Not only did the animals love their tasty treat, but they also had fun eating it!
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In the clip, two capybaras shared a Jolly Ball stuffed with hay. They looked totally blissful as they ripped chunks of dried grass out of the toy to crunch on. Each bite sent the ball bouncing or rolling away so that the creatures had to chase after it. Good food and good exercise — what’s not to like? You can watch the video here.
Commenters loved watching these peaceful capybaras eating their snack. One person especially loved hearing their gentle chewing noises.
“Best ASMR!” they wrote.
Another user added, “Love to see them both just munching away.”
Even Horsemen’s Pride, the company that sent the farm a Jolly Ball, chimed in.
“Now this is what we needed to see today!” they said.
This farm provides plenty of enrichment for their animals.
Earlier, Pine Meadow Farms posted an unboxing video of all the interactive products that the brand had sent them. They received a variety of fun toys for all of their animals, not just the capybaras! After opening the package, the farmers decided to test out the items on their four-legged friends. Resident bulls, donkeys, and goats all seemed to love their new playthings! Watch the clip here.
Just like food and water, animals need enrichment in order to thrive. According to The Livestock Project, creatures in captivity often require a little encouragement to engage in healthy behaviors that would come naturally to them in the wild. So, it’s important to provide them with toys and activities that promote these habits!
It looks like the caregivers at Pine Meadow Farms are doing a great job keeping their capybaras and other animals occupied.
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