How to Take a Lioness to the Vet

Side view of a large white veterinary transport vehicle (a large truck with a leaping kudu printed on the side).

Even lions have to go to the doctor! Luckily for our lioness Shera, that just involves a short ride to our on-site veterinary hospital in a new, state-of-the art veterinary ambulance, courtesy of generous Zoo Members and supporters.

Check out this video to learn more about Shera's exam:

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