Zoo Animal Welfare Support Checklist

Ensure top-tier animal care and maintain visitor satisfaction with our Zoo Animal Welfare Support Checklist. From habitat maintenance to staff training and emergency response, this checklist streamlines support processes and keeps your zoo thriving.

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Daily Health & Habitat Observation

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Recordings of animal health, behavior, and habitat conditions.

Observation Start Time

Animal ID/Name

General Health Assessment (Appearance, Activity Level)

Habitat Condition (Cleanliness, Temperature, Humidity)

Temperature (Celsius/Fahrenheit)

Humidity (%)

Feces Consistency

Appetite Level

Photo/Video of Observation (optional)

Enrichment & Stimulation

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Tracking and documenting enrichment activities provided to animals.

Enrichment Activity Date

Enrichment Type

Detailed Description of Enrichment Activity

Duration of Enrichment (minutes)

Animals Participated

Animal Response/Observations

Photo/Video Documentation

Feeding & Nutrition

3 of 10

Verification of food quantity, quality, and administration.

Feeding Start Time

Food Quantity (grams/kg)

Food Type

Food Source/Supplier

Date of Food Delivery

Notes on Feeding (behavior, palatability, adjustments)

Veterinary Care & Treatment

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Tracking of medical interventions, medications, and follow-up procedures.

Date of Treatment

Time of Treatment

Type of Treatment

Detailed Treatment Notes

Dosage (if applicable)

Supporting Documents (e.g., Lab Results)

Veterinarian

Habitat Maintenance & Cleaning

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Documentation of cleaning schedules, repairs, and preventative maintenance of animal enclosures.

Cleaning Schedule Date

Start Cleaning Time

Water Change Volume (Gallons)

Cleaning Time (Minutes)

Cleaning Notes/Observations

Cleaning Type

Pre/Post Cleaning Photos

Staff Training & Competency

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Record of staff training and assessments related to animal welfare.

Training Module Completed (e.g., Animal Handling, First Aid)

Training Completion Date

Score on Practical Assessment (e.g., out of 100)

Trainer's Notes/Feedback

Competency Level (Post-Training)

Next Assessment/Recertification Date

Emergency Response Procedures

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Verification of preparedness for animal welfare emergencies.

Emergency Type

Date of Emergency

Time of Emergency

Location of Emergency

Detailed Description of Incident

Number of Personnel Involved

Actions Taken During Emergency

Photos/Videos of Incident

Record Keeping & Documentation

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Ensuring all relevant information is accurately recorded and readily accessible.

Date of Record

Time of Record

Detailed Observations/Notes

Unique Identifier/Case Number

Record Type (e.g., Routine, Incident, Treatment)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Photos, Lab Results)

Record Keeper Signature

Guest/Visitor Interaction Monitoring

9 of 10

Observing and addressing any visitor behavior that may impact animal welfare.

Number of Visitors Observed Approaching Enclosure

Visitor Behavior Observed (Select all that apply)

Detailed Description of Observed Behavior

Time of Observation

Specific Location of Interaction

Action Taken (if any)

Staff Member Initials

Continuous Improvement & Auditing

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Regular review and updates to welfare protocols based on data and best practices.

Audit Date

Audit Type

Number of Findings (Total)

Number of Corrective Actions Implemented

Summary of Key Findings

Audit Report File

Overall Assessment

Recommendations for Future Audits

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