Animal Record Keeping at SF Teaching Zoo

Census

Records births, deaths, egg laying, and hatches

Origin

Information on where the animal came from

Gender

Specifies the sex of the animal

Medical information

Details about the health status and medical history

Medication given

Records the medication administered to the animal

Weights

Tracks the weight of the animal

Behavioral information

Notes on the behavior and habits of the animal

Diet information

Includes what percentage of food was eaten and what remains

Enrichment information

Details about activities or items that enrich the animal's environment

Enclosure maintenance

Records upkeep activities for the animal's living space

Daily Record

Detailed log of daily events and observations for an animal

Data Card

Used to report significant events or issues regarding an animal

Proper Follow Ups

Ensures resolution of any issues reported in data cards

Medication Sheet

Document detailing medications administered to animals

Blue Daily Maintenance Card

Used to record enclosure and animal maintenance in specific areas

Green Feeding Record

Tracks feeding information for individual animals

Diet Change Card

Form for proposing changes to an animal's diet

Rules of Records

Guidelines for accurate and complete record-keeping

Record Keeping Systems

Methods and procedures for maintaining animal records

Communication

Effective transmission of information through records