Deer are notoriously difficult to keep healthy in captivity and many zoos and wildlife parks have problems with sick and dying deer. In the wild deer have to worry about predators diseases and starvation but in captivity they are usually protected from these things. However they can still get sick and die from stress poor nutrition and lack of exercise.
There are a few things that you can do to try to keep your deer healthy in captivity. First you need to make sure that they have a large enough enclosure. Deer need to be able to run and jump so the enclosure should be at least 10 acres. If you can’t provide an enclosure that large you should at least provide a large fenced area where the deer can roam freely.
Second you need to provide a healthy diet for your deer. Deer are browsers and eat a variety of plants. In the wild they would eat leaves twigs buds and flowers. You should try to provide a variety of plants for your deer to eat. You can buy hay or browse from a local nursery.
Third you need to make sure that your deer have access to fresh water. Deer need to drink a lot of water so you should provide a fresh water source for them. A water trough or a kiddie pool filled with fresh water will work.
Fourth you need to provide some sort of shelter for your deer. Deer are used to living in forests so they will need a place to get out of the sun and wind. You can build a simple shed or buy a deer hut.
Finally you need to provide some sort of enrichment for your deer. This can be anything that will keep them active and engaged. You can buy commercial deer toys or make your own. Enrichment is important because it will help to reduce stress and boredom in your deer.
If you follow these tips you should be able to keep your deer healthy and happy in captivity.
How do you get health in deer simulator?
Answer 1: By eating food items such as berries mushrooms and acorns.
