Uploaded July 2024 | Updated September 2026, 14 minutes ago
Not long after Claud’s arrival in 2022, his animal care team noticed he had a small limp. They worked with our veterinary team to determine the best course of action to repair abnormalities of his right hip. Dr. Maryanne Tocidlowski led the vet team in a surgery that removes the head of his femur – called femoral head ostectomy or FHO. Claud has since completed rehabilitation and can be seen in his habitat playing in his pool, engaging with enrichment, and foraging for food. Hear more from Carnivore Supervisor Denny.
Not long after Claud’s arrival in 2022, his animal care team noticed he had a small limp. They worked with our veterinary team to determine the best course of action to repair abnormalities of his right hip. Dr. Maryanne Tocidlowski led the vet team in a surgery that removes the head of his femur – called femoral head ostectomy or FHO. Claud has since completed rehabilitation and can be seen in his habitat playing in his pool, engaging with enrichment, and foraging for food. Hear more from Carnivore Supervisor Denny.
