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Environmental Enrichment Suppliers and ProductsCompiled by: |
This document provides current information on environmental enrichment products and suppliers for people who are looking to acquire enrichment items for animals in captive settings. Mention of commercial enterprises or brand names does not constitute endorsement or imply preference by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Alpha Toys.
Online: http://www.alphagenesisinc.com/pages/alpha-toys.htm
Tel: 843-589-5190 ext. 20; Fax: 843-589-5290
E-mail: info@alphagenesisinc.com
Description: An Ebay web store by Alpha Genesis Incorporated that sells animal enrichment items to enhance quality of life as well as physical and psychological health and well-being.
Alternative Design Manufacturing and Supply, Inc.
Online: http://www.altdesign.com
Contact Information:
3055 Cheri Whitlock, P. O. Box 6330 Siloam Springs Arkansas 72761-6330 USA
Tel: 1-800-320-2459; Fax: 479-524-4210
E-mail: mail@altdesign.com
Description: Manufactures an enrichment device for mice called The Club HouseTM. Also produces caging for all laboratory animals.
Ancare.
Online: http://www.ancare.com
Contact Information:
2647 Grand Avenue, P. O. Box 814 Bellmore New York 11710-0814 USA
Tel: 1-800-645-6379; Fax: 516-781-4937
E-mail: information.please@ancare.com
Description: Supplier of animal care equipment and materials including Nestlets, a rodent nesting material.
Animal Capture Equipment, Inc.
Tel: 1-866-339-9960
E-mail: sales@ace-cap.com
Description: Designs handling equipment with the safety of both the animal and handler in mind. Also manufactures animal training equipment and enrichment items.
Online: http://www.animalcaresystems.com/index.shtml
Contact Information:
1460 W. Canal Court, Suite 101 Littleton Colorado 80120 USA
Tel: 720-283-0177 or 1-888-827-3861; Fax: 720-283-0179
Description: Manufactures special mouse cages that incorporate enrichment in the design (M.I.C.E. cages = Microenvironmental-Isolation-Containment-Enrichment). A list of suppliers all over the world is listed on their website under Contact Us.
Animal Specialties and Provisions.
Online: http://www.animalspecialties.biz/default.asp
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 45, Quakertown Pennsylvania 18951 USA
Tel: 215-804-0144 ; Fax: 215-804-0148
E-mail: info@animalspecialties.biz
Description: Manufacturer of environmental enrichment devices for nonhuman primates, dogs, cats, rabbits, and rodents. Devices include foraging balls and trays, gnawing sticks, mirrors, and dumbbells. Also produces feeds and bedding products for numerous species.
Applied Animal Enrichments, LLC.
Online: http://www.horseballs.com/
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 2610, Kensington Maryland 20891 USA
Tel: 301-365-1265; Fax: 301-365-1267
E-mail: service@horseballs.com
Description: Makers of genuine Horseballs® products including the Eggbutt Horseball, the Two bar Stall Ball, and the Pasture Pal, an animal-activated feed dispenser. Dealer locator information is provided on the Locations tab from the homepage.
Aspen Pet Products, Inc.
Online: http://www.aspenpet.com/
Contact Information:
4735 N. Florence Street, Denver Colorado 80238 USA
Tel: 303-375-1001; Fax: 303-375-7592
Description: Developer of innovative pet supplies and distributor of many brands including Booda, Snuffy’s, and Aspen Pet. The Booda product line includes dog, cat, and bird chew and play toys.
Aussie Dog Products.
Online: http://www.aussiedog.com.au
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 308, Ferntree Gully Victoria 3156 Australia
Tel: +61 3 9752 3336; Fax: +61 3 9758 3020
E-mail: aussiedog@aussiedog.com.au
Description: Manufacturer of purpose-built, safe, durable toys and products for all animals, especially dogs, horses, and a growing range of zoo animals including nonhuman primates.
B&K Universal Limited.
Online: http://www.bku.com/
Contact Information:
Grimston, Aldbrough Hull HU11 4QE England
Tel: +44 (0)1964 527555; Fax: +44 (0)1964 527006
Description: "B&K offer a wide range of products specially designed to enrich your animals' environment and allow the animal to perform its full repertoire of normal behaviour." These include: BeeKay Happi-Mat, QC Chew Blocks, Mouse House, QC Nest Wool, Forage Boxes, and Play Tubes. The company also supplies BeeKay brand feeds and bedding.
BH, Inc.
Online: http://www.bhenrich.com/
Contact Information:
1302 9th Street, Wheatland Wyoming 82201 USA
Tel: 307-322-4040; Fax: 307-322-4141
Description: Produces nonhuman primate caging that comes with Environ-Richment® Entertainment Panels that provide increased possibilities for manipulation, novel visual stimulation and foraging opportunities.
Big Dutchman International GmbH.
Online: http://www.bigdutchman.de
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 11 63, D-49360 Vechta Germany
Tel: +49(0)4447/801-0; Fax: +49(0)4447/801-237
E-mail: big@bigdutchman.de
Description: Designer and manufacturer of feeding and housing systems for pigs and poultry. Manufacturer of Floopi, the animal-friendly flooring system for healthy sows and piglets. Also a developer of Aviplus, a comfort system for layers that includes a perch, nest and litter bath.
Bio-Serv.
Online: http://www.bio-serv.com
Contact Information:
One 8th Street, Suite One Frenchtown New Jersey 08825 USA
Tel: 908-996-2155 or 1-800-996-9908; Fax: 908-996-4123
E-mail: techserv@bio-serv.com; sales@bio-serv.com
Description: Produces and distributes edible enrichment treats, enrichment devices, and custom and special needs diets for all laboratory animal species. Primate enrichment products include balls, shake-a-treat devices, mirrors, Kong rubber toys, and other manipulanda. Most products are certified contaminant screened.
Boomer Ball®.
Online: http://www.boomerball.com/
Contact Information:
Tel: 847-546-6125; Fax: 847-546-6185
E-mail: info@boomerball.com
Description: Supplier of non-toxic heavy-duty polyethylene plastic balls, mazes, ice floes and other devices for animals from small mammals to large carnivores and apes.
Braden Industries, Inc.
Online: http://www.milkbar.co.nz/home3.htm
Contact Information:
Rt 2, Box 10 Sulphur Springs Texas 75482 USA
Tel: 1-800-272-3361; Fax: 903-439-1814
E-mail: braden@bluebonnet.net
Description: Manufacturer of the Braden Start Dry Feed Bottle that allows calves to be weaned to dry feed by suckling a rubber nipple and receiving pelleted feed rather than liquid. Distributer of Milkbar products (including the Milkbar Nipple) in North America.
Carter2 Systems, Incorporated.
Online: http://www.csimfg.com
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 6206, Beaverton Oregon 97007 USA
Tel: 503-844-4220 or 1-800-255-7553; Fax: 503-844-9508
Description: Specializes in nonhuman primate housing, transfer cages and environmental enrichment. Enrichment options include vertical tunnels, play cages, ladders, treat boxes, gym sets and ferris wheels.
Cedar River Laboratories.
Online: http://www.cedarriverlaboratories.com
Contact Information:
P.O Box 1462, Mason City Iowa 50402-1462 USA
Tel: 1-800-323-4858; Fax: 641-228-4455
E-mail: info@cedarriverlaboratories.com
Description: Producers of VersaCages. Cages can be used in the laboratory, clinic, or kennel; are easy to clean and virtually indestructible; and provide flexibility in design. One design features viewing windows.
Dura-Cast Products, Inc.
Online: http://www.duracast.com
Contact Information:
16160 Highway 27, Lake Wales Florida 33859 USA
Tel: 863-638-3200 or 1-800-683-4116; Fax: 863-638-2443
E-mail: dzwicker@duracast.com
Description: Manufactures a line of enrichment products call Dura-ToysTM that were developed to provide stimulation, exercise, and a healthy outlet for aggression. Items include solid balls, treat-dispensing balls, barrels, large floating saucers, bergs and blocks.
Ethical Products, Inc.
Online: http://www.ethicalpet.com/
Contact Information:
27 Federal Plaza, Bloomfield New Jersey 07003 USA
Tel: 1-800-223-7768; Fax: 973-707-0701
E-mail: cs@ethicalpet.com
Description: This manufacturer's site is designed for distributors and dealers in the pet industry. Manufacturer of soft plush, latex, and vinyl toys for pets including SPOTBITES for dogs and SPOTNIPS for cats.
Horsemen's Pride Incorporated.
Online: http://www.horsemenspride.com/
Contact Information:
10008 State Route 43, Streetsboro Ohio 44241 USA
Tel: 1-800-232-7950 or 330-626-5039 (local); Fax: 330-626-5092
E-mail: cservice@horsemenspride.com
Description: Producer of equine play products such as Jolly Ball, Jolly Apple, and the Amazing Graze, a treat dispensing toy. Jolly Pets, Inc., a subsidiary of Horsemen's Pride, also produces a line of zoo enrichment devices and toys for pets.
Jack's Manufacturing, Inc.
Online: http://www.jacksmfg.com
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 430, 2250 Kenskill Avenue Washington Ohio 43160-0430 USA
Tel: 877-335-5121 or 740-335-5121 (international); Fax: 877-335-3731 or 740-335-3731 (international)
E-mail: info@jacksmfg.com
Description: In addition to horse clothing and accessories, manufactures the Pas-A-Fier (under Stall Supplies - http://www.jacksmfg.com/details.asp?product_id=258), a stall device to reduce boredom related problems such as cribbing and wood chewing. Dealer information can be found under the Retailers button at the top of the page.
Jansen Poultry Equipment.
Online: http://www.jpe.org/
Contact Information:
Harselaarseweg 32, 3771 MB Barneveld Holland
Tel: 0031- 342-427000; Fax: 0031-342-427001
Description: Manufacturer of Jansen automatic roll-away nests for hens. The shape, color, and floor material of the nest have been chosen according to the latest research in bird behavior. Also produces an enriched aviary system for chicken houses to provide optimum welfare of the birds and good working conditions for the farmers.
Lab Products Inc.
Online: http://www.labproductsinc.com/
Contact Information:
742 Sussex Avenue, P. O. Box 639 Seaford Delaware 19973 USA
Tel: 302-628-4300 or 1-800-526-0469; Fax: 302-628-4309
E-mail: info@labproductsinc.com
Description: Designs and manufactures laboratory animal housing and care equipment. Primate Enrichment System cages allow flexibility in housing options with removable panels. Cat colony caging allows group housing for felines.
Landmeco A/S.
Online: http://www.landmeco.dk/
Contact Information:
Haulundvej 14, DK-6870 Olgod Denmark
Tel: +45 7524 5511; Fax: +45 7524 4353
E-mail: landmeco@landmeco.dk
Description: Manufacturer of the Landmeco Nests. Each roll-away nest contains six nest pads that provide the hens with a warm and comfortable laying area.
The Leather Elves.
Online: http://www.theleatherelves.com/
Contact Information:
43 Mutton Lane, Weymouth Massachusettes 02189 USA
Tel: 781-331-8557;
E-mail: BIRDELVES@aol.com
Description: The Leather Elves makes safe and durable toys for birds. Their new zoo line includes larger toys for carnivores, ungulates, and primates, such as primate puzzles and carousel feeders.
Lenderking Metal Products.
Online: http://www.lenderking.com/
Contact Information:
8370 Jumpers Hole RoadMillersville, Maryland 21108 USA
Tel: 410-544-8795; Fax: 410-544-5069
E-mail: sales@lenderking.com
Description: Makers of specialty laboratory caging for all species. Primate cages include grooming bars and options for socialization. Rabbit cages contain a bar from which to hang enrichment devices and optional nesting box.
Lillico Biotechnology.
Contact Information:
PO Box 35, Bethworth Surrey RH3 7YF United Kingdom
Tel: +44 1737 247666; Fax: +44 1737 246783
E-mail: saleslillico@aol.com
Description: Supplier of enrichment supplies for laboratory animals including nesting material, specialty foods, and aspen chew blocks. Manufactures and supplies GLP disposable rodent homes. European agents for Lomir PET products and Bio Serv enrichment products.
Lomir Primate Enrichment Technologies.
Online: http://lomir.com/pet/
Contact Information:
99 East Main Street, Malone New York 12953 USA
Tel: 1-877-425-3604; Fax: 518-483-8195
E-mail: info@lomir.com
Description: Producers of unique primate enrichment devices made of durable opaque polypropylene. Devices are designed to increase foraging time. Also has offices in Quebec, Canada.
MyTrainingStore.com.
Online: http://www.mytrainingstore.com/
Contact Information:
215 Daffodil Road, Southern Pines North Carolina 28387 USA
Tel: 910-246-6263 ; Fax: 910-692-8799
E-mail: info@mytrainingstore.com
Description: Suppliers of training supplies such as clickers, whistles, and lanyards, and distributor of Active Minds Enrichment Gear (AMEG). The toys are durable enough for all types of animals and come in unique colors and shapes. They can customize each shape according to your needs.
Nalge Nunc International.
Online: http://www.nalgenelabware.com/
Contact Information:
International Department, 75 Panorama Creek Drive Rochester NY 14625 USA
Tel: 1-800-625-4327; Fax: 585-586-8987
E-mail: nnics@nalgenunc.com
Description: Manufactures a polycarbonate Mouse House that sits in the corner of a cage. Information can be found under cages and accessories in the products section of the Nalgene Labware site.
Nylabone Products.
Online: http://www.nylabone.com
Contact Information:
1 TFH Plaza, 3rd & Union Avenues Neptune City New Jersey 07753 USA
Tel: 1-800-631-2188;
E-mail: info@nylabone.com
Description: Manufacturer of Nylabone, Nylaballs, Gumabone Plaque Attacker, Gumabone tugs, and Gumadisc Flying Disc chew toys for dogs and other animals, including nonhuman primates.
Otto Environmental, LLC.
Online: http://www.ottoenvironmental.com
Contact Information:
6914 N. 124th Street, Milwaukee Wisconsin 53224 USA
Tel: 414-358-1001; Fax: 414-358-9035
E-mail: jeff@ottoenvironmental.com
Description: Supplier and manufacturer of enrichment products, foraging devices, caging, transport boxes, and other equipment for all species. Products manufactured by Otto Environmental include the ZoyTM, Bingo BallTM, and the HammockTM. The company works closely with laboratory and zoo facilities and is the exclusive distributor of Aussie Dog Products in the USA.
PharmaServ.
Online: http://www.pharmaserv.net/
Contact Information:
223 Arlington Street, Framingham Massachusetts 01702 USA
Tel: 508-405-4449 or 1-877-522-3438; Fax: 508-405-4413
E-mail: info@pharmaserv.net
Description: Distributor of laboratory animal food, bedding and environmental enrichment products including nestlets, shepherd shacks, mouse hut shelters, alpha nests and pads, enviro-dri, corn husk nesting material, and chinchilla dust baths.
Plexx.
Online: http://www.plexx.nl
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 86, AB ELST 6660 The Netherlands
Tel: +31 481 377797; Fax: +31 481 377910
E-mail: info@plexx.nl
Description: Supplier of laboratory animal products, including environmental enrichment items for dogs, cats, nonhuman primates, rodents, rabbits, ferrets, and swine. Enrichment products information is found in the section on Cages and Racks.
Primate Products, Inc.
Online: http://www.primateproducts.com/
Contact Information:
PO Box 620415, Woodside California 94062 USA
Tel: 650-529-0419; Fax: 650-851-1763
E-mail: corporate@primateproducts.com
Description: Supplier of Kong Toys which are autoclavable hollow toys that are durable enough to withstand rough handling and biting. They can also be filled with treats. Recommended for primates, canines, pigs, and rodents. Also manufactures mirrors, puzzle and nutra-toss foraging devices, and primahedrons that can be used to enrich housing for all species.
RENCO.
Online: http://www.renco-netting.co.uk/
Contact Information:
Unit K1A Bath Road, Trading Estate Stroud Gloucester GL5 3QF United Kingdom
Tel: 01453 752 154; Fax: 01453 752 155
E-mail: sales@renco-netting.co.uk
Description: Manufacturer of electric netting for free range poultry. Offers protection from predators and provides bird control. Also manufactures netting for pigs, rabbits, sheep, and goats.
Rotonics Manufacturing, Inc.
Online: http://www.rotonics.com/
Contact Information:
17022 So. Figueroa Street, Gardena California 90248 USA
Tel: 310-327-5401; Fax: 310-323-9567
E-mail: corporate@rotonics.com
Description: Manufactures large plastic balls, small animal houses (Critter Castles and Critter Spheres), and resting platforms for kennels.
Sanctuary Supplies.
Online: http://www.sanctuarysupplies.com/
Tel: 877-886-1992;
E-mail: kathy@sanctuarysupplies.com
Description: Supplier of hard to find supplies needed by animal sanctuaries, zoos, rescues, and shelters. Products include enrichment devices, cleaning items, and housing supplies for all animal species.
Scanbur BK A/S.
Online: http://www.scanbur-bk.com/
Contact Information:
Siloveg 16-18, Karlslunde DK-2690 Denmark
Tel: +45 56 86 56 00; Fax: +45 56 82 14 05
E-mail: info-dk@scanbur-bk.com
Description: Manufacturer of environmentally enriched caging systems for rabbits and rats. The rabbit cages allow for single, pair, or group housing of rabbits. Each cage contains a resting shelf and shelter and comes with a gnawing/chin-marking wood block to be mounted on the door. The rat cages include shelters and ladders for climbing and hiding and are large enough to allow for social housing. Scanbur also markets Happi-Mats and Sizzle Nests as nesting material for rodents. Exclusive distributor of SDS diets in Scandinavia.
Shepherd Specialty Papers.
Online: http://www.ssponline.com/
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 64, Watertown Tennessee 37184 USA
Tel: 1-800-382-5001; Fax: 615-237-3267
E-mail: info@ssponline.com
Description: Manufacturer of ALPHA-dri (alpha cellulose) which is a loose animal bedding of precisely defined composition. Also produce Enviro-Dri which is a bedding developed for pen-housed primates, large animals, and canines. Enviro-Dri is also recommended for the nesting of all animals. Finally, manufactures Shepherd Shacks®, designed as a mouse house that can also be chewed and used as nesting material.
Steiner Enterprises, Inc.
Online: http://www.steineronline.com/
Contact Information:
2780 Conservation Club Road, Lafayette Indiana 47905 USA
Tel: 765-429-6409; Fax: 765-429-5795
Description: Manufactures enrichment products for animals including nonhuman primate foraging balls, foraging ball loaders, tube style foraging feeders, primate perches, biscuit feeders, rodent shelters, and rattles. Custom designs are also accepted and manufactured.
Tapvei Oy.
Contact Information:
Vaikkojoentie 33, Kortteinen 73620 Finland
Tel: +358 17 581 0966; Fax: +358 17 581 0967
E-mail: tapvei.info@tapvei.com
Description: Manufacturer of Tapvei aspen bedding and items for cage enrichment. Environmental enrichment products include nest material and a large variety of objects made of Aspen wood. Cubes, tunnels, stairs, corners, and bricks are a few examples of objects that are suitable for rodents, ferrets, and rabbits.
W.F. Fisher and Son, Inc.
Online: http://www.wffisher.com/
Contact Information:
220 Evans Way, Suite #1 Somerville New Jersey 08876 USA
Tel: 908-707-4050;
Description: A distributor of Laboratory Animal Diets, Bedding, and Enrichment for the metropolitan New York, New Jersey and Connecticut area. Distributes Neslets, Napa NectarTM, Shepard Specialty Papers products and Bio-Serv products.
The Animal Welfare Information Center,
awic@nal.usda.gov
http://www.nal.usda.gov/awic/enrichment/suppliers.htm
January 26, 2007