Frank
Basics to me, means to provide an environment in which the animal can maintain a healthy physical (biological) life. I'm yet to gain the knowledge of their mental being, when in captivity. I don't think we (most of us) can replicate what nature provides in their daily lives. In nature, it's up to them to see if they survive. In captivity, they rely on us for everything. If we provide them with what they know how to use, however limited, they then do have some choices to make; but even at that, it will not compare. Just my thoughts.

Life events. Could you elaborate. Thanks

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• What is your goal/reason for keeping? - grimly, Sun Nov 11 11:00:51 2007
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