Maia and Guillermina Both Want Foot Work

Lately, Guillermina and Bambi have been attempting to share time getting foot work done. Their “competition” for attention is both charming and funny. Until now, Guille has reserved that type of play for Bambi, leaving the others to their own checkups and foot work.

However, today when we started doing foot treatments on Guille, Maia walked over. This was curious because Scott had placed some hay to the side specifically for Maia, but she walked over to Scott and Guille having not touched her food. Almost immediately, Maia put her foot on the fence, indicating that she also wanted her foot trimmed – just like Guille was. So, Scott started working on her feet, just to engage with her a little. Maia doesn’t get the same number of treatments and foot work as some of the other girls because she’s hearty and healthy and doesn’t need much in the way of daily medical care, though she does get regular checkups.

Guillermina stayed while Maia was getting her feet attended to, still interested in her own foot treatment. We hold elephants’ noses sometimes when we’re giving them care and, at one point, Scott was holding Maia’s trunk with Guille’s just on top. Guille put her leg up on the fence, just as Maia was doing, reflecting what she’s learned so far. Maia began taking a nap, which she’s known for, so Guillermina decided she might take a light snooze as well. Both elephants ended up receiving interaction with caregivers and extra food rewards, which seems to be at least part of what they wanted. We may also be seeing a simple desire for companionship between the two.

Comments(21)

Christine Strickling says
October 23, 2023 at 2:17 pm
Love these two! This picture should be on a calendar.
Suzanne Eaton says
October 23, 2023 at 2:17 pm
They are adorable and charming. ❤️❤️🐘🐘
Pamela Hall says
October 23, 2023 at 2:18 pm
How great! Progress in friendship and care. Your loving care is reaping such great rewards!!
Kenneth B. Newman says
October 23, 2023 at 2:29 pm
Now they need some male companionship!!!! Bring Tamy home to GSE !!!! So Guille can better know her father…….
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  Sara says
  October 23, 2023 at 2:39 pm
  He’s not ready for transport yet. As soon as he’s properly trained, we’ll bring him home.
Melinda says
October 23, 2023 at 2:37 pm
How adorable that they are competing for the attention of their carers! It’s even more important, to Maia at least, than food! Btw, I love my pedicures too!
Carol says
October 23, 2023 at 2:37 pm
This is beyond adorable and they are so smart! Unbelievable! Love them so. 💗💗
Barb says
October 23, 2023 at 2:52 pm
Such a beautiful and funny riot! “She who must not be outdone”! 🥰
John says
October 23, 2023 at 3:24 pm
My what big feet they have! This gives the proper perspective on their size. Amazing.
Lori Hoover says
October 23, 2023 at 3:32 pm
I would have a hard time picking which action sounds the cutest here, but the picture does make it all very clear. It sounds like one of the sweetest interactions during footwork………ever, LOL I’m not sure if it’s the angles in the photo or what, but Scott looks extra small next to these two ladies. E’xtra, extra small, and the girls look extra cute with double duty footwork between friends. Thank you for sharing this story and the photo with us.
Carolyn Clarke says
October 23, 2023 at 5:09 pm
A little bit of jealousy happening for Scott’ attention maybe? 😊
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  Sara says
  October 23, 2023 at 5:15 pm
  It’s always possible. They just seem to want to play with one another this way.
Charlotte Hansen says
October 23, 2023 at 5:17 pm
Too funny! I think they both have a crush on Scott!
Lynne Russert says
October 23, 2023 at 7:18 pm
Tooooo sweet!!🩷
Patricia says
October 23, 2023 at 7:32 pm
Just when you think they can’t get any cuter and goofier! They are SO smart, adorable, hilarious. 💞💞💞💞💞
Tammy says
October 23, 2023 at 9:21 pm
I love it Guillermina is too funny, possibly a lil green eyed monster has found its way or she wants to be part of the cool kids club either way its adorable, sending big hugs to all 🤗💞
Terry says
October 23, 2023 at 11:40 pm
Precious!!!!
Maureen says
October 23, 2023 at 11:55 pm
This is like “break the internet” level cuteness!!! These girls are so adorable. Don’t be surprised when you have all 3 of them lined up for foot treatments – hahaha
Debbie Sides says
October 24, 2023 at 5:34 am
Oh my goodness they’re just the cutest! Snoozing together, pedicure together 🥰💚
Wim says
October 24, 2023 at 6:07 am
The famous foot work party. Their daily growth is really adorable and amazing. Becoming quite the sanctuary family.
Sevda Cenkci says
October 24, 2023 at 9:20 am
I love them so much

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