Original artwork created by Grayling while on a mental break from babysitting his two young pasture-mates.
Completely unique and more than a little abstract, this original work of art was hoof (and snout)-made by sweet Grayling, the 18-year-old musk ox bull.
Creating unique pieces of art is a form of animal enrichment. Enrichment gives animals mental and physical stimulation and gives them more opportunities to practice natural behaviors in a safe and positive way. They are definitely not starving artists. There were lots of extra treats for motivation to explore their creative side. These one-of-a-kind paintings are fun for the musk oxen and help support their care.
Paintings created by our artistic musk oxen involves a canvas or paper placed inside a waterproof bag with different colors of nontoxic paint. We then put feed on top of the bag. This gives the musk oxen new textures to explore. It also provides a new smell, sound, and environment where they receive their treats. Each musk ox interacts with their enrichment differently: some push it aside and some paw at the new item in their world.
Details:
Unframed 8" x 8" canvas. Also included are a photo and bio of your musk ox artist. Colors may vary due to differences in screen monitors.
