Animal Care Workers Show The Clever Tricks They Use To Weigh Different Animals (40 Pics)

Weighing animals is critical as it helps us keep a check on their health at different stages of their growth. But just like human babies, animals also don’t find the scales to be a pleasant experience. So, animal care workers have to find ways to lure them onto the scales. Even if it means using underhanded tricks.

One of the reasons why animals dislike these sessions is because the scales are unfamiliar to them. Since they’re not familiar with the device, they tend to be cautious and feel uneasy when they’re on the weighing platform. Animals tend to hate the hanging-type of scales more because they find the process uncomfortable. But as we said earlier, weighing them is important to ensure they’re in tiptop condition. Malnourishment and obesity are some of the most common health issues with animals. And one of the best ways to detect the signs is by monitoring their weight at least twice a year.

 

People Are Sharing Clever Tricks For Weighing Animals

weighing animals koala tree limb
Kangaroo Island Koala and Wildlife Rescue Centre

In order to make them feel more comfortable on the weighing scales, some care workers often use plastic tubs. By putting them in these familiar containers, they feel safe and secure, practically unaware of the device they’re currently on.

They are even allowed to take their favorite toys with them to further distract them from what’s really happening. And to be honest, weighing them in their comfiest positions is the cutest thing we’ve ever seen. From a cuddly panda lounging in a plastic tub like a boss, to a cute koala bear snuggling with a stuffed koala and even a charming owl wrapped in a cozy blanket like a burrito. That unsuspecting look on their faces is quite priceless.

weighing animals owl burrito
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weighing animals baby giraffe carried
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So, animal care workers are sharing some of their clever tricks to make animals get onto the scales. These tricks may come in handy particularly for pet owners who wish to monitor their pet’s weight on a regular basis.

baby otter being weighted
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baby rockhopper penguin being weighted
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baby cougar being weighted
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weighing animals bucket sheep
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young zebra getting weighted
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tiny toad getting weighted
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wild sloth inside cage being weighted
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weighing animals baby orangutan
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baby bat in tiny plastic container being weighted
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weighing animals lion cub
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baby koala with a stuffed toy getting weighted
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dog in a hanging bag getting weighted
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kitten on plastic container getting weighted
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weighing animals baby stingray
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tiger cub in plastic tub getting weighted
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baby porcupine getting weighted
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hedgehog in a plastic pitcher getting weighted
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weighing animals prairie dog
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baby red panda in a plastic tub getting weighted
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baby jaguar getting weighted
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weighing animals duckling in plastic cup
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weighing animals turtle upside down on a can
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sea pupper gets weighted
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weighing animals baby hummingbird in a cupcake mold
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baby cheetah gets weighted
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weighing animals tired dog
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weighing animals baby penguin in a glass bowl
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baby lemur gets weighted
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weighing animals box trick
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puppy in a plastic pitcher getting weighted
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penguins getting weighted trick with fish
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baby pygmy slow loris getting weighted
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