Behavior
The Foundation Animal Behavior Team is dedicated to advancing the behavior and care of marine mammals by using the most advanced and humane training techniques that build confidence in the animal and precision in the desired behaviors. Our team enables trained marine mammals to swim freely in open ocean water and to participate in full and voluntary health exams.Dolphin Behavior
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DOLPHIN TRAINING & CARE
Our philosophy is to first build a strong foundation of trust and mutual respect. We continue to build on this throughout each animal’s life. (more) >>
Sea Lion Behavior
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Sea Lion Training
To protect the health of sea lions, important husbandry behaviors that we help train include voluntary blood draws, teeth brushing, mouth exams, eye exams, and ultra sound exams. (more) >>
Spotlight
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Navy dolphins provide voluntary blood and in-water ultrasound examinations
National Public Radio’s Science Friday featured how Navy marine mammals participate in their own health care. This level of care is thanks to the outstanding training provided by NMMF trainers. (more) >>