{"id":28611,"date":"2018-06-26T18:46:20","date_gmt":"2018-06-26T18:46:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dolphinaris.com\/?p=28611"},"modified":"2019-12-11T21:24:44","modified_gmt":"2019-12-11T21:24:44","slug":"dolphinaris-receives-certificate-from-american-humane-conservation-for-high-care-standards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dolphinaris.com\/dolphinaris-receives-certificate-from-american-humane-conservation-for-high-care-standards\/","title":{"rendered":"Dolphinaris receives certificate from American Humane Conservation for high care standards"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dolphinaris receives certificate from American Humane Conservation for high care standards<\/strong><\/p>\n

Once again, Dolphinaris is very proud to announce that another professional organization has taken notice of our high standards for dolphin care.<\/p>\n

Last time, in it was the European Association for Aquatic Mammals (EAAM) awarding us a certification in 2016.<\/a><\/p>\n

This time, it was the American Human Conservation (AHC)<\/a> who has awarded us a certification for the humane treatment and welfare of our dolphins.<\/p>\n

Want to know more?<\/p>\n

Read further and get all the details you need about this prestigious recognition.<\/p>\n

Who is American Human Conservation?<\/h2>\n

According to the AHC, they are a program that:<\/p>\n

\u201cenforces rigorous, evidence-based standards of comprehensive animal welfare, developed by an independent Scientific Advisory Committee comprised of world-renowned leaders in the fields of animal science, animal behavior, animal ethics, and conservation.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

But it\u2019s not only that\u2026<\/p>\n

They are also verified through an independent auditor.<\/p>\n

The AHC is actually the first organization \u201csolely devoted to helping verify the humane treatment of animals living in zoos, aquariums, and conservation centers across the globe.\u201d<\/p>\n

Which Dolphinaris locations have been awarded?<\/h2>\n

All five locations (Cancun, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, Barcelo, & Tulum) in the Riviera Maya, Mexico have been awarded.<\/p>\n

Why was Dolphinaris selected by the AHC?<\/h2>\n

Dolphinaris takes pride in being more than a dolphinarium. It\u2019s why it founded the Dolphinaris Foundation for research, education, and conservation of marine mammals.<\/p>\n

This strong dedication to marine mammals and dolphins, in particular, is reflected in our high standard of care.<\/p>\n

As the AHC put it, Dolphinaris shows:<\/p>\n

\u201cthe highest standards of humane, verifiable and transparent animal care demonstrates to the public their leadership as a responsible steward of the remarkable animals living under their care.”<\/em><\/p>\n

How does the AHC conduct their investigation?<\/h2>\n

The AHC performs a thorough examination that covers animal care from all different facets.<\/p>\n

This includes verifying:<\/p>\n

\u201cthe many dimensions of animal welfare and well-being, with areas of evaluation including: excellent health and housing; positive social interactions within groups of animals, as well as between animals and handlers; safe and stimulating environments, with concern for factors such as appropriate lighting, sound levels, air quality, and thermoregulation; and evidence of thorough preparation and protocols established to prevent and manage medical or operational emergencies.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Just take one visit to any Dolphinaris property and you will personally see, this is a different dolphinarium that shows only the utmost respect for its dolphins!<\/p>\n