The Bauru Zoo in São Paulo, Brazil, is dedicated to providing enhanced care for its elderly animal residents. Their routine involves a committed team performing preventive exams, offering medications discreetly embedded in the animals' food, and constantly monitoring their health conditions. Director Samantha Pereira details how this multi-faceted approach is essential in ensuring the comfort and quality of life for aging animals.

Beyond preventive medicine, the daily care routine is spearheaded by a team of zookeepers, biologists, and nutritionists. They closely observe changes in eating habits or any behavioral shifts to ensure that each animal's specific needs are met. Their efforts include routine nutritional management which is overseen by two zookeepers who design tailored feeding programs to enhance the well-being of the animals.

In addition to the specialized care for older animals, the zoo has welcomed 14 births in 2024, including several endangered species, emphasizing the importance of conservation and breeding programs. This ongoing commitment to animal welfare and biodiversity aims to provide a healthy environment for both current and future generations of animals at the Bauru Zoo.